QA Automation Engineer

Compunnel, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software quality firm based in Texas is looking for a QA Automation Engineer to design and develop automated testing solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in QA and test automation, with strong skills in Selenium and defect management tools. Responsibilities include creating test scripts, executing testing strategies, and maintaining documentation. This role requires creativity and the ability to manage complex tasks independently.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in QA and test automation.
• Strong experience designing automated tests and writing automation scripts.
• Ability to manage complex testing tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated test scripts for various tests.
• Create execution plans and implement testing strategies.
• Independently perform manual and automated testing.

Skills

Test automation

Selenium with Java

Defect management tools

Creativity

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Xray

Zephyr

TestRail

Job description

The QA Automation Engineer will design, develop, and execute automated tests to support software quality across systems and integrations.

This role involves creating automated test scripts, prioritizing test scenarios, defining execution strategies, and developing documentation for automated processes.

The engineer will work independently, leveraging extensive experience to plan, accomplish goals, and manage complex testing tasks with creativity and technical judgment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated test scripts to support functional, integration, and regression testing.
• Create test execution plans, determine scenario priorities, and implement automated testing strategies.
• Develop and maintain documentation for automated processes and testing standards.
• Independently perform manual and automated testing tasks across complex systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify defects, track issues, and ensure quality across releases.
• Utilize defect management and test management tools to support test execution and reporting.
• Apply judgment and expertise to troubleshoot automation issues and optimize test frameworks.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in QA and test automation, with the ability to independently manage complex testing tasks.
• Strong experience designing automated tests and writing automation scripts using Selenium with Java or similar tools.
• Experience with defect management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms.
• Experience using test management tools such as Xray, Zephyr, or TestRail.
• Ability to apply judgment, creativity, and autonomy in planning and executing test activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8 years of manual testing experience (e.g., system testing, system integration testing, UAT).
• Proficient in writing test plans, test cases, and other testing documentation.
• Experience with automation strategy design and framework enhancements.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.