QA Automation Engineer

Talon Professional Services; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 82,656 - 117,096; Full time

Job summary

Talon Professional Services is seeking a QA Automation Engineer for a contract role in a hybrid onsite setting in Jersey City, NJ. You will develop and execute automated tests to ensure software quality, leveraging Playwright, Selenium, and API testing techniques.

The ideal candidate has strong Java programming, SQL data validation, experience with AWS, and a proven ability to drive testing initiatives with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Proficient in QA automation testing methodologies and tools.
• Strong Java programming skills with Selenium experience.
• SQL for data validation and testing.
• Experience automating UI and API tests with Playwright and Selenium.
• Familiarity with API testing including GraphQL.
• Knowledge of AWS cloud environment.
• Able to work independently and drive testing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute automated tests to ensure software quality.
• Lead test automation efforts and contribute to test strategy.
• Collaborate with developers and QA to improve test coverage and efficiency.

Skills

QA automation testing

Java

Selenium

SQL

UI automation

API automation

GraphQL

AWS

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Playwright

Selenium

Job description

Workplace Type: Hybrid-2 Days Onsite (Jersey City, NJ)

Employment Type: Contract (6 months)

Overview:

We are seeking a skilled QA Automation Engineer to join a dynamic team on a contract basis. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing and executing automated tests to ensure the quality and reliability of complex software systems. This opportunity is ideal for professionals who excel in test automation, scripting, and leveraging emerging AI tools to enhance testing efficiency. If you thrive in a collaborative yet autonomous environment, this is your chance to make an impactful contribution to a progressive organization.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in QA automation testing methodologies and tools
• Strong programming skills in Java, with experience in Selenium
• Expertise in SQL for data validation and testing
• Experience in UI and API automation, including tools like Playwright and Selenium
• Familiarity with API testing, including GraphQL
• Knowledge of AWS cloud environment
• Ability to work independently and drive testing initiatives with minimal supervision

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with TypeScript and Python scripting
• Familiarity with AI-assisted testing tools such as GitHub Copilot and large language models (LLMs)
• Experience in utilizing AI tools to optimize test automation and design

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field
• Prior experience in a similar QA automation role, ideally on contract projects lasting 6 months

Other Requirements:

• Must be comfortable working in a hybrid onsite environment with 2 days per week onsite
• Candidates should be prepared to join immediately