Senior Manager Automation & Non-functional Testing at Equity Bank Kenya

The Test Automation Lead will be responsible for test automation strategy at Equity Group. He/ She will develop and execute automated test suites for the group systems; Integrate test suites into the test management system including custom test harnesses; and perform other testing-related duties as required. The automation Lead will also be tasked with managing all the organizations' test environments. This is to ensure timely delivery of projects as the test environments will be within the control of the test automation Lead.

Job Responsibilities/ Accountabilities:

• Lead development of test automation strategy at Equity Group with the focus on continuous process improvement which includes identifying weaknesses and strengthening the process proactively
• Lead in the selection and development of appropriate test automation tools, applying the latest techniques in test automation, e.g., data-driven testing.
• Design, development and execute automated test harnesses for iOS, Android applications, Backend APIs, Web, and Desktop applications.
• Liaise with the Test Environment Specialist to ensure key infrastructure (environments, interfaces & access) is set up to enable all required testing activities
• Build test scripts from various sources including functional specifications, technical specifications and sessions with developers and designers
• Create, maintain, and manage test related documentation, templates, and test suites.
• Monitor defects raised by the team and challenge their prioritization supporting to resolution
• Work with the Release Engineering team to create and maintain an automated build verification (“smoke”) test.
• Ensure proper version control and configuration management of all test objects developed and test environments used.
• To facilitate in-house performance testing ensuring that all key infrastructure and data requirements are met as well as establishing the best tools for the job
• Identify key components of the system that are suitable for automation and implement approach to deliver benefits through automation
• Manage processes and procedures locally within the test team and with external teams across the SDLC to drive and implement improvements to optimize efficiency and first-time pass rate.
• Manage all issues that impact on the team’s ability to complete testing activities on schedule.
• Provide technical guidance to junior-level test engineers and/or test technicians assigned to assist the Test Automation Lead.
• Attend relevant training on emerging trends and practices within the Software Testing and QA fields
• Update existing tests in the automation test suite (using Available Test Automation Tools).

Qualifications

Key Critical Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of demonstrated experience as an Automation Engineer with a focus on mobile and Web applications.
• Expertise in Robot Framework, Appium and Python for test automation development.
• Deep understanding of API testing principles and tools.
• Proficient in CI/CD concepts and implementation.
• Hands-on experience with Jira and Azure DevOps.