Lead Automation Test Engineer III

Overview

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies-an A+ (Superior) rated, nationwide Property & Casualty insurer backed by Berkshire Hathaway. With supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and opportunities to grow, GUARD is a place where people build meaningful, long-term careers.

Good Things You Can Count On.
Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in-office
Predictable hours (no nights, weekends, or holidays)
Competitive pay + generous PTO
Medical, dental & vision starting day one
401(k), tuition reimbursement & longevity bonuses

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Automation Test Engineer III to lead the design, development, and optimization of our automated testing infrastructure. This role is ideal for a senior-level engineer who can drive quality initiatives, mentor team members, and collaborate across departments to ensure scalable and reliable test automation practices.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture and implementation of enterprise-level automated testing frameworks using Tricentis Tosca and other tools.
• Define and enforce best practices for test automation, code quality, and test data management.
• Collaborate with DevOps to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and cloud environments.
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior and mid-level QA engineers, and provide technical leadership.
• Analyze test coverage, identify gaps, and implement strategies to improve test effectiveness and efficiency.
• Partner with product and development teams to define test strategies for complex features and systems.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in software quality assurance and test automation.
• Expert-level proficiency in Tricentis Tosca, including test case design, test data management, and API testing.
• Strong experience with additional tools such as Selenium, Playwright, or Cypress.
• Deep understanding of CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Proven experience leading QA initiatives and mentoring teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Optional Certifications (Preferred but not required):

• Tricentis Tosca Automation Specialist Level 1, 2, and Test Design Specialist
• ISTQB Certified Tester - Advanced Level Test Automation Engineer
• Certified Agile Test Leader (CATL)
• Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional
• Certified Jenkins Engineer (CJE)