Automation Test Engineer
Unum
- Carlow
- Permanent
- Full-time
Unum Technology Centre in Carlow serves as a strategic software development and IT services centre supporting Unum, a leading provider of income protection in the US. Our team of IT professionals build solutions and critical business applications to digitally transform the way we do business.We are seeking a highly skilled Automated Software Test Engineer with expertise in MuleSoft integration testing to join our team. As a pivotal member of our development team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our MuleSoft integrations with Salesforce and legacy systems through automated testing methodologies.What you offer
- Develop and execute automated test scripts to verify the functionality, performance, and reliability of MuleSoft integrations with Salesforce and legacy systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand integration requirements and design comprehensive test plans.
- Create and maintain test data sets to support various testing scenarios, including positive and negative test cases.
- Implement and maintain automated test frameworks, leveraging tools such as Selenium, Cucumber, or similar technologies.
- Identify, analyze, and report software defects, working closely with developers to ensure timely resolution.
- Continuously monitor and improve test coverage and test efficiency through automation.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Collaborate with developers and system architects to enhance testability and quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends in automated testing and integration testing methodologies.
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to the overall improvement of the testing process.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in automated software testing, with a focus on integration testing.
- Proven experience with MuleSoft integrations, including connecting to Salesforce and legacy systems.
- Strong proficiency in automated testing tools and frameworks, such as Selenium, Cucumber, TestNG, or similar.
- Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
- Experience with RESTful APIs, SOAP web services, and other integration technologies.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript.
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Experience with performance testing and load testing tools is a plus.
- Salesforce certifications or MuleSoft certifications are desirable.
Our size and successful history in Carlow means we can offer you exceptional development and progression, supported by continual learning programs, IT Certifications & third level tuition reimbursement. We offer work-life-balance with flexible working arrangements (including hybrid) and initiatives in support of your well-being. Our attractive range of benefits and reward initiatives includes competitive compensation, 25 days annual leave, paid health insurance, pension scheme, annual performance-based bonus, paid maternity/paternity/adoptive leave, reward programs, and an opportunity to engage with charity and community activities.Company: Unum