QA Automation Tester - Provar

Join us as a QA Automation Tester at Barclays. In this role, you will be a Test Automation specialist working in the Issuing Banking team, responsible for continuously expanding and improving the test suite. As the successful applicant, you must embrace the Banking culture and focus on automation. To excel as a QA Automation Tester, you should have a minimum of 9+ years of hands-on experience in QA Manual and Automation. Strong knowledge of Provar is essential, along with Object-Oriented Analysis and Design Concepts, Core Java 7/8, middle-tier technologies such as JPA/hibernate, Spring, unit testing, mocking frameworks, and caching concepts. You should also have hands-on knowledge of Web services (SOAP, REST, and Micro Services) with Spring, a strong understanding of BDD, experience in automation development and execution, and proficiency in Java Programming. Additionally, you should possess extensive knowledge of the Testing lifecycle, core testing processes and techniques, and skills in providing estimations, writing test scenarios, executing test cases, opening bugs, and verifying bugs. Familiarity with CI/CD and DevOps tools like Jenkins, experience with the Git source code control system, and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are crucial for this role. Some other highly valued skills may include expertise in Provar Automation Tool, knowledge of Scrum, Agile, and Kanban methodologies, API test automation, AWS, Automation Processes, and Performance testing tools. Prior experience in preparing test metrics and reports would also be beneficial. The purpose of this role is to design, develop, and execute testing strategies to validate functionality, performance, and user experience. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve defects, continuously improve testing processes, and ensure software quality and reliability. Your key accountabilities will include developing and implementing comprehensive test plans, creating and executing automated test scripts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements, and conducting root cause analysis for identified defects. You will also stay informed of industry technology trends, contribute to the organization's technology communities, and promote a culture of technical excellence and growth. As an Analyst, you are expected to perform activities in a timely manner, demonstrate in-depth technical knowledge in your area of expertise, lead and supervise a team if applicable, and contribute to the achievement of organizational objectives. You will also be responsible for managing risk, strengthening controls, and advising decision making within your area of expertise. All colleagues at Barclays are expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, as well as the Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge, and Drive.,