Yahoo!

Principal QA Automation Engineer

Yahoo!

Remote
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters
Job Description

As a Principal QA Automation Engineer at Yahoo!, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our products. With your expertise in automation testing, you will lead a team of talented engineers to develop and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts. We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced individual who is passionate about delivering top-notch products to our users. If you have a strong background in QA and automation, a knack for solving complex problems, and a desire to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, we want you to join our team!

  1. Develop and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts to ensure the quality and reliability of our products.
  2. Lead a team of talented engineers in implementing and executing automation testing strategies.
  3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize areas for automation testing.
  4. Conduct thorough and comprehensive testing to identify and report any bugs or issues.
  5. Analyze test results and provide recommendations for improvements to the development team.
  6. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in automation testing.
  7. Mentor and train junior team members on automation testing techniques and best practices.
  8. Take ownership of the overall quality of our products and ensure that they meet the highest standards.
  9. Work closely with product managers to understand user requirements and ensure that they are met through testing.
  10. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our automation testing efforts.
  11. Collaborate with other QA team members to continuously improve our QA processes and procedures.
  12. Proactively identify and communicate potential risks and issues related to product quality.
  13. Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to ensure high-quality code is being delivered.
  14. Act as a subject matter expert in automation testing and provide guidance to the rest of the team.
  15. Continuously evaluate and implement new tools and technologies to improve the automation testing process.
Where is this job?
This job opening is listed as 100% remote
Job Qualifications
  • Strong Technical Background And Experience In Software Development And Quality Assurance.

  • Minimum Of 8 Years Of Experience In Qa Automation, With At Least 5 Years In A Leadership Or Senior Role.

  • Expertise In Developing And Implementing Automation Frameworks, Tools, And Processes.

  • Proven Experience In Leading And Mentoring A Team Of Qa Engineers, Including Managing And Prioritizing Their Workload.

  • Excellent Communication And Collaboration Skills, With The Ability To Work Effectively With Cross-Functional Teams And Stakeholders At All Levels.

Required Skills
  • Quality Assurance

  • Test Automation

  • Agile Methodology

  • Continuous Integration

  • Test Planning

  • Code Review

  • Performance testing

  • Test design

  • Bug tracking

  • Software testing

  • Test Strategy

  • Test Management

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Emotional Intelligence

  • Leadership

  • Time management

  • creativity

  • flexibility

  • Teamwork

  • Adaptability

  • Problem-Solving

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Principal QA Automation Engineer is between $110,000 to $170,000 per year. This can vary depending on factors such as location, years of experience, and specific industry. Senior roles or positions in larger companies may offer higher salaries.

Additional Information
Yahoo! is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedSeptember 5th, 2024
Apply BeforeJuly 20th, 2025
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About Yahoo!

Yahoo! is an American web services provider headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, and owned by Verizon Media. The original Yahoo! company was founded by Jerry Yang and David Filo in January 1994 and was incorporated on March 2, 1995. Yahoo was one of the pioneers of the early Internet era in the 1990s.

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