Test Automation Engineer at National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC)

United States

National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC) Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Utilities, Broadband, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years’ experience in software development
  • 3+ years’ experience with Software Test Automation
  • Ability to communicate programming concepts and patterns effectively to technical and non-technical people
  • Strong understanding of testing methodologies, functional testing and requirements testing, etc
  • Ability to read code and write automation test scripts in various languages (e.g., Javascript, Java, SQL)
  • Proficient with developing responsive content and working knowledge of web trends, architecture and deployment patterns
  • Comprehension of manual quality assurance testing
  • Experience with Git including branching/merging workflows
  • Experience with software management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo, etc. in an Agile software development environment
  • Strong documentation and communication skills
  • Prior mentorship or leadership experience preferred
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to be self-motivating
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience (preferred)
  • Hybrid work schedule: Minimum 3 days per week from Lake Saint Louis, MO office (Tuesday and Wednesday required)

Responsibilities

  • Lead and create an internal automation and quality assurance framework within the department, including creating job descriptions, championing automation best practices across departments, and driving the selection of tool sets and procedures
  • Define, develop and manage new and complex level tests by collaborating with cross-functional teams
  • Collaborate across multiple departments and management levels to institute a comprehensive automation framework across NISC's Research, Development and Quality Division
  • Analyze automation test results and provide solution-based recommendations with action-oriented next steps
  • Provide recurrent communication on automated testing statuses
  • Follow all established internal software development methodologies and procedures
  • Mentor and train other team members on test automation tools and processes
  • Lead the department in keeping abreast of the latest automation technologies and trends
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Commitment to NISC’s Statement of Shared Values

Skills

Test Automation
Automation Framework
Selenium
Quality Assurance
Test Strategy
Regression Testing
Cross-functional Collaboration
Test Analysis

National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC)

Software solutions for broadband and utilities

About National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC)

National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC) provides software solutions for the broadband and utility industries, helping clients like electric cooperatives and telecommunications companies improve customer engagement and service efficiency. Their products include tools for capital credit management, consumer analytics, and service provisioning, which assist clients in managing operations and providing detailed energy usage data to customers. NISC operates on a subscription-based model, offering ongoing support and updates, which ensures a steady revenue stream. The company's goal is to maximize client return on investment through exceptional customer support and tailored software solutions.

Lake Saint Louis, MissouriHeadquarters
2000Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Emerging tech startups pose competition in the utility and broadband sectors.
Rapid technological advancements may strain NISC's resources for software updates.
Potential regulatory changes could necessitate costly adjustments to NISC's solutions.

Differentiation

NISC is a cooperative, owned by its Member-Owners, ensuring deep industry insight.
Over 11 million consumers use NISC's IT systems across multiple regions.
NISC offers a comprehensive suite of SaaS solutions tailored for utility and broadband industries.

Upsides

Increased demand for smart grid technology aligns with NISC's energy management solutions.
The rise of 5G technology benefits NISC's telecommunications clients.
NISC's DERMS program addresses the expansion of distributed energy resources.

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