Appian QA Tester and Automation Engineer

TSP LLC•Remote, US,

1d•$95,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

TSPi is seeking a QA Tester and Automation Engineer (Hybrid) with strong experience supporting complex Appian environments, automated testing pipelines, and plugin validation. Proven ability to stabilize broken automation frameworks, implement efficient CI/CD testing workflows, and deliver high-quality QA support for modernization efforts. The role requires the ability to quickly assess automation health, prioritize stabilization efforts, and collaborate within an Agile delivery environment. The 90-Day Mission Month 1:Execute deep-dive custom Appian plugin validation and integration testing for Appian modernization Month 2:Audit and stabilize the existing Ruby/JRuby/FitNesseframework; eliminate "flaky" tests in the Jenkins pipeline. Month 3:Standardize Docker-based execution environments and hand off a documented, high-reliability suite to the long-term team.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of professional experience in software quality assurance, automated testing, or test engineering activities.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
Hands-on experience developing and utilizing automated testing frameworks, preferably using Ruby/JRuby or similar scripting languages.
Proven ability to execute formal testing of complex software systems (functional, regression, and integration).
Experience supporting CI/CD automation pipelines (e.g.,Jenkins) and proficiency with Git/GitHub source control workflows.
Experience supporting testing efforts within Appian or other low-code platforms.
Working knowledge of Docker-based environments or other containerized testing approaches.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and fix failing automation suites.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

4+ years of professional experience in software quality assurance, automated testing, or test engineering activities.
Experience with FitNesse for Appian or similar test automation tools
Strong working knowledge of RubyMine or comparable IDEs for automation development
Experience integrating automated testing with Jira/Xray or similar test management tools
Familiarity with Ruby on Rails for application testing or automation support
Experience supporting AWS-hosted test infrastructure or cloud-based testing environments
Exposure to Appian plugin testing or custom component validation
Experience stabilizing or refactoring legacy automation frameworks

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites supporting Appian applications and custom plugins
Execute functional, regression, integration, and formal testing of complex software systems
Support plugin validation efforts by creating automated and manual test scenarios
Analyze failing automation tests, troubleshoot root causes, and implement framework improvements
Ensure automation coverage aligns with development and release priorities
Stabilize and refactor existing Ruby/JRuby automation frameworks to improve reliability and maintainability
Develop and maintain automation scripts using Ruby and FitNesse for Appian
Configure and support Jenkins-based automation pipelines to streamline continuous testing workflows
Implement Docker-based environments to standardize automated test execution
Design and optimize automated testing pipelines to improve efficiency across the development lifecycle
Maintain automation codebases using Git/GitHub source control workflows
Utilize Ruby Mine to develop, enhance, and troubleshoot automated tests
Support Ruby on Rails components related to test automation and application testing
Assist in integrating automated testing results with Jira/Xray for traceability and reporting
Collaborate with development teams to ensure automation aligns with application architecture
Assist with management and operations of AWS-based test environments
Maintain scalable infrastructure to support automated testing execution
Monitor pipeline health and address performance or environment-related issues
Apply QA methodologies and testing best practices across the software lifecycle
Document defects, reproduce issues, and support remediation efforts
Participate in test planning, risk identification, and quality reviews
Ensure test artifacts and execution results are properly tracked and documented
Work closely with developers, QA leads, and project stakeholders to prioritize automation improvements
Provide status updates on automation health, risks, and testing progress
Contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on improving delivery quality and efficiency