Principal Test Automation Engineer in Scottsdale, AZ at Discount Tire Corporate Careers

Date Posted: 1/15/2021

Job Snapshot

Employee Type:

Full-Time
Location:

Scottsdale, AZ
Region:

CORP
Experience:

Not Specified
Date Posted:

1/15/2021

About Us

Discount Tire Company has a vision that not only lives, but thrives, in the hearts of its employees, each and every day. From part-time to full-time employees at the store, regional or corporate level, our employees work to be the best in the business. One common thread running through the hearts of everyone within the organization remains the same - treat customers, and one another, with respect and fairness, help those in need, always do what is right, work hard, be responsible, and have fun. The employees of Discount Tire represent its philosophy and its brand by remaining knowledgeable, friendly and honest. By offering the highest level of customer service, more product choices and the lowest prices, they have earned the right to be considered trusted experts. Building customer relationships has allowed Discount Tire to become a leader in the industry. Its continual growth not only provides greater opportunities for employee advancement, but allows even more customers to remain confident when choosing Discount Tire for all of their tire and wheel needs.

Job Description

Here at Discount Tire, we celebrate the spirit of our people with extraordinary pride and enthusiasm. Our business has been growing for more than 60 years and now is the best time in our history to join us. We are opening more locations every year and we are always looking for qualified individuals to join us in our growth. We are a company that promotes from within, both in our retail and corporate operations.

The Principal Test Automation Engineer ensures automated test cases are established and processes maintained; mentors the Quality Assurance (QA) department related to complex automation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensures complex automated scripts are created, modified and maintained
Ensures criteria is gathered correctly, timely and meets established standards
Ensures frameworks are testing end-to-end and integrated; matures automated test framework to achieve higher test throughput, increased accessibility and test execution flexibility
Applies and develops automated test frameworks and tools to meet business needs; ensures functionality, performance, scalability and other quality goals are met.
Ensures automated test suites are built per established standards
Determines testing standards
Investigates, recommends and develops new tools to support the future development and direction for test automation
Designs, maintains and approves complex QA environments
Manages the product delivery schedules through development and execution of automated test suites on multiple platforms and releases
Approves automated test environments for user interface (UI) and non-UI testing
Ensures inconsistencies in software program functions, outputs, online screens, content and security are identified, analyzed and documented.
Ensures programming inconsistencies are identified and resolved
Analyzes and decomposes a complicated software system and designs a strategy to test this system
Mentors, coaches and trains Test Automation Engineers; trains QA analysts regarding the execution of automated scripts and error research
Identifies and measures improvements in testing efficiency and effectiveness
Conducts research on emerging technologies; performs proofs of concepts; implements new technologies
Analyze and decompose a complicated software system and design a strategy to test this system
Determines internal stakeholders’ technical needs; gathers requirements and makes recommendations
Engineers complex solutions that collect and report test results through various metrics’ reporting tools
Stays current on the latest industry technologies, trends and strategies
Assists employees, vendors or other customers by answering questions related to testing and automation processes, procedures and services
Completes work in a timely and accurate manner while providing exceptional customer service
Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

This position requires a minimum of eight years progressive quality assurance testing experience, with at least seven years automated testing experience.
Proven expertise with automated testing tools and scripting skills is necessary.
Proven expertise with software development life cycle (SDLC) and participation in QA reviews, validation of requirements and specification documents is needed.
Proven experience with automated testing tools and technologies, including, but not limited to, HP, Selenium, SoapUI, DVO or similar tools is needed.
Proven expertise of SQL and databases for test set up and troubleshooting purposes is needed.
Proven expertise with client-side technologies, including, but not limited to HTTP, HTML, Java, Javascript, or similar is needed.
Proficient with developer tools, including, but not limited to, Eclipse, git, Jenkins, Subversion or similar is preferred.
Proven expertise with HP ALM, HP UFT or similar is needed.
Proven skills in diagnosing and solving complex problems and providing detailed technical analysis are needed.
Experience with cloud-based applications is needed.
Proven expertise with risk-based testing procedures is preferred.
Proven project management skills are required.
Working knowledge of QA methodology, testing techniques and approaches is required.
Proven experience testing complex multi-tiered web-based systems and complex data-driven applications is required.
Prior work experience with agile is preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including skills with Word, Excel and PowerPoint is necessary.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization, present complex ideas concisely, and clearly articulate ideas verbally and in writing is required.
The ability to work efficiently under pressure, accurately meet deadlines, present a professional demeanor, and work well independently is essential.
Customer service skills, including the ability to manage and respond to different customer situations while maintaining a positive and friendly attitude are essential.
In addition, troubleshooting, organizational and problem-solving skills with a can-do attitude and the ability to adjust to changing requirements are essential.
Maintaining confidentiality, treating others with respect and upholding Company values are key attributes.

Educational Requirements:

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems or related field or equivalent experience.
ISTQB or CSTE Foundation Certification required. ISTQB or CSTE Advanced Certification preferred.

Work Days:

Normal work days are Monday through Friday. Occasional Saturdays and Sundays may be necessary.

Work Hours:

Normal work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be necessary.

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