Lead Software Quality Engineer

Vizient, Inc; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 126,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan

Job summary

Vizient, Inc seeks a senior QA/Automation Engineer to lead test strategy and automation for enterprise applications in Irving, TX. The role emphasizes AI-driven automation, IDEAL collaboration with developers, and improving test coverage across systems.

A strong foundation in Java or C#, SQL, and ETL is required, with a focus on quality and scalable testing practices. The position offers telecommuting within commuting distance, a comprehensive benefits plan, and eligibility for incentive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Engineering or related field with 5 years progressive experience.
• 5 years of manual testing and test automation experience in Agile environments.
• Experience with Selenium automation tool and various frameworks.
• Programming experience in Java or C#/.NET.
• Database and ETL testing including data validation.
• Familiarity with SQL, ETL, and data quality practices.
• Knowledge of QA practices including black/white box testing and risk-based testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead creation of test cases, plans, and scripts based on requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Design and build automated test scripts/frameworks, including AI-driven automation solutions.
• Collaborate with developers to understand architecture, interfaces, and test environments.
• Utilize GIT and other source-control tools to support test development and deployment.
• Improve quality, reliability, and scalability by identifying defects and applying improvements.
• Develop automation at component and integration levels using data-driven and AI-assisted approaches.
• Create test strategies aligned with release planning and estimation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and metrics.
• Provide technical leadership by mentoring teammates and reviewing test artifacts.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, and business partners to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Test design

Test automation

Automation scripting

AI-driven testing

Selenium

Playwright

Java

SQL

Azure SQL

Python

Databricks Genie

GIT

Agile methodologies

QA practices

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science/Information Systems/Electronics Engineering or related field

Tools

Selenium

Playwright

Databricks Genie

GIT

Job description

When you're the best, we're the best. We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents while living and working as their authentic selves. We provide extensive opportunities for personal and professional development, building both employee competence and organizational capability to fuel exceptional performance through an inclusive environment both now and in the future.

DUTIES

• Lead creation of test cases, test plans, and test scripts based on defined requirements and acceptance criteria, and perform software testing, test automation, and quality assurance for enterprise applications.
• Design and build automated test scripts and frameworks, including implementing AI-driven and agentic automation solutions, using tools and technologies such as Selenium, Playwright, Java, SQL, Azure SQL, Python, Databricks Genie, and Agile methodologies.
• Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to understand application architecture, interfaces, and test environments, and ensure alignment with company tools and methodologies.
• Utilize experience with source control and configuration management tools, such as GIT, to support test development and deployment processes.
• Improve the quality, reliability, and scalability of software systems by identifying defects, recommending design improvements, and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Develop and implement automation solutions at component and integration levels to enhance testing efficiency, leveraging machine learning, AI, data-driven approaches, and agentic workflows where applicable.
• Analyze business and technical requirements to create comprehensive test strategies and support release planning and estimation activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement of testing processes, standards, and automation practices by evaluating test coverage, quality metrics, and incorporating AI-assisted development tools, such as GitHub Copilot, Codex, Databricks Genie, and agentic solution frameworks.
• Provide technical leadership by mentoring team members, reviewing test artifacts, and promoting best practices across teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architects, developers, and business partners to ensure high-quality deliverables and resolve complex issues through root cause analysis, using tools and technologies such as Agile for manual testing and test automation frameworks, SQL, Azure SQL, ETL, Selenium, Playwright, Java, C#, .NET, SSIS, GIT, JavaScript, Python, Databricks Genie, and agentic solutions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

This position requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electronics Engineering, or related field of study and 5 years related (progressive, post-baccalaureate) experience. Must also have 60 months ofexperience with each of the following: (1) Manual Testing and Test Automation frameworks in Agile, (2) SQL, ETL, and data validation for comprehensive testing including functional, integration, performance, and security testing, (3) Selenium automation tool with different frameworks, (4) Programming in Java or C# .NET, (5) Database and ETL testing, including validation of data transformations and data integrity, and (6) QA practices and methodologies, black box testing, white box testing, risk-based testing, system testing, regression testing, and exploratory testing practices. Experience may be gained concurrently.

Telecommuting from home office available within commuting distance from HQ in Irving, TX.

Salary: $125,611 to $179,000/year.

Full-time, position located in Irving, TX.

Visa sponsorship not available for this position.

This position is also incentive eligible.

Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan!

Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.

Working at Vizient means shaping the future of healthcare, every day.

Alongside our clients, we're building a healthier, more human healthcare system.

We connect people, data, and solutions to enable healthcare organizations to improve financial sustainability, enhance system performance, and deliver better care.

Headquartered in Irving, Texas, with 11 offices across the United States, Vizient has more than 5,000 employees who bring deep expertise and a shared commitment to transforming healthcare.

Together, we're solving some of the industry's most complex challenges while creating opportunities to learn, grow, and drive lasting change for healthcare organizations and the communities they serve.

Through our enterprise of companies, we deliver meaningful impact across the continuum of care: Apexus - The exclusive contractor for 340B Drug Pricing Program, managed by the Health Resources and Services Administration. aptitude - The industry's first online direct contracting market, supporting self-contracting activity between hospitals and suppliers. Kaufman Hall - Leading healthcare advisory services to support our clients in achieving financial, clinical, and operational excellence. Provista - Proven supply chain partner specializing in extended, diagnostic, and preventive care facilities, including surgery centers, home health, and senior living.