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Organization:

VUMC IT Automation Services

Job Summary:

Lead testing and quality assurance efforts for Automation Services and responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality for our automation solutions. Oversee development and execution of comprehensive test strategies, identify and resolve issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and reliable automation services. Responsible for testing of existing automation products during system upgrades and version changes.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Lead the design, development, and implementation of testing strategies and plans for automation services.

* Conduct thorough testing of automation solutions, including functional, integration, regression, performance, and security testing.
* Provides structure, direction, and support for all project-related QA automation activities
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, provide feedback, and ensure quality is embedded throughout the development lifecycle.

* Stay current with the latest trends, tools, and best practices in quality assurance and automation testing.

* The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

- Proven experience as a Quality Assurance Analyst, with significant experience in automation testing.

- Extensive experience with testing methodologies, tools, and best practices.

- Solid understanding of software development life cycle and Agile methodologies.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred:

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

- Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools and practices.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
* Test Case Preparation (Advanced): Demonstrates the uppermost levels of expertise in Test Case Preparation and Design in challenging and complex situations. Has successfully prepared test cases for stateof-the-art and mission critical systems. Often takes a lead role in highly pressurized situations when there is a need to achieve results. Consistently delivers Test Case Preparation and Design products and services in a creative and imaginative manner while setting a standard for others. Contributes in the development of best practices for Test Case Preparation and Design for the organization.
* System Development Life Cycle (Advanced): Plans all tasks within a phase including estimating, scope definition and work plan development. Able to coordinate planning, design and production of deliverables for the training phase. Sought by others for advice. Assists in reviewing deliverables of the SDLC phase. Develops accurate budgets and schedules tasks/staffing. Participates in the integration of this phase to others [e.g., design to development, implementation to support].
* Testing Automation (Advanced): Demonstrates software tools engineering ability to create testing tools to help human testers perform their jobs more efficiently. Coordinates tasks such as product installation, test data creation, GUI interaction, problem detection, defect logging, etc., without necessarily automating tests in an end-to-end fashion [partial test automation]. Takes a lead role in evaluating and recommending Test Automation tools.
* Test Planning (Advanced): Demonstrates the uppermost levels of expertise in applying Test Planning in challenging and complex situations. Identifies flaws in complex test plans and takes action to remedy the errors. Often takes a lead role in highly pressurized situations when there is a need to achieve results. Consistently delivers Test Planning products and services in a creative and imaginative manner while setting a standard for others. Contributes in the development of best practices for Test Planning for the organization.
* Testing Tools (Advanced): Demonstrates expertise in resolving challenging problems involving usage of testing tools. Is capable of educating other people in efficient use of testing tools. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of all components of the tools, including advanced features and functions such as macros and custom components. As appropriate, can link the tools to other tools, modules and applications. Continues to remain current with new features of the tools and how to apply them. Helps establish best practices for testing tools and identifies new, state-of-the-art testing tools that add value to the organization.

About the Department:

VUMC IT

VUMC IT provides hardware, software and service solutions for the entire Medical Center. With over 40,000 workstations in the Medical Center, our teams can assist not only with hardware support, but also software and application support and services to enhance security and protection of your information.

Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more.

At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.

Core Accountabilities:

Organizational Impact: Delivers projects/assignments that have a direct impact on goals/objectives of the unit/department that the job is in. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Conducts extensive analysis of situations or data to resolve numerous, complex issues; may involve the input/work of others. Breadth of Knowledge: Has in-depth level of knowledge within a professional area and working knowledge of other areas. Team Interaction: May lead mid-sized projects; coaches and guides team members.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues: - Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas. - Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. - Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Service: - Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. - Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation: - Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. - Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges. - Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Position Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level:

5 years

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled