Test Automation Engineer (UiPath)

Job Overview

We are seeking a proactive and technically skilled Automation Engineer to lead a Proof of Concept (POC) focused on evaluating the effectiveness of test automation using UiPath. In this role, you'll be responsible for rapid prototyping, tool evaluation, and delivering a working demonstration of automated test scenarios for various banking applications within our capital markets technology.

You will collaborate closely with developers and business stakeholders to deliver a high-quality, automated testing solution that enhances the efficiency and reliability of our software products and business processes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with UiPath’s Test Suite and a strong understanding of test automation strategies.

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Accountabilities & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will embed quality throughout all project phases and work as part of the Test, DevOps, and Development teams. Your focus will be on three key areas:

Technical

• Design and implement a POC framework for test automation using UiPath.

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts for financial software applications.

• Execute automated test suites to validate software functionality, performance, reliability, and security.

• Evaluate UiPath’s capabilities in test automation, including its integration with CI/CD tools.

Business Analysis

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements, define test scenarios, and design comprehensive test cases.

• Consult with the Business Analyst (BA) team to review test requirements and identify use-cases for validation.

• Act as a key facilitator, bridging the gap between client stakeholders, BAs, Project Managers (PMs), and the software development team.

Collaboration and Management

• Collaborate with QA, DevOps, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and feedback.

• Present findings and recommendations based on the POC's outcomes.

• Provide technical guidance and support to other team members, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.

• Manage and fulfill expectations of key stakeholders, including the Project Lead, Head of Innovation, and Head of QA Automation.

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Required Knowledge, Skills, & Experience

• Solid experience in the IT industry with hands-on experience delivering automation for IT projects.

• Proven experience in UiPath development, including test automation.

• Strong understanding of RPA concepts, test automation strategies, and QA methodologies.

• Proficiency in Java, VB.NET, or C#, and experience with UiPath Studio, Orchestrator, and Test Suite.

• Familiarity with version control systems(e.g., Git) and CI/CD tools(e.g., Bitbucket, Azure DevOps).

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

• Proven track record of integration and end-to-end testing skills.

• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or relevant working experience.

• UiPath certifications(e.g., UiPath Certified Advanced RPA Developer or Software Testing Engineer Professional).

• Experience of testing integrated financial-based Front office, Middle office, and Back-office applications.

• Experience with capital markets and investment banking.

• Experience with automated testing tools beyond UiPath (e.g., Selenium, Cucumber, Postman).