This position is responsible for using acquired knowledge of programming and computer fundamentals/techniques to accomplish successful programming and installation of new automated test systems as well as major/minor improvements to existing programs.
This position will write, test, document, debug, implement, and maintain automated test suites that support the verification of our insurance applications, processes and workflows.
Additional duties include developing and producing statistical and other reports as well as serving as the Project Management Office’s (PMO) technical liaison for other departments and vendors.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY
Position Responsibilities:
Write, test, document, debug, implement and maintain test automation software.
Interpret detailed system/program specifications in terms of computer programming requirements for applications.
Provide technical support for use of automated testing tools.
Develop, test, implement and maintain automated test framework and architectures.
Develop, test, implement, and maintain major enhancements to the automated testing tools.
Provide estimates for automated test tasks.
Ability to plan, organize, and complete detailed work independently or within a team.
Provide technical support for use of vendor automated testing tools.
Develop and produce statistical and other reports as needed.
Represents the company and department in a positive light.
Serve as a technical liaison for the department with other departments and vendors as assigned.
Works with the Automated Test Specialists and Automated Test Architects to design, plan and implement overall automated testing architecture.
Maintain competent knowledge of systems, procedures, and relationships within the organization and maintain technical knowledge through continuing education and training efforts.
Other duties as assigned.
At least one of the following:
Bachelor’s degree in a computer or technical related field from an accredited school with substantial experience in an IT-related position.
Associate degree in a computer or technical related field from an accredited school with extensive experience in an IT-related position.
Understanding of development methodology.
Use of automated testing tools.
Use of automated research tools.
Guidewire test automation experience preferred.
Technical Skills
Established proficiency in:
SharePoint TSO/ISPF/PDF Understanding of development methodology Use of automated testing tools Use of automated research tools Microsoft Visual Studio Microsoft Interop Drivers Eclipse, IntelliJ, or VSCode Development Platform SVN Management or GIT .NET (VBA, C#, VB) Java JavaScript XML Selenium SQL Web Service Integration Postman or Karate
Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office software required for this job.
Good organizational skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent analytical skills, and close attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to provide support to multiple projects while effectively working his/her primary project.
Adapts to change; understands change is a constant and necessary path for improvement and growth.
Ability to plan, organize, and complete detailed work independently or in a team environment.
Repeated use of PC, telephone, and office machines.
Extended periods of sitting and concentration.
Occasional bending, twisting, crouching, pulling, pushing, and reaching in an office environment.
Occasional lifting and moving items weighing up to 30 lbs.
Travel as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Occasional long, irregular hours.
Occasional travel by auto or other public transportation.
Work to be conducted in office environment owned or leased by company.
REVISED September 2023
