Lead implementation and management of automated testing processes for application, performance, load, user-interface, object, regression and data quality.
Work with various teams to create, enhance and maintain the Automation Frameworks across the products.
Build and maintain the strategic Automation Roadmap for the Product Portfolio.
Ensure that automation tool development demonstrates efficiency, maintainability, and reusability.
Mentor junior or less experienced members of the project team, enhancing their ability to contribute to project and departmental objectives.
Act as the expert on all automation efforts and ensure that the defined work remains within the constraints of time, budget, scope and quality. Document and be capable of presenting to various audiences the purpose and efficiency gains of the automation frameworks and efforts. Ensure on-going communication and positive working relationship with teams and leadership throughout the project life cycle.
Lead the training as required for the development and implementation of automation efforts. Facilitate communication between members of the project team, both technical and nontechnical, on issues and expectations.
Support Build and Deployment automation with the Development and Cloud Operations teams.
Develop and complete special projects as assigned.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related degree, or equivalent experience
8+ years of Quality Assurance and testing of IT web-based software projects
5-10 years of Automation Test Tools and Framework experience
2+ Years of leading and managing teams
10+ years IT-related experience, such as Quality Assurance, DevOps, Development
Rules Engine experience
Insurance/Reinsurance industry experience
Ability to quickly translate project needs and problems into efficient automation solutions.
Advanced automation programming knowledge and experience
Strong background with the Agile Methodology
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to effectively work with subject matter experts as well as technical Information Technology professionals.
Ability to work both as a team member, leader and independently.
Advanced oral and written communication and presentation skills
Ability to multi-task.
Ability to work with limited supervision.
Aptitude for learning new technologies
Advanced negotiation skills with ability to obtain most favorable and cost effective solutions.
Advanced ability to set goals and handle multiple tasks, clients, and projects simultaneously; Ability to appropriately balance priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
Ability to work well within a team environment and lead department/team projects
Ability to balance detail with departmental goals/objectives
Ability to manage multiple projects or teams and set applicable goals
Advanced negotiating and persuasion skills
Ability to liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional, and technical disciplines