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Baird · 2 days ago

Quality Assurance Automation Analyst

Milwaukee, WI

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Baird is a diversified financial services firm seeking a Quality Assurance Automation Analyst to join their Business Process team. The role involves reviewing automated changes, collaborating with various stakeholders, and designing automated test scripts to enhance process quality.

Financial Services

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Carrie McGrath

Responsibilities

Independently review and analyze automated changes to the firm’s business processes

Partner with Business Process Analysts, Business Process Engineers and Subject Matter Experts to determine expected results of changes

Document automated test plans and test cases appropriately taking into consideration the scope of change, risk profile and technical complexities

Identify and communicate risks to project delivery; recommend mitigation strategies

Design and develop automated test scripts utilizing an existing automation framework

Identify appropriate technology required for effective and sustainable automated testing

Maintain and update automation scripts for the Appian, LiquidOffice Business Process Management Suite (BPMS) and other vendor platforms as needed

Create and maintain comprehensive test plans based on user story acceptance criteria

Execute automated and manual test cases; identify undesired or unexpected behaviors

Schedule recurring automated tests to monitor the quality of processes and project releases

Analyze the results of test runs and determine the root cause of the deficiencies

Document and communicate results and issues to project teams and key stakeholders

Identify the proper components required to create and maintain testing environments

Support project teams as projects are migrated through development, user acceptance and production environments

Research quality assurance automation standards and best practices

Collaborate with quality assurance associates in Information Technology; be an active member in the QA Community of Practice (QA CoP)

Continuously deliver on quality assurance improvements that positively affect Baird’s business units

Partner with cross-functional project teams; focus on building quality project deliverables

Qualification

JavaPythonSelenium Web DriverSQLCucumberLocust Testing FrameworksAnalytical skillsChange agentMicrosoft OfficeLoad testingAPI testingInterpersonal skillsNegotiation skills

Required

A minimum of three years of relevant experience and a proven track record of delivering substantial business results

Experience should cover areas of quality assurance, process analysis, business analysis, software development, and project management, preferably within a diversified financial services firm

Proficient with Java and Python programming languages

Proficient with Selenium Web Driver automated testing platform

Familiar with Cucumber and Locust Testing Frameworks

Understand database architecture and querying; proficiency with SQL

Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform complex problem solving

Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills leading to trusting relationships with business partners and their leadership team

Ability to explain technical aspects across the organization; communicating appropriately to stakeholders with varying levels of technical knowledge

Demonstrated relationship builder; able to establish both internal and external working relationships in order to identify and implement strategies for business growth

Change agent who is able to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment and with associates at all levels and in all areas of the firm

Advanced computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint and Visio

Preferred

BBA/BS in Management Information Systems, Information Technology Management, Computer Science, Business Administration or Finance is preferred, but equivalent experience is also considered

Experience with load and performance testing is considered a plus

Experience with Application Interface Program (API) testing and/or development is considered a plus

Company

Baird

Glassdoor4.3

Since 1919, Baird has guided families, businesses, communities and institutions toward their financial goals.

Founded in 1919

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.rwbaird.com

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