Automation Tester (ISTQB/15+)

InnoSoul • Richmond, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The QA resource will ensure product quality by creating comprehensive test coverage and implementing automated test scripts that support continuous integration and faster release cycles. This role strengthens defect prevention, improves reliability, and reduces manual testing effort across the Agile processes. The purpose of this role is to ensure product quality by creating comprehensive test coverage and automated test scripts that support integration and faster releases. This role strengthens defect prevention, improves reliability, and reduces manual testing across the Agile processes.

Requirements

• Strong experience writing manual test cases and converting them into structured test suites.
• 7 Years Hands-on experience with test automation tools is required (preferably playwright).
• 4 Years Proficiency in programming/scripting languages used for automation (Java, Python, JavaScript, C#, etc.).
• 3 Years Experience with API testing using tools like Postman, RestAssured, or similar.
• 3 Years Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control (Git).
• Understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and QA best practices.
• Ability to analyze requirements and identify gaps or ambiguities.
• Strong documentation, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• 3 Years Experience with performance testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner).
• 2 Years Knowledge of BDD frameworks (Cucumber, SpecFlow).
• 2 Years Exposure to Oracle and APEX based system test and financial system is plus.
• ISTQB or similar QA certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed, traceable, and reusable test cases based on business requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, and system workflows.
• Participate in test planning, identify test scenarios, execute manual tests when needed, and document results.
• Build, maintain, and enhance automation frameworks using approved tools and technologies (e.g., Preferably Playwright).
• Write, optimize, and maintain automated test scripts for regression, smoke, and functional testing.
• Log defects with clear reproduction steps, severity, and impact; collaborate with developers to validate fixes.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Provide regular reporting on test coverage, defect trends, and automation progress.
• Work closely with agile team, business analysts, developers, product owners, and project managers to ensure alignment on requirements and quality expectations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed