Senior Test Automation Engineer

Clearwaters.IT•Washington, DC

11d•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Test Automation Engineer creates and maintains test scripts to ensure software quality standards are met. The role coordinates testing activities with developers and functional analysts to develop and manage manual and automated test plans, scripts, and artifacts in accordance with VA-mandated testing documentation standards and templates. The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams, supports software quality and reliability, and leads continuous integration and performance-testing events. The position is remote and limited to U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (green card holders); the candidate must be able to receive a Security Clearance / Public Trust.

Requirements

10+ years of relevant experience in manual and automation testing.
A bachelor’s degree in computer science, electronics engineering, or a related technical discipline; 8+ years of additional relevant experience may substitute for education.
Experience working with developers, end users, and organizations to create test plans and test scripts.
Comprehensive technical expertise in IT products, operating systems, software, hardware, systems, networks, and specialized environments.
Experience writing or assisting in the development of test plans and test procedures.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, including strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience coordinating and managing test events according to approved test plans, procedures, and scripts.
Knowledge and skills to ensure test environments are set up accurately.
Proficiency developing test automation scripts using a scripting language such as Python or JavaScript.
Hands-on experience with QA automation tools such as Selenium, JMeter, TestNG, Cypress, or Playwright.
Ability to create test reports.
Experience working in a SAFe or Agile environment.
Proficiency with defect tracking and test management tools such as Jira, TestRail, Bugzilla, or HP ALM.
Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile, Scrum, and DevOps practices.
Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
Knowledge of cloud-based testing solutions such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
High proficiency in scripting languages, including Java, Python, JavaScript, C#, C++, Go, TypeScript, or PHP.
Experience with backend testing and ability to perform manual testing.
Proficiency in SQL.
Experience with API testing tools such as Postman, RestAssured, or SoapUI.
Experience working with GitHub and repositories.
Experience configuring necessary hardware and operating environments for testing.
Attention to detail, excellent customer service, initiative, and willingness to learn new skills and client environments.
Ability to integrate information from multiple sources and work collaboratively in a dynamic team setting.
Eligibility limited to U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (green card holders).
Must be able to receive a Security Clearance / Public Trust.

Nice To Haves

Application Life Cycle (ALM) tool experience, such as Jira.
Experience working with the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
Experience with Medical claims X.12 transactions (837, 835, 277, etc.).
Medical claims processing application knowledge.
Experience working with accessibility testing tools.
ISTQB certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with developers and functional analysts to create manual and automated test plans and scripts in accordance with VA-mandated documentation standards and templates.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support software quality and reliability.
Lead continuous integration and performance-testing events.
Manage and track testing artifacts in GitHub, Jira, and associated repositories.
Lead and conduct testing according to Master Test Plan specifications, including tracking, monitoring, and reporting results.
Manage and assist staff test events and provide appropriate resources.
Identify and document defects; monitor and update defect and bug reports in Jira.
Manage the defect database under the guidance of the QA Manager.
Perform code reviews of scripts.
Execute manual and automated test scripts.
Configure necessary hardware and operating environments for assigned testing.
Track problems and report identified errors.
Create test reports.
Stay current on emerging QA tools, trends, and methodologies, and recommend technologies and best practices.
Conduct independent research to lead or support the resolution of complex questions and issues.