IT QA Test Consultant

**We Put the World on Vacation** At Travel + Leisure Co., our mission is simple: to put the world on vacation. With a focus on vacation ownership, travel memberships, and exchange programs, we’re shaping the future of leisure travel by creating new possibilities for vacationers. Innovation and growth keep our work interesting and fun. Every day is a chance to learn something new and turn vacation inspiration into exceptional experiences for millions of travelers worldwide. The **QA Test Consultant** serves as the technical leader to the Travel + Leisure Co. Quality team providing test automation strategic direction and best practices under the direction of the Senior Director of Technical Quality. He or she will partner closely with delivery and infrastructure peers to improve the quality and efficiency of the solution delivery pipeline for the IT organization. Embodies a strong drive for advancing QA capabilities, automation and continuous testing. They will directly oversee a core automation team and serve as a Center of Excellence for the broader quality assurance team. **How You'll Shine:** + Define process and frameworks for automation testing practices including defining and executing on strategic roadmaps to expand team capabilities. Strategize how automated testing will integrate into the delivery and CI/CD pipelines across multiple initiatives/teams. + Mentor and direct core onshore and offshore automation team, including serving as Center of Excellence for broader project delivery teams. Drive the adoption of proven automated testing patterns and technologies to ensure timely, high-quality releases. Ability to technically assess and drive opportunities in testing suites to increase efficiency or effectiveness. Define metrics, key performance indicators, reporting and communication to leaders and teams that provides results in a clear format highlighting trouble areas and suggesting solutions. + Research and evaluate new technologies to expand practice and capabilities for test automation. Perform and lead Proof of Concepts, Proof of Values, and Prototyping as needed. + Build partnerships with engineering and infrastructure teams to address quality improvements of technology solutions delivery including existing and new products. + Define and forecast resourcing needs to support project efforts in automation. **What You'll Bring:** + Bachelor’s or master's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business or equivalent years of experience and certifications + ISTQB certification in automation testing preferred + Agile or CSM training and/or certification preferred + Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and vendors; including senior managers and executives + Exceptional focus on quality and strong attention to detail + Excellent analytical, troubleshooting and collaboration skills with a proven ability to drive cross-team technical discussions and decision making + Pro-active with high levels of energy, tenacity and enthusiasm to delivery results + Ability to influence and be persuasive. Strong negotiation skills with the ability to resolve conflicts and problems and follow through to completion + Proven technical leadership in component, API and Services, UI, and end-to-end test automation + Eagerness and willingness to learn the latest automation test engineering trends + Ability to take ownership and deliver on strategic roadmaps while mentoring and directing team members with strong planning and organization skills + Flexibility to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity and rapid change + Proven technical knowledge of full range of infrastructure components and functions + 5+ years of experience in automation testing across large, complex systems + Demonstrated knowledge of the current landscape of automation testing tools, their best use and upcoming trends in the marketplace + 3+ years knowledge and experience creating Selenium Java automation frameworks + 1+ years knowledge of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins + Experience with DevOps + Demonstrated proficiency in one or more programming languages + 5+ years performing risk assessments, time estimates and resource estimates + 4+ years implementing and managing automated testing systems/frameworks + 3+ years leading projects/teams effectively + Experience in an organization which leverages offshore/remote staffing **How You'll Be Rewarded:** We offer a diverse range of comprehensive health and welfare benefits to associates who work 30 or more hours per week to meet your needs and support you throughout your career with us. Travel + Leisure Co. benefits include: **_Note: Temporary and/or seasonal associates are ineligible for Paid Time Off._** + Medical + Dental + Vision + Flexible spending accounts + Life and accident coverage + Disability + Depending on position, paid time off, parental leave and holidays (speak to your recruiter for additional information) + Wish day paid time to volunteer at an approved organization of your choice + 401k with employer match (subject to eligibility requirements, including tenure - speak to your recruiter for additional information) + Legal and identify theft plan + Voluntary income protection benefits + Wellness program (subject to provider availability) + Employee Assistance Program **Where Memories Start with You** Hospitality is at the heart of all we do at Travel + Leisure Co. Here, you’ll find an inclusive environment where we deliver excellence and take time to have fun, celebrate together, and support one another. We're always looking ahead to what’s next and how we can strengthen our business, its neighboring communities, and the customer experience. Join our global team and build a career where memories start with you. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to MyCareer@travelandleisure.com , including the title and location of the position for which you are applying.