Amount

Automation Engineer

Amount$80K — $100K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience as a Java Developer with QA automation exposure
  • Strong proficiency in Java and object-oriented programming
  • Familiarity with web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and RESTful APIs
  • Proficient in SQL with experience in relational databases (like PostgreSQL)
  • Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD tools (like Jenkins)
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies, and familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop scalable automation frameworks from scratch using Java/Python
  • Implement automated test scripts for functional and regression testing
  • Integrate automated tests with CI/CD pipelines
  • Leverage AI-assisted testing frameworks to enhance automation efficiency
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements
  • Troubleshoot and debug automation failures and maintain existing automation frameworks
  • Stay updated on industry best practices to improve testing efficiency

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with 3 days onsite
  • Opportunity to work with AI-powered tools
  • Collaborative team environment with quality engineers
  • Access to continuous learning in new technologies and best practices
  • Engagement in Agile/Scrum methodologies for project management
Full Job Description
A DAY IN THE LIFE:

As an Automation Engineer, your days will be focused on developing and enhancing our automation framework. You will play a crucial role in developing robust automation frameworks using Java/Python and other technologies to support our QA processes. You will collaborate closely with QA engineers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality delivery of software products. You'll also experiment with AI-powered testing tools to accelerate coverage, generate test data, and identify defects faster.

Team: You'll work with a team of ~5 quality engineers.

Similar job titles: Test Automation Engineer, Software Automation Engineer, Quality Automation Engineer, Automation Test Engineer, Automation Developer, Software Development Engineer in Test

Base Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 annually

WHAT WE'LL TRUST YOU TO DELIVER:
  • Design and develop scalable automation frameworks from scratch using Java/Python and other open-source tools
  • Experience with Playwright, Cyprus, Selenium or equivalent
  • Implement automated test scripts for functional and regression testing
  • Integrate automated tests with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
  • Leverage AI-assisted testing frameworks and tools to enhance automation efficiency and coverage.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and ensure test coverage
  • Troubleshoot and debug automation failures in a timely manner
  • Maintain and enhance existing automation frameworks and test suites
  • Stay updated on industry best practices and new technologies to improve testing efficiency
  • Be proactive in identifying areas for improvement and optimizing existing systems for performance and reliability


WHAT YOU LIKELY BRING TO THE TABLE:
  • 2+ years of proven experience as a Java Developer, preferably with exposure to QA automation
  • Openness to adopting AI in QA workflows (e.g., AI-based test case generation, data validation)
  • Strong proficiency in Java programming language and object-oriented concepts
  • Familiarity with web technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and web services (RESTful APIs)
  • Proficiency in writing and optimizing SQL queries, with hands-on experience in relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL or MySQL)
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Bamboo, Argo)
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and communicate findings effectively
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities
  • Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and containerization (e.g., Docker)
  • Working knowledge of database technologies (PostgreSQL)
  • Bachelor's/master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field preferred
  • Basic understanding of financial concepts and processes is preferred
  • Basic understanding of Selenium webdriver is preferred


NOTE:
  • Most positions are hybrid (3 days onsite) in our FIS Office locations in Chicago (Illinois), Milwaukee (Wisconsin), Atlanta (Georgia) and Jacksonville (Florida).
  • Current and future sponsorship not available for this position

About Amount

Amount is a financial technology company that provides digital lending solutions to banks and financial institutions. The company's platform enables banks to offer a range of loan products to their customers, including personal loans, credit cards, and home equity loans. Amount's platform uses machine learning and data analytics to provide banks with insights into their customers' creditworthiness and to help them make more informed lending decisions. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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