Senior Quality Engineer - Automation

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Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the office three times per week or other frequency dictated by the business.
The Role
As a Senior Quality Engineer - Automation, you will design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts to validate the functionality and performance of our software applications. You will work closely with development teams to integrate testing into the software development lifecycle and improve test coverage across the system.
What Youll Do

• Design and develop automated test scripts using Robot Framework (Autobot), Python, and Bash to validate software functionality.
• Implement and maintain test automation frameworks for UI, API, and system testing.
• Integrate automated tests into Jenkins CI/CD pipelines for continuous validation.
• Review requirement documents and translate them into automated test scenarios.
• Write and execute SQL queries to verify data integrity in test scenarios.
• Use Jira X-Ray and Confluence for test case management, defect tracking, and documentation.
• Work closely with development, DevOps, and QA teams to identify testing opportunities and improve test efficiency.
• Contribute to test strategy discussions and perform code reviews to ensure automation quality.

Additional
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelors degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in software quality assurance and test automation.
• Proven track record in designing, implementing, and maintaining automated test frameworks for complex systems.
• Strong expertise in Robot Framework, Python, and Bash scripting for automation development.
• Proficiency in writing and executing SQL queries for data integrity validation.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub, and Artifactory.
• Knowledge of test automation frameworks, including Selenium, Appium, and PyTest.
• Familiarity with UI, API, and system testing frameworks and methodologies.
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum development processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with development, QA, and DevOps teams to enhance test coverage and efficiency using tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to articulate technical concepts and test strategies effectively.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Capability to work both independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience mentoring junior engineers or leading small teams of automation engineers.
• Participation in test strategy discussions and contribution to automation quality through code reviews.
• Familiarity with automotive software testing and validation, including Android apps, QNX, and/or Linux services.
• Knowledge of hardware integration and system testing, including tools such as Vehicle Spy and protocols like CAN, LIN, or Ethernet.

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Get Hired
• Proficiency in containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud-based solutions.
• Understanding of microservices architecture and event-based systems.
• Experience with AI/ML applications in software testing and validation.
• Exposure to data analytics tools and frameworks for testing insights.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
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