Solution Architect (Test Automation & Developer Experience)

Job Description


The Test Enablement team, a part of the Tech Enablement unit, plays an instrumental part in enhancing our organization's test agility by providing necessary capabilities and support. Our work includes test advisory services, test strategy, managing test automation frameworks and tooling, overseeing test management platforms, and handling test data management. Our contributions continuously empower our Product Teams to execute efficient delivery of high-quality products.
The Solution Architect’s responsibilities include, among other things, to translate business and tech requirements into architecture blueprints for test automation frameworks, identify areas in need of improvement and provide leadership related to the test automation development by being responsible for the architecture and delivery of a test automation solution or portfolio of solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards advancing the architecture towards the target state. The Solution Architect should also be able to update stakeholders on roadmaps and implementation plans.
Key Responsibilities:
Contextualize strategic vision and direction; conduct analysis, identify opportunities, constraints and support strategic activities related to development and management of test automation solutions.
Analyze, design, develop and maintain roadmaps for test automation frameworks.
Build prototypes and proofs of concept.
Review, analyze and facilitate stakeholder understanding of business and technology implication of future direction; influence decisions.
Translate business and technical requirements into architectural blueprints for test automation frameworks.
Create architectural designs to guide test automation development across initiatives that aligns with business goals. Evaluate, design and analyze the implementation of test automation solutions.
Identify interdependencies between test automation frameworks used in different initiatives.
Evaluate and drive continuous improvement in test automation frameworks.
Participate in internal activities related to technology matching and selection to ensure technology choice aligns with overall tech architecture.
Provide guidance on options, risks, costs vs. benefits, impact, priorities etc. related to test automation frameworks.
Facilitate best practice sharing around test automation frameworks.




Qualifications


Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
Strong programming skills in languages like Java, Python, or TypeScript
Experience with test automation frameworks and tools such as Playwright, Specflow or Robot Framework
Experience with Kubernetes and containerized environments
Experience in developing GitHub custom actions using TypeScript/JavaScript
Knowledge of API testing using tools such as Postman Enterprise
Proficiency in creating and executing automated test scripts
Knowledge of continuous integration and delivery (Azure CI/CD, GitHub Actions) pipelines and their integration with test automation frameworks
Understanding of software testing principles and methodologies such as TDD and BDD
Familiarity with version control systems like Git
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose issues and propose effective solutions
Ability to drive test automation improvement initiatives and influence others to prioritize automation considerations
Experience in developing GitHub custom actions using TypeScript/JavaScript





Additional Information


This is a full-time position based at our Head Office in Stockholm. Apply by sending in your CV in English as soon as possible, but no later than the 20th December 2024. Due to data policies, we only accept applications through career page.
Benefits
We offer all our employees at H&M attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. All our employees receive a staff discount card, usable on all our H&M Group brands in stores and online. Brands covered by the discount are H&M (Beauty and Move included), COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories, ARKET, Afound. In addition to our staff discount, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP. You can read more about our H&M Incentive Program here.
In addition to our global benefits, all our local markets offer different competitive perks and benefits. Please note that they may differ between employment type and countries.
Inclusion & Diversity
H&M is a part of H&M Group. At H&M Group, we’re determined to create and maintain inclusive, diverse and equitable workplaces throughout our organization. Our teams should consist of a variety of people that share and combine their knowledge, experience and ideas. Having a diverse workforce leads to a positive impact on how we address challenges, on what we perceive possible and on how we choose to relate to our colleagues and customers all over the world. Hence all diversity dimensions are taken into consideration in our recruitment process.
We strive to have a fair and equal process and therefore kindly ask you not to attach a cover letter in your application as they often contain information that easily can trigger unintentional biases.
Company Description


H&M Group is a family of brands; H&M, COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories, and ARKET.. At H&M Group, our people are the driving force behind our commitment to creating meaningful growth and more sustainable lifestyles. Help us re-imagine fashion and together we will re-shape our industry. Learn more about H&M Group here.