Quality Assurance Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

As a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer in the Quality Engineering team, where quality lies at the heart of our brand. We value diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, and we are building a talented team of quality engineers. Our team ensures software quality across the entire customer journey, from ticket booking to the seamless delivery of ancillary services and the efficient operation of our airplanes. We employ a suite of testing tools and methodologies, utilizing widely used frameworks and programming languages such as Java, C#, and Python, along with innovative technologies essential for application development, testing, and deployment. We implement CI/CD pipelines and follow DevSecOps practices, dedicated to continuous improvement to enhance the customer experience. If you are passionate about shaping the future of quality engineering and contributing to the renowned success of Emirates, we invite you to apply and help to shape the future of Emirates Group.

Job Outline

• Lead quality engineering design and implementation for multiple teams within an agile release train.
• Oversee the technical design and architecture reviews to ensure alignment with modern quality engineering practices.
• Act as a key decision-maker in planning and executing quality assurance strategies across all development stages.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and technical leader for quality engineers, guiding them in best practices and automation.
• Ensure quality engineering standards are created, implemented, and continuously improved within the release train.
• Collaborate with leadership to eliminate inefficiencies and non-value-adding tasks, enhancing overall team productivity.
• Champion modern testing practices like Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD).
• Lead innovation in automation frameworks and tools to enhance delivery quality and reduce manual efforts.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence based on Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) principles.
• Mentor and coach quality engineers, supporting their professional growth and technical development.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in Information Technology: 8+ Years. Degree or Honours: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field or relevant experience.
• Design and build scalable quality engineering solutions that align with the overall release train objectives.
• Conduct technical design reviews and enforce adherence to architecture patterns that support modern quality engineering.
• Plan and execute risk-based testing strategies that cover the entire development lifecycle.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality standards and ensure consistent application across all agile teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of quality engineering into the delivery process.
• Identify areas of improvement in quality processes and drive initiatives that increase efficiency and reduce lead times.
• Ensure that automation is integrated into all aspects of testing, reducing manual intervention and human error.
• Lead root cause analysis sessions to identify defects early and foster a culture of blameless post-mortems for continuous improvement.
• Drive the adoption of agile practices like Test-Driven Development (TDD) and lean software development principles.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to quality engineers, facilitating their growth in technical expertise and agile methodologies.

Desired candidate profile

As a Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer, several key skills and qualifications are essential for success in the role. Here are some important ones:

1. Testing Methodologies: Strong understanding of various testing methodologies, including manual and automated testing, unit testing, integration testing, and regression testing.

2. Automation Skills: Proficiency in automation testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG) to develop and execute automated test scripts.

3. Attention to Detail: Keen eye for detail to identify defects and ensure high-quality standards in software products.

4. Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze requirements, design test cases, and evaluate test results effectively.

5. Programming Knowledge: Familiarity with programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript) to write and understand code, especially for automation tasks.

6. Version Control Systems: Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) for managing changes to the codebase.

7. Defect Tracking: Proficiency in using defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla) to report and manage issues throughout the testing process.

8. Collaboration Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and other stakeholders.

9. Documentation Skills: Ability to create and maintain clear and comprehensive testing documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test reports.

10. Continuous Improvement: Commitment to staying updated on industry trends, best practices, and new testing tools to enhance QA processes.