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$15
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I have like 30 spreadsheets and want whenever something happens in one of those spreadsheets to add inside of one main spreadsheet call…
Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed
Less than 1 month
Duration
Expert
Experience level
Our selenium python script burns a lot of proxy bandwidth, we want it to use far less bandwidth but not affect performance of the scrip…
$300
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Intermediate
Experience level
I need to create a Google Chrome Extension that: 1. Read Google Spreadsheet 2. Goes to URL 3. Interact with Website (Instagram in this…
Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed
1 to 3 months
Duration
Intermediate
Experience level
I get multiple emails a day that have a link. It takes me to a webform log in address. I don't have a log in for the compnay that send…
Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed
1 to 3 months
Duration
Intermediate
Experience level
I have a clothing line that I am looking to set up ads with automation to go through a funnel. I need someone who is good at looking at…
$600
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Intermediate
Experience level
Require an expert at telegram and twitter scraping to implement into a database a select number of twitter accounts and telegram channe…
$250
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Expert
Experience level
Join our dynamic team as a Software Engineer for our automated testing platform. As a key contributor, you will play a pivotal role in…
$30
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Intermediate
Experience level
We are a management consulting company based in Mumbai, India, on the verge of launching an educational course to an audience for the f…
Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed
1 to 3 months
Duration
Intermediate
Experience level
At STRMS, our mission is to empower accounting firms by liberating them from simple tasks at an affordable monthly rate so they can foc…
$16
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Entry
Experience level
In Outlook Create Folders Automatically Based on Subject / Content. Create folders automatically and move pdfs to a new folder with uni…
How to Become an Automation Engineer
If you believe you have an aptitude for developing procedures and standards in a technology environment, you may have what it takes to become a freelance automation engineer.
While most automation engineers have a bachelor’s or master’s degree, some have only a high school degree or GED. Experience as an automation specialist is helpful, including roles as a maintenance technician, a controls engineer, or a field service technician.
What does an automation engineer do?
A freelance automation engineer is an IT professional who is responsible for delivering automated solutions for various software processes. In this role, automation engineers often collaborate with stakeholders to identify and resolve problems by gathering requirements and implementing them through process automation.
While the responsibilities of freelance automation engineers vary based on their assignments, they are normally engaged in certain common practices. These may include executing QA tests that automatically test functionality; running tests for networks, applications, systems, and databases; identifying and fixing bugs; and collaborating with other teams to determine how to best automate workflow.
What skills do I need to become a freelance automation engineer?
Common skills an automation engineer should possess include:
- Advanced coding skills using programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Industrial and systems engineering (ISE) experience in version control systems as well as Eclipse IDE
- Functional automated testing experience with the ability to create, maintain, and execute manual and automated tests
- DevOps capabilities
- Open source manual testing
- Experience in modeling and application design and architecture
- Advanced programming and troubleshooting knowledge
- IT, API, and software QA technical skills
- Knowledge of unit automation testing and agile software development ( Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, Selenium)
- Linear communication and excellent team-working skills with other testers, development teams, and automation engineers
Should I get automation engineer certification?
In addition to developing your skills, obtaining a professional certification can help your Upwork profile stand out. Some examples of popular automation certifications include:
- Certified Associate in Software Testing (CAST)
- Certified Software Tester (CSTE)
- Certified Manager of Software Testing (CMST)
- Certified Associate Java Programmer
Having a bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or another related field can also help you stand out. Depending on the role, having a master’s degree may also be recommended. There are various types of automation engineers, including test automation engineers, automation design engineers, and automation systems engineers. Different types of automation engineering may require different degrees or certifications.
What are the job responsibilities of a freelance automation engineer?
A freelance automation engineer is tasked with delivering automation solutions for software, hardware, and business-related processes. This often includes programming, QA testing, scriptwriting, and troubleshooting.
Responsibilities of an automation engineer include:
- Deliver consistency in process and documentation of test automation approach across teams
- Support the usage and analysis of all new automation tools
- Develop, implement, and maintain client’s automated test scripts
- Comprehensive understanding of various test automation approaches, including keyword-driven, data-driven, POM, BDD, and hybrid
Upwork is not affiliated with and does not sponsor or endorse any of the tools or services discussed in this section. These tools and services are provided only as potential options, and each reader and company should take the time needed to adequately analyse and determine the tools or services that would best fit their specific needs and situation.
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