QA Automation Engineer I

Company Description

We help the world see new possibilities and inspire change for better tomorrows. Our analytic solutions bridge content, data, and analytics to help business, people, and society become stronger, more resilient, and sustainable.

Job Description

Verisk is looking for a QA Automation Engineer to perform functional and UAT testing to ensure we deliver Quality Products. We are looking for a QA Automation Engineer with basic programming skills or a recent graduate of computer science (junior programmer) to create automated scripts. Our team works and interacts very closely with the Product Owners and other stakeholders – internal and external so we are seeking a candidate with clear communication skills, constructive and professional interaction. In this role the candidate will be required to build / maintain test cases, create automated scripts, detail oriented and have an innovative mind set. The candidate will be participating and supporting the new product launches, project / customer implementations, system enhancements and process improvements in a fast-paced Agile environment. 

About the Day to Day Responsibilities of the Role

• Design, create and enhance test cases for functional and regression testing  
• A good understanding on data driven testing and relational / non-relational databases 
• Identify scenarios and test data for requirements and actively work with development and Product teams 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Comfortable managing multiple project releases and deployment testing  
• Ability to learn and adapt to continuous changing requirements and timelines 
• Establish good working relations and confidence within the team and across development, business, and Product teams 
• Decision making skills on critical issues 
• Manage competing priorities for aggressive timelines independently 
• Managing end-to-end testing of the application in automated fashion 
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal 

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Qualifications

About You and How You Can Excel in this Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with 3 years’ experience 
• Experience in creating robust regression suite  
• Design, create and execute automated scripts 
• Experience with AWS and basic cloud architecture is highly desirable 
• Knowledgeable with automation using JMeter and Selenium 
• Hands-on experience with UI front ended testing 
• Knowledge using Microsoft Office suite of products – word and excel is required 
• Experience with CI/CD tools like Bamboo, Jenkins is desirable  
• Cucumber and Atlassian Bamboo experience desirable 
• Experience with XML, Json, Web concepts such as REST APIs, HTTP Get and Post 

Additional Information

At the heart of what we do is help clients manage risk. Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) provides data and insights to our customers in insurance, energy and the financial services markets so they can make faster and more informed decisions.   

Our global team uses AI, machine learning, automation, and other emerging technologies to collect and analyze billions of records. We provide advanced decision-support to prevent credit, lending, and cyber risks. In addition, we monitor and advise companies on complex global matters such as climate change, catastrophes, and geopolitical issues.  

But why we do our work is what sets us apart. It stems from a commitment to making the world better, safer and stronger.  

It’s the reason Verisk is part of the UN Global Compact sustainability initiative. It’s why we made a commitment to balancing 100 percent of our carbon emissions. It’s the aim of our “returnship” program for experienced professionals rejoining the workforce after time away. And, it’s what drives our annual Innovation Day, where we identify our next first-to-market innovations to solve our customers’ problems.   

At its core, Verisk uses data to minimize risk and maximize value. But far bigger, is why we do what we do. 

At Verisk you can build an exciting career with meaningful work; create positive and lasting impact on business; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career. We have received the Great Place to Work® Certification for the 7th consecutive year. We’ve been recognized by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and a Best Employer for Women, testaments to our culture of engagement and the value we place on an inclusive and diverse workforce.  Verisk’s Statement on Racial Equity and Diversity supports our commitment to these values and affecting positive and lasting change in the communities where we live and work.  

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