Senior Test Automation Engineer

Clearwaters.IT • Washington, DC

1d • 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 create and manage test plans, manual and automated test scripts, and testing artifacts in accordance with VA-mandated testing documentation standards and templates. The engineer leads continuous integration and performance testing events, manages testing artifacts and defects, and conducts testing in accordance with Master Test Plan specifications.

Requirements

• 10 or more years of relevant experience in manual and automation testing.
• A bachelor's degree in computer science, electronics engineering, or a related technical discipline; alternatively, 8 or more 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.
• Experience coordinating and managing test events in accordance with approved test plans, procedures, and scripts.
• Knowledge and skills to ensure test environments are set up accurately.
• Proficiency in developing test automation scripts using a scripting language such as Python or JavaScript; highly proficient in scripting languages including Java, Python, JavaScript, C#, C++, Go, TypeScript, or PHP.
• Hands-on experience with QA automation tools such as Selenium, JMeter, TestNG, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira, TestRail, Bugzilla, or HP ALM.
• Experience working in a SAFe or Agile environment; solid understanding of SDLC, Agile, Scrum, and DevOps practices.
• Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.
• Strong knowledge of cloud-based testing solutions such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience in 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.
• Ability to configure necessary hardware and operating environments for testing.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, including strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills; attention to detail and customer service orientation.
• Ability to take initiative, conduct independent research, work collaboratively, and learn new skills and client environments.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
• Must be able to receive a Security Clearance or Public Trust.

Nice To Haves

• Application Life Cycle Management tool experience, such as Jira.
• Experience working with the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
• Experience with medical claims X.12 transactions, such as 837, 835, and 277.
• Knowledge of medical claims processing applications.
• Experience working with accessibility testing tools.
• ISTQB certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and collaborate with developers and functional analysts to create test plans and manual and automated test scripts in accordance with VA-mandated testing 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 with 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.
• Create test reports and track problems and errors.
• Configure necessary hardware and operating environments for assigned testing.
• Stay updated on emerging QA tools, trends, and methodologies, and recommend technologies and best practices.

Benefits

• Health care plan (medical, dental, and vision).
• Retirement plan (401k, IRA).
• Life insurance (basic, voluntary, and AD&D).
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, and public holidays).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior