QA Automation Engineer (Java)

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Black Knight is the premier provider of integrated technology, services, data and analytics that lenders and servicers look to first to help successfully manage the entire loan life cycle. Our deep understanding of regulatory and compliance issues complements the knowledge, technology and solutions we offer to help our clients achieve their business goals. Black Knight offers leading software systems; data and analytics offerings; and information solutions that facilitate and automate many of the business processes across the mortgage life cycle.

JOB FAMILY DESCRIPTION

Works closely with business analysts, product managers, users, and team members to understand business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical Java automation solutions. These solutions must be aligned with business and IT strategies and comply with the organization's architectural standards. Involved in the full systems life cycle (SDLC), design, coding, testing, implementation, maintenance and support of applications software that is delivered on time and within budget.

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write, maintain and enhance Test automation scripts and framework including its infrastructure, data and execution practice


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the testing discipline and 'add value' initiatives


• Analyzes, designs, programs, debugs, and modifies Java software enhancements and/or new development.


• Interacts with product managers to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications to automate test cases.


• Participates in software design and testing meetings and analyzes user needs to determine technical and testing requirements.


• Provides unit testing and functional automation development of projects involving Java application development, migrations, and additions to existing applications.


• Participates in project meetings with other technical staff, business owners and subject matter experts.


• Assesses and develops design requirements for project and communicates in writing or in meetings with development team while assessing detailed specifications against design requirements.


• Reviews application in progress of development to ensure compliance with overall design parameters and corporate development standards.


• Develops and/or reviews development of test protocols for testing application before user acceptance.


• Reviews test results and directs further development.


• May provide, or guide provision of technical support to applications currently in production.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL GUIDELINES

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience.

SAFe Agilist or other Agile certifications a plus

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Experience with Java development required


• Experience with API testing and automation preferred


• Experience in Selenium based Maven and TestNG frameworks, test automation and execution on web/mobile native apps preferred


• Experience with RTC and TFS preferred


• Familiarity with Test Driven Development (TDD) and Behavioral Driven Development (BDD) a plus


• Experience with Unit Testing a plus


• Experience working within an Agile SDLC a plus


• Experience with automation testing of web applications highly preferred


• Excellent analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills


• Ability to develop partnership-oriented relationships with business executives and functional leaders, especially as it relates to operations and technology


• Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment with focus on timeliness, documentation, and communications with peers and business users alike


• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical audiences of various levels within Black Knight or outside the organization (executives, regulators, clients, etc.)


• Results oriented, business focused, and successful at interfacing across multiple organizational units

JOB FAMILY LEVEL
Intermediate professional level role. Works independently on small to medium development projects as a project team leader that require increased skill in multiple technical environments and knowledge in a specific business area. Develops solutions requiring analysis and research under the general direction of more senior application development analysts, supervisors or managers. Generally works on more than one project at a time as a project team member. Typically requires four (4) or more years of programming/systems analysis experience.

Black Knight is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, and protected veteran or military family status. Our employees' diversity is our strength, and when we embrace our differences, it makes us better and brighter. Black Knight's commitment to inclusion is at the core of who we are, and motivates us in how we do business each and every day.