QA Test Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY
Zoetis, Inc. is the world's largest producer of medicine and vaccinations for pets and livestock. The Zoetis Tech & Digital (ZTD). Join us at Zoetis India Capability Center (ZICC) in Hyderabad, where innovation meets excellence. As part of the world's leading animal healthcare company, ZICC is at the forefront of driving transformative advancements and applying technology to solve the most complex problems. Our mission is to ensure sustainable growth and maintain a competitive edge for Zoetis globally by leveraging the exceptional talent in India.
At ZICC, you'll be part of a dynamic team that partners with colleagues worldwide, embodying the true spirit of One Zoetis. Together, we ensure seamless integration and collaboration, fostering an environment where your contributions can make a real impact. Be a part of our journey to pioneer innovation and drive the future of animal healthcare.
Talented and motivated Software Test Automation Engineer with a strong background in software testing methodologies and experience with test automation tools and frameworks (UiPath, Jenkins, Python).

As a Software Test Automation Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products through the design, implementation, and execution of automated test suites.

* Building automated test scripts and create automation environments for repeated tests.
* Expert in testing best practices, concepts of testing cycles and software development cycles
* Excellent knowledge an understanding of industry standard testing tools
* Works closely with cross functional teams in achieving testing objectives.
* Ensure quality, consistency, and efficiency across all testing practices.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Percent of Time
* Develop and maintain automated test scripts and framaeworks to support functional, smoke and regression testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements and design comprehensive test plans and test cases. Identify, document, and track software defects to resolution, ensuring thorough validation of fixes. 50%
* Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews to provide input on testing strategies and priorities.
* Perform root cause analysis of issues found during testing and work closely with developers to resolve them. 20%
* Build test automation framework, set up Continuous Integration. Continuously improve test automation processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. 20%
* Contribute to the ongoing improvement of software development practices, including code reviews and quality assurance best practices. Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in software testing and test automation. 10%

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
* Coordinate with developers and other members of the scrum team.
* Work with Business users, business partners and other cross functional teams.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science or other related field or equivalent work experience in web development related field.
Experience:
* Minimum 5 years' experience with focus on test automation
* Proven experience in software testing, with a focus on test automation.
* Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or VBScript
* Experience with test automation tools such as UiPath, Selenium, Appium, or similar.
* Strong understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous attention to detail.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with team members and stakeholders.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Required:
* Automation testing tools: UiPath Suite (Orchestrator, UiPath Studio and Test Manager)
* Mobile automation testing tools for Android, iOS, and cross-platform ones like Appium, pCloudy or Saucelabs
* Continuous Integration tools - Jenkins, Github
* JIRA - Defect tracking and task creation tool
* ALM- Test and Defect Management tool
Preferred:
* Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines like Azure DevOps
* Experience with SAP Hybris, Web applications
* Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies.
* Familiarity with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
* Relevant certifications in software testing or test automation (e.g., Selenium WebDriver, UiPath).

PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Regular working hours are from 11:00 PM to 8: 00 PM IST or 2:00 PM to 11:00pm IST
Sometimes, more overlap with the EST Time zone is required during production go-live.

This description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. Additional position specific requirements/responsibilities are contained in approved training curricula.

About Zoetis

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.

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