Eggplant Test Automation Consultant London

Expleo Group ,
London, Greater London

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Overview This role will require the Eggplant Test Automation Consultant to work independently taking full responsibility for a certain area. The individual will work on Quality Engineering projects using available frameworks and tools and establishing plans for projects with on-time and on-budget project goals. This is a primary role in Quality Engineering in the areas of analysis and design, implementation and system integration, and execution, in line with agreed plans and strategies with our clients. Responsibilities * Works on multiple phases of a project and/or multiple small projects of moderate scope and sometimes complex assignments. * Takes responsibility for a certain area and conditions as well as results evaluation, problem resolution and planning. * Selects appropriate standards, methods, tools and applications for project use. * Applies data analysis and data modelling techniques to modify or maintain a data structure and its associated components (entity descriptions, relationship descriptions, attribute definitions). * Creates and executes basic non-functional test scripts following a given set of guidelines and sets up test environments, data and monitors. * Designs, codes, tests and documents simple programs or scripts and assists in the implementation of software which forms part of a properly engineered system. * Co-ordinates the information gathering and reporting process, conducting research to define problems and preparing responses to anticipated questions. * Accurately identifies project risks and reports effectively to relevant stakeholders. Manages issues, risks, actions, dependencies, and defects to the success of the project. * Creates traceability records, from test cases back to requirements. Can report on system quality and collects metrics on test cases. * Produces test scripts, materials and regression test packs to test new and amended software or services. * Maintains the status of project and provides guidance to the work of junior team members, works across teams to achieve group goals. Qualifications Essential: * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field, or equivalent work experience * ISTQB Foundation * Eggplant automation experience essential Desirable: * Additional course or certification in Quality Engineering Skills * Intermediate theoretical knowledge in quality engineering methodologies and has awareness of opportunities provided by new and emerging technologies and products. * Has good applications/technology knowledge, building on specialist domain knowledge and has practical experience of engineering tools and platforms required to deliver. * Experience and knowledge in any of the performance testing, data and test automation tools such as HP Performance Centre/ LoadRunner, HP UFT /QTP, HP Service Test, Service Vitalize, SoapUI, CA LISA, CA GridTools Data Maker/ DataManager, JMeter, Neoload, Selenium, IBM Rational Integration Tester, Rational Robot, Borland SilkTest, TOSCA, Atlassian Jira, Jenkins, Selenium, Cucumber, Gherkin etc. * Programming knowledge Experience * Professional attitude, has developed a reputation as a trusted advisor. * Good client-facing skills, experience in developing partnerships with the team and client and collaborating with others to exceed client expectations. * Good problem solving skills, has experience in proposing different options and solutions for approaching and resolving issues. * Adaptable and responds positively to changing business issues, sees change as an opportunity to improve performance. * Excellent communication skills, adapts style accordingly and demonstrates an understanding of the audience's perspective. Uses discretion when dealing with sensitive information. * Good people skills, with experience in supporting others in raising their performance and working out their development goals. * Experience in supporting team success and motivating others to keep morale and performance high. * Good self-management. * Can set and work to quantified goals and standards. Delivers by being aware of and considering the commercial impacts. * Must be flexible, independent and self-motivated. What do I need before I apply * All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship (unless stated otherwise in the job description). * All Applicants must be flexible to travel in and around the UK Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package which include: * Pension scheme. * Life assurance. * Critical illness cover. * Medical Insurance. * Dental Cover. * Maternity and paternity scheme. * Life enrichment programme. * Service awards for years of service. * Birthday hampers. * Continuous social events (including family events) which run throughout the year. * Microsoft discounts. * Professional membership fees. * Bike 2 Work scheme. * Lap top and mobile phone Unable to find what you are looking for in our open roles? Please feel free to click here to Connect with us for gen