QA Test Automation solution architect

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world.Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.Job Title: QA Test Automation Solution ArchitectTravel Required?: No TravelDate: Oct 18, 2024HybridRelocation Assistance Offered Within Country# 163363 - Mumbai, Maharashtra, IndiaWho We AreColgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom’s of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Pet Nutrition.We are recognized for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children’s oral health.If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile and join our global team!The Experience:In today’s multifaceted technology environment, it is an exciting time to be a part of the information technology team at Colgate! Our highly technical and innovative team is dedicated to driving growth for Colgate Palmolive in this constantly evolving landscape. An opportunity to innovate and explore the possibilities within the world of Intelligent process automation. A dynamic and fast-paced work environment where your expertise will directly impact our solutions and processes.What role will you play as a member of Colgate’s Information Technology team?We are seeking a skilled and experienced Solution Architect to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end test automations across the functions and landscapes.Key responsibilities include keeping all Test Automation technologies & environments up to date. Dedicated Test Automation Solution Architect to own the architectural evaluation, design, and analysis of our CoE systems. Play a pivotal role in identifying customer requirements, analyzing alternatives, and recommending solutions related to software, platform, and network configurations.Who are you…You are a function expert -This position is for an Individual contributor who would be responsible for the following: Conduct comprehensive architectural evaluations, and collaborate with functional and business teams to drive the adoption of innovative working methods. Solution Design: Work closely with development teams to ensure architectural solutions are optimally and robustly implemented. System Solutions: Guarantee the delivery of robust automations tailored to business processes. Framework Development: Define and update frameworks with reusable code and checklists, ensuring high standards around the automation lifecycle. Quality Assurance: Review solution designs and code to ensure robust automation. Lead and maintain automation post-implementation, and resolve potential issues for smooth business operations. Mentorship: Guide and mentor team members on standard methodologies, regularly review developments, and produce process documentation to refine ongoing practices. Continuous Improvement: Investigate and detail better practices and alternative solutions to continually improve our processes.You connect the dots -Your proficiency in managing Test automations, coupled with your expertise in developing sophisticated testing scripts, aligns with business and functional requirements.You are a collaborator -Your expertise and experience as a solution architect will be instrumental in driving the success of our Automation team with effective collaboration with stakeholders. You will work closely with GIT Functional and Business teams to implement robust testing scripts using the right framework and governance.You are an innovator -You will spearhead transformative initiatives that push the boundaries of what's possible with current testing tools and technologies. Your innovative approach will drive the evolution of our Automation environment, from introducing innovative features to speeding up Automation developments and building robust automations.What you’ll need…(Required)Bachelor degree of Engineering in CS, IT, etc. Minimum 8+ years of experience in test automation. Minimum 4+ years in solution design and architect roles. Minimum 4+ years in automation development, and 2+ years leading test automation technologies such as UiPath RPA. Strong understanding of Enterprise Architecture, IT systems, and SAP modules (FI, O2I, P2P). Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills are essential. Experience with Agile development methodology and API development. Ability to work through ambiguous situations, multitask in a fast-paced environment, and prioritize critical tasks and projects. Self-motivated, independent, and able to take the initiative with excellent interpersonal skills. Experience in RFPs, RFQs, estimations, feasibility studies, and assigning automation tasks based on skills and availability.What you’ll need…(Preferred):Certifications: Solution Architect Certification and Advanced Developer Certification preferred. Experience in managing the consultants, vendor/3rd parties to explore new ways of working, best industry practices, etc. Experience in integration testing and performance testing tools and technologies. Experience working with cloud environments (eg, GCP, Azure).Our Commitment to SustainabilityWith the Colgate brand in more homes than any other, we are presented with great opportunities and new challenges as we work to integrate sustainability into all aspects of our business and create positive social impact. We are determined to position ourselves for further growth as we act on our 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & InclusionAchieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve — and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.Equal Opportunity EmployerColgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. 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