Senior Test Engineer Automation (.NET, C#) - OP01692

As a Senior Test Engineer Automation at Dev.Pro, you will oversee the QA strategy for a high-speed fintech project. Your responsibilities will include increasing automation test coverage, developing and implementing robust automated testing frameworks, and conducting API, performance, and integration testing. You will also be integrated into Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines, collaborate with teammates on testing priorities, analyze test results, and mentor junior QA engineers.

To qualify for the Senior Test Engineer Automation position at Dev.Pro, you should have a minimum of 8 years in QA, with at least 5 years focused on test automation. Proficiency in .NET and C#, along with experience in Selenium or Playwright for automated test frameworks, is essential. Strong knowledge of Scrum/SAFe, excellent communication skills, and an upper-intermediate level of English are also required to succeed in this role.

At Dev.Pro, the professional growth of our Senior Test Engineers is a priority. We offer various educational initiatives, such as DP University flows and English lessons, alongside opportunities to shift your career path if desired. You'll be encouraged to participate in continuous learning and have access to mentorship, ensuring you're always growing in your career.

In the Senior Test Engineer Automation position at Dev.Pro, you will work with a range of tools including Selenium, Playwright, Azure DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines. Having familiarity with cloud platforms such as GCP, Docker, and Kubernetes will be beneficial as you develop and streamline our automated testing processes.

Dev.Pro fosters a friendly and inclusive company culture that values diversity and promotes a healthy work-life balance. As a Senior Test Engineer, you'll be part of a supportive environment where you can collaborate and innovate alongside talented professionals, participate in engaging team-building events, and enjoy 30 paid rest days per year.

When answering this question, discuss your specific projects where you've utilized .NET and C# for automation testing. Highlight the frameworks you've built or worked with, such as Selenium or Playwright, emphasizing your role in increasing test coverage and improving quality.

To effectively answer this question, describe a methodical approach for prioritizing testing tasks based on urgency, impact, and project requirements. Showcase specific instances from your experience where your prioritization made a difference in the project's quality or timelines.

When preparing your answer, highlight your mentoring philosophy and specific methods you've employed to support junior testers. Provide examples where you've shared best practices, conducted training sessions, or facilitated knowledge sharing to enhance the team's skills.

Discuss your systematic approach to diagnosing and documenting test failures. Explain the importance of collaboration with development teams to address defects, and share an example where you effectively resolved a significant issue during a project.

In your response, clarify what Agile methodologies mean to you, citing specific Agile practices you've applied in your testing processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives. Discuss how Agile promotes flexibility and rapid feedback in QA.

Prepare to describe your methods for API testing, the tools you use, and how you ensure comprehensive test coverage. Give examples of the scenarios you’ve tested, and explain how you validate the accuracy and performance of APIs in your projects.

Provide insights into your scripting methodology, focusing on code readability, modularity, and reusability in automated test scripts. Mention how you integrate these scripts into CI/CD pipelines for seamless testing.

Discuss the metrics you use to assess the effectiveness of your testing efforts, such as defect rates, test coverage, and the speed of release cycles. Include anecdotes about how monitoring these metrics led to improvements in project outcomes.

Identify specific challenges, such as dealing with flaky tests or integration issues, and explain the solutions you implemented to overcome them. Show your problem-solving skills and adaptability in different situations.

Articulate your interest in the position by connecting your career goals with the company's mission, culture, and projects. Highlight how the role aligns with your professional aspirations and your eagerness to contribute to the team's success.