QA Engineer- GW Claim Center

About the job

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Guidewire Test Automation UI Senior Software Engineer QA with 5 to 8 years of expertise to lead our test automation efforts for Guidewire applications' user interfaces (UI). The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and executing robust test automation frameworks and scripts to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of Guidewire applications' UI components. This role requires a deep understanding of Guidewire applications, UI testing principles, and test automation best practices. If you have a proven track record in test automation and Guidewire testing, along with strong leadership skills, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Utilize your in-depth knowledge of Guidewire applications, including Policy Center, Claim Center, and Billing Center, to design and execute UI test automation strategies effectively.
• Collaborate closely with developers and business analysts to understand application requirements and user stories for comprehensive test case design.
• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of robust test automation frameworks tailored for Guidewire applications' UI testing.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members in implementing best practices for test automation framework development.
• Develop automated BDD test scripts in GT UI & API automation framework to verify the functionality, usability, and performance of Guidewire applications' UI components.
• Implement complex test automation techniques, such as data-driven and parameterized testing, to support diverse test scenarios and configurations.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive automated regression test suites to ensure the stability and reliability of Guidewire applications' UI components.
• Implement automated regression testing strategies to validate UI changes, new features, and enhancements across different versions of the applications.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and QA engineers.
• Provide strong technical leadership and guidance to the QA team, driving excellence in test automation practices and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Generate detailed test reports and communicate test automation progress, issues, and recommendations to project stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.

Requirements

Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 to 8 years of experience in quality assurance or software testing roles, with a focus on UI testing and test automation.
• Strong understanding of Guidewire applications, including Policy Center, Claim Center, and Billing Center.
• Proficiency in test automation tools and frameworks such as Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, Cucumber, or similar.
• Solid programming skills in languages such as Java, Groovy, or JavaScript for test automation script development.
• Familiarity with web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for UI testing.
• Knowledge of Guidewire architecture, data model, and business processes.
• Experience with Guidewire configuration, customization, and integration is a plus.
• Proven track record in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust test automation frameworks for UI testing.
• Ability to develop advanced automated test scripts to verify the functionality, usability, and performance of UI components.
• Experience with regression testing automation and strategies for managing test suites across different versions of applications.
• Strong understanding of P&C insurance, including both Personal Lines and Commercial Lines.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and experience working in Agile environments.
• Solid knowledge of test management tools such as HP ALM, Jira, ADO, Rally or similar.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a keen diligence.
• Experience working in Agile environment following Onsite Offshore mode.

Good to Have:

• Relevant certifications such as ISTQB, Guidewire, Selenium or Agile certifications are desirable.
• P&C Insurance Knowledge - Personal Lines and Commercial Lines.

Primary skills: 

• Guidewire applications,  including Policy Center, Claim Center, and Billing Center, as well as their architecture,
• data model, and business processes,
• JavaScript,
• Typescript,
• Test Café, 
• Guidewire Testing (GT) UI & API automation framework