Sr. Lead QA Test Automation Engineer - American Technology Consulting

You will work with the QA staff to coordinate, perform Quality Assurance andAutomation planning, application testing and developing scripts usingestablished automated testing tools prior and after production implementation.Hybrid role, candidateMUSTbe local to Metro AtlantaAs aSr. LeadQA Test Automation Engineer, You will also execute manual andautomated tests to ensure software quality and functionality for our GeorgiaChild Welfare – Office of Information Technology team.You will focus on creating test scripts along with managing a team, frameworkand executing functional, regression and end-to-end automated scripts forproducts front-end and back-end applications. Responsible for executing theautomated regression tests prior to release and on demand. You should be willingto step into Manual QA role and perform Manual Testing on need basis.Key Responsibilities: * Leadership and Team Management:Lead, mentor, and manage a team of QA testers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment. * Automated Testing with Leapwork:Design, implement, and execute automated test cases using Leapwork, ensuring effective coverage of modular and microservices systems. * CI/CD Integration:Develop and write test cases for seamless integration into CI/CD pipelines, facilitating continuous testing and deployment processes. * Vendor Coordination:Coordinate with multiple vendor teams to align testing strategies, manage deliverables, and resolve any issues that arise. * Comprehensive Testing:Conduct testing across various layers, including UI, API, and database, ensuring thorough validation of functionalities and data integrity. * Root Cause Analysis:Proactively identify, troubleshoot, and perform root cause analysis of issues, working with development teams to resolve defects and improve system quality. * Test Case Development:Create detailed and effective test cases and scripts for functional, integration, and performance testing, ensuring all aspects of the system are thoroughly tested. * Documentation and Reporting:Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of test cases, results, defect tracking, and testing processes. Provide regular status reports and updates to stakeholders. * Continuous Improvement:Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the QA process. * Ticketing system:Experience in ServiceNOW tool, integration with Leapwork tool is a plus.Qualifications: * Experience:Overall 10+ years’ experience in Quality Assurance with a strong background in automated testing and minimum 5 years in using Leapwork. Experience in working with modular and microservices systems is required. * Technical Expertise:Proficiency in automated testing tools, including Leapwork. Experience with UI testing, API testing, and SQL for data validation. * CI/CD Skills:Experience writing and integrating test cases into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps. * Leadership:Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a QA team, with strong interpersonal and communication skills. * Problem-Solving:Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to conduct thorough root cause analysis. * Proactive Approach:Ability to be proactive, take initiative, and drive quality improvements effectively. * Education:Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications are a plus.