Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company, as indicated by the mention of JazzHR and the contract nature of the role.
Job overview
The Software Development Engineer In Test / QA Automation Engineer role involves developing and implementing automated test frameworks for a large enterprise web application project for the NYC Department of Education, impacting software quality assurance.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks, write and execute automated test cases using Selenium, Java, and Cucumber, troubleshoot automation scripts, collaborate with teams to prioritize automation, participate in code reviews, and stay updated on testing methodologies.
Experience and skills
The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, at least 2 years of software automation testing experience, proficiency in Java, Selenium, Cucumber, XPath, and strong problem-solving and communication skills; 4 years experience and framework-building skills are preferred.
Work environment and culture
The role supports remote work with preference for occasional onsite presence, indicating a flexible work environment focused on project delivery.
Job location and travel
The job is remote within the U.S.A. with a preference for candidates who can work onsite 2-3 times a week, and no sponsorship or relocation assistance is provided.
Application process
The interview process includes 2-3 rounds starting with an introduction and followed by a detailed technical interview on software automation.
Unique job features
This is a contract role specifically for a large enterprise project for the NYC Department of Education, involving modern automation tools and methodologies.
Company overview
nuArch LLC is a small company operating in the Information Technology and Services industry, based in New York City. Specializing in software development and quality assurance, nuArch focuses on projects that have significant impacts on improving lives. The company employs a small team of 1-5 people and generates annual revenue between $0M-$1M. Key roles within the company include software developers, QA automation engineers, and integration developers, with a notable presence in the New York job market.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your expertise in developing and maintaining automation frameworks, specifically emphasizing your skills with Selenium, Java, and Cucumber as these are central to nuArch's requirements.
Emphasize your experience with data-driven testing, writing complex XPath queries, and your ability to troubleshoot and debug automation scripts, as these are key responsibilities in the role.
Apply through multiple platforms including nuArch's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and chances of landing the contract role.
Connect with current employees in the QA Automation or Software Development divisions at nuArch on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on their recent projects related to automated testing or asking about their experience working on enterprise-level education projects.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating specific keywords from the job description such as 'automation framework,' 'Selenium,' 'Java,' 'Cucumber,' 'XPath,' and 'data-driven testing' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings effectively.
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