Automation Testing Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Automation Testing Engineer to join our dynamic team at Rackspace. This role is critical as we prepare for eight upcoming software releases, necessitating a shift from manual to automated testing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation testing and will be instrumental in enhancing our testing processes to improve software quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts for functional, regression, and performance testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and create effective test strategies.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and work closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain and enhance existing automated test frameworks and tools.
• Develop and implement best practices for automation testing to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Monitor and report on test progress, providing insights into testing metrics and quality assurance.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software testing, with a focus on automation.
• Expertise in Selenium WebDriver for web application automation.
• Knowledge of testing REST APIs, including understanding of HTTP methods, status codes, and RESTful service principles.
• Proficient in Python programming with the ability to write, debug, and maintain test scripts.
• Experience with one of OpenStack or VMware platform.
• Understanding of virtualization concepts and ability to simulate test scenarios in a virtualized setting.
• Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices.
• Strong foundation in networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, and routing.
• Familiarity with tools for test management, defect tracking, and CI/CD integration (GitLab CI).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Join Rackspace and be part of a team that's driving innovation in cloud computing and managed hosting services. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the success of a leading company in the industry.