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Senior Test Automation Engineer
Bangalore, Karnataka, IndiaAs a Test Automation Engineer Lead within the Digital Factory US Middle Markets team, you will be at the forefront of our move towards fully automated testing and deployments for Guidewire releases and enhancements.DISCOVER your opportunityWhat will your essential responsibilities include?\xc2\xb7 Defining and creating the QA Test Strategy document which includes end-to-end functional testing, regression testing, automated testing, acceptance testing and performance testing plans.\xc2\xb7 Develop the Quality Engineering, roadmap, KPIs, standards, and practices for the platform and agile product teams.\xc2\xb7 Track and manage overall testing progress and communicate QA/Test status.\xc2\xb7 Implementing effective QA/Test processes and managing all deliverables, risks, and issues.\xc2\xb7 Participate in Sprint planning sessions, Review Test Requirements/Test Cases and help resolve the queries raised by the QA team.\xc2\xb7 Participate in defect triage meetings (as required) and report on progress.\xc2\xb7 Develop an integrated end-to-end functional test plan.\xc2\xb7 Develop a release user acceptance test plan.\xc2\xb7 Develop a performance test plan and support the creation of performance test scripts.\xc2\xb7 Assess product team requirements and propose test automation solutions to enhance.\xc2\xb7 Mentor and collaborate with product Scrum teams, providing guidance on test automation best practices.\xc2\xb7 Own and lead the design and implementation of test automation frameworks.\xc2\xb7 Create and conduct test automation training and overview sessions for teams.\xc2\xb7 Provide hands-on assistance with automated deployment strategies.\xc2\xb7 Create and deliver reusable CI/CD test pipeline templates.\xc2\xb7 Utilize test automation tools such as Selenium, Cucumber Framework, JIRA, Rest Assured, JMeter and CheckMarx.\xc2\xb7 Experience with automated testing tools such as Micro Focus UFT, LoadRunnerYou will report to the Release Train Engineer (Delivery Lead).QualificationsSHARE your talentWere looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:Required Skills and Abilities:\xc2\xb7 Solid understanding of test automation frameworks and best practices.\xc2\xb7 Proficient understanding of Scrum Agile methodology and experience working in a Scrum team.\xc2\xb7 Adaptable to new test automation strategies, tools, and technologies; comfortable with change.\xc2\xb7 Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate test automation goals and influence decisions.\xc2\xb7 Proven ability to establish and maintain robust relationships to achieve test automation goals.\xc2\xb7 Ability to effectively integrate disparate test automation processes and technologies.\xc2\xb7 Demonstrated planning and organizational skills, including workload prioritization and realistic timescales.\xc2\xb7 Proficiency in JAVA/.NET/JS for test automation /Test Automation Frameworks.\xc2\xb7 Experience executing testing in Guidewire SaaS environment.\xc2\xb7 Familiarity with Guidewire PolicyCenter and BillingCenter.\xc2\xb7 Familiarity with Guidewire Testing Framework (GTF).\xc2\xb7 Experience with CI/CD tools (AzD, Bamboo, Harness, Jenkins, etc.).\xc2\xb7 Familiarity with Microfocus Testing tools (ALM QC, PC & UFT) & JMETER.\xc2\xb7 Familiarity with JIRA & JIRA X-Ray, Azure, GHE, JFrog/Nexus Artifactory.\xc2\xb7 Eagerness to learn and adapt to new test automation technologies and tools.Desired Skills and Abilities:\xc2\xb7 Experience in Docker, Azure, OpenShift, and Harness/ Azure DevOps/Jenkins is an added advantage.\xc2\xb7 Guidewire Certifications preferred.\xc2\xb7 Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience, with a focus on test automation.FIND your futureAXA XL, the P&C and speciality risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we dont just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business \xe2\x88\x92 property, casualty, professional, financial lines, and speciality.With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.Learn more atInclusion & DiversityAXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. Thats why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. Its about helping one another and our business to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at . AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.SustainabilityAt AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called Roots of resilience, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.Our Pillars:

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. Were committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. Were training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XLs Hearts in Action programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see axaxl.com/sustainability.

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