Test Architect
Test Architect is the senior position who looks after solutions for problems faced while testing. The role seeks deep technical knowledge and up-to-date knowledge about latest tools and technologies. This role does not asks for people/team management skills.
Test Architect is not a common role. It is only found in organizations that focus heavily on the use of automation and technology in testing.
Test Architects must generally fulfill the following criteria
- Significant years of experience (minimum of 8 years)
- Must be a technical specialist
Skills required
- Experience in creating test automation framework, using latest and relevant tools.
- Sound knowledge of different technologies and approach to automation.
- Deep understanding about which test cases should be selected for automation.
- Strong technical leadership abilities
Roles and responsibilities of a Test Architect
Reports to : Test Manager / Quality head
Role and Responsibilities
- Helps in defining automation approach for testing.
- Supports test manager in fulfilling strategic goals by providing technical support and help in terms automation.
- Identifies effective technologies and tools aligned with what being already in use.
- Helps and designs test automation framework based on past experience and demand of current project.
- Works in identifying best suitable test cases for automation.
- Helps in creating Test environment and test data.
- Co-ordinates for testing via automation.
- Monitors, enhances, improves automation activities as per demand of project.
- Collaborates with team in mentoring and training team members for automation.