Sr. Automation Engineer

Experience: Not Available to Not Available years

Location: Flex - Cork

Skills: Python, Robot Framework, Pytest, Agile, Jenkins, Docker, Git, SVN, TestRail, Zephyr

Who is Forcepoint?
Forcepoint simplifies security for global businesses and governments. Forcepoint’s all-in-one, truly cloud-native platform makes it easy to adopt Zero Trust and prevent the theft or loss of sensitive data and intellectual property no matter where people are working. 20+ years in business. 2.7k employees. 150 countries. 11k+ customers. 300+ patents. If our mission excites you, you’re in the right place; we want you to bring your own energy to help us create a safer world. All we’re missing is you!

Responsibilities:
Develop comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test automation frameworks for Forcepoint's endpoint security agents
Design and implement automation frameworks using industry best practices for maintainability and scalability
Work directly with software engineers both locally and globally to ensure product quality objectives are achieved
Collaborate across site boundaries to share test practices with low-level and system test engineers
Execute end-to-end testing including functional, integration, performance, and security testing scenarios
Configure workstations, operating environments, and systems under test as needed to complete assigned testing
Build and maintain test infrastructure, including test data management and test environment setup
Conduct root cause analysis for test failures and defects, collaborating with development teams to resolve issues
Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies
Document test results, generate quality metrics, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders
Work closely with a globally distributed group of stakeholders and remote development teams to ensure that all endpoint consumers get high-quality components on schedule
Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience




10+ years of hands-on experience in software automation testing or equivalent
Strong background and demonstrable experience in software testing methodology, testing processes, test development, and test execution
Strong knowledge of desktop applications within platforms such as Windows and macOS
Proficient in Python suitable for test automation development frameworks such as Robot Framework and Pytest
Hands-on experience with testing tools and methodologies including automation frameworks, large data handling, performance and scalability testing
Experience with virtualization technologies and containerization concepts
Solid understanding of testing best practices, test case design, and quality assurance methodologies
Ability to analyze complex systems and create effective test strategies
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug test failures effectively

Soft Skills
Experience working in a cross-functional organization with distributed and remote teams
Strong communication (written and oral) and teamwork ethic within a diverse team environment
Self-motivated and proactive approach to researching and learning recent skills and technologies
Commitment to the broader range of product development goals (teamwork at scale)
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills

Preferred Skills:
Good understanding of working with automation test infrastructures and frameworks
Experience with manual testing and test case creation
Previous experience working in an Agile/SCRUM environment
Previous testing experience within the cybersecurity or security industry
Experience with API testing and testing web services
Knowledge of test automation best practices including Page Object Model and data-driven testing




Familiarity with version control systems (Git, SVN) and code repositories
Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
Jenkins experience including job configuration, pipeline creation, and integration with test frameworks
DevOps experience or familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration tools
Experience setting up and maintaining Jenkins infrastructure for test automation
Knowledge of test reporting and metrics tools and dashboards
Basic understanding of networking, firewalls, and security concepts
Experience with test case management tools (TestRail, Zephyr, etc.)
Exposure to performance testing and profiling tools

Don’t meet every single qualification? Studies show people are hesitant to apply if they don’t meet all requirements listed in a job posting. Forcepoint is focused on building an inclusive and diverse workplace – so if there is something slightly different about your previous experience, but it otherwise aligns and you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. You could be a great candidate for this or other roles on our team.

The policy of Forcepoint is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity. Forcepoint is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [email protected] . Applicants must have the right to work in the location to which you have applied.

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