QA Automation Engineer- Automation + Mobile (Appium) + Java - C2H

Role : QA Automation Engineer
Location : Alpharetta , GA (Hybrid 3 Days a Week)
Hiring Type:  C2H
Rate: $50 (While the budget remains flexible for the right candidate, please feel free to submit qualified candidates at a rate a few dollars higher max $56 than the specified rate if they have a strong matching skill set.) 
Candidate must be available and willing to attend Face-to-Face (F2F) interviews once 1 st Virtual round is completed.

Skills - Automation + Mobile (Appium) + Java  

Responsibilities      

• Lead and manage teams of developers, QA engineers, and testers to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Develop and implement Java-based applications to meet client requirements and business goals.
• Create and maintain Selenium-based test scripts for automated functional and regression testing.
• Ensure the quality of mobile applications by designing, implementing, and executing comprehensive testing strategies using mobile testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Appium).
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the team, ensuring the best practices in coding, testing, and software development methodologies are followed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, and clients, to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure high code quality and maintainability.
• Monitor project progress and manage client expectations to ensure timely delivery of software solutions.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in Java, Selenium, and mobile testing, and incorporate best practices into the team’s workflows.
• Assist with client communication, providing technical expertise and support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues, providing innovative solutions when required.

Qualifications we seek in you!   

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in Java development and testing.
• Strong expertise in Selenium for test automation.
• Solid experience with mobile testing frameworks like Appium, Espresso, or XCUITest.
• Hands-on experience in both manual and automated testing for web and mobile applications.
• Expertise in continuous integration (CI) and continuous deployment (CD) pipelines.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycles and methodologies, including Agile and DevOps.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence). 

Preferred qualifications     

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and drive resolution in a collaborative team environment.   
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.   
• Leadership experience, including leading teams, managing projects, and driving technical initiatives to successful completion.   
• Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., ISTQB, certifications) are a plus.