Senior QA Automation Engineer (Java)

As a Senior QA Automation Engineer at GR8 Tech, your key responsibilities include analyzing product features and business requirements, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure software quality, developing and executing automation tests at various levels, and maintaining automation frameworks. You'll also be involved in release preparations, conducting regression tests, and performing root cause analysis for failed tests.

To qualify as a Senior QA Automation Engineer at GR8 Tech, you should have a minimum of 4 years of experience in test automation, specifically using Java. Familiarity with tools such as RestAssured, TestNG, and concepts like HTTP, REST, SOAP, JSON, and XML is essential. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment are also important.

Ideal candidates for the Senior QA Automation Engineer position at GR8 Tech should have hands-on experience with Java 11+, RestAssured, TestNG, and various testing methodologies including integration and performance testing. Familiarity with tools like Kibana, Rancher, GitLab CI/CD, and ElasticSearch is also desirable.

At GR8 Tech, we foster an environment of growth and development. As a Senior QA Automation Engineer, you will benefit from open feedback, opportunities for experimentation, and a culture that encourages continuous improvement. Additional professional development resources may include training and workshops tailored to your goals.

At GR8 Tech, we prioritize work-life balance by offering remote work opportunities, coworking compensation, and generous family-related leave policies. With a supportive team culture and benefits like childcare budgets and additional personal days, we aim to create a fulfilling work environment for our Senior QA Automation Engineers.

To answer this question effectively, highlight your specific experience with Java, particularly any projects where you used it for test automation. Discuss the frameworks you've worked with, such as TestNG or others, and provide examples of how these tools helped improve software quality.

When asked about microservices, share your understanding of how testing can be applied in a decentralized environment. Discuss strategies for integration testing and how you ensure quality across different services, emphasizing any tools or methodologies you've employed in previous roles.

Explain your process for analyzing failed test cases, focusing on root cause analysis. Provide examples of situations where you identified bugs and the steps you took to resolve them, emphasizing your problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

For this question, discuss your experience with CI/CD tools, such as GitLab CI/CD, and how you integrated them into your QA processes. Emphasize the benefits of continuous integration and deployment on team workflows and software quality.

To answer this question, share your strategies for effective communication with non-technical team members. Discuss how you tailor your communication style to ensure everyone understands the QA processes and status updates, promoting collaboration across functions.

Provide a specific example where you identified a gap or inefficiency in a QA process. Discuss the improvements you implemented, the challenges you faced, and the measurable impact these changes had on quality or speed.

Describe your approach to test documentation, highlighting the types of documents you create, such as test plans, test cases, and checklists. Explain how this documentation helps facilitate communication within the team and is useful for future testing cycles.

Discuss your experience with performance testing tools and your understanding of key metrics. Share examples of performance testing scenarios you’ve handled and the outcomes, emphasizing your analytical skills in interpreting the data.

Reflect on what drives your passion for Quality Assurance and automation. Discuss your enjoyment of solving complex problems, your commitment to delivering high-quality software, and how you stay updated with industry trends to keep your skills sharp.

Express your enthusiasm for the iGaming industry and GR8 Tech's innovative approach. Discuss your alignment with the company's values, your eagerness to contribute to their mission, and how you see yourself growing within their supportive environment.