Manager Applications - IT Applications
Horizontal Talent

Job Info

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Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Automation and Performance Test Manager to lead and manage their automation and performance testing team. This role is integral to our client's IT operations, requiring a blend of technical expertise and leadership skills.

As an Automation and Performance Test Manager, you will collaborate with various teams, including development, application, DevOps, product, and vendor teams, to establish and oversee automation and performance test strategies, frameworks, and execution. You will be responsible for managing a team of automation and performance testers, integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines, monitoring system performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and lead a team of automation and performance test engineers
- Establish automation and performance testing strategies and guidelines for projects
- Collaborate with various teams to align testing activities with project requirements
- Develop and maintain high-quality, flexible, and scalable test frameworks
- Drive continuous improvement in automation and performance test tools, coverage, and quality
- Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous testing efforts
- Monitor test execution and provide detailed reports on system function and performance
- Collaborate with application monitoring solutions like Datadog APM, Prometheus, and Grafana
- Develop continuous improvement plans for existing application changes
- Spearhead the management and execution of automation testing strategies focused on enhancing application resiliency

Qualifications:
- 12+ years of experience in performance testing and automation
- Proficiency in recognizing and coaching talent in the transition from contractors to full-time associates
- Strong leadership skills with a passion for software quality and continuous improvement
- Proficiency and experience in programming languages JavaScript and Python
- Experience with performance test tools such as grafana-k6, LoadRunner, and other relevant tools
- Familiarity with progressive automation techniques like BDD, POM, OOP, test containerization, and test parallelization
- Proficient with Rest/GraphQL API, Datadog APM monitoring, and Prometheus/Grafana monitoring

Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent Software Engineering experience
- Experience with 3rd party digital e-commerce platforms
- Familiarity with CI/CD, containerization, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)

This role is 100% remote and requires a commitment of 40 hours per week. Our client is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates with diverse experiences and backgrounds to apply.

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