QA Automation Engineer (Mobile Testing)

Actalent; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA (Health Spending Account)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a QA Automation Engineer to support a smart home security camera product line. This contract role is fully on-site in North Reading, MA, with 9 to 5, Monday–Friday, and offers comprehensive benefits.

You will execute manual E2E tests across web, mobile, and device apps and build automated tests with Appium in Java or Python, leveraging AI/GenAI tools for test generation and defect triage. 2+ years of QA experience required.

Qualifications

• Appium automation required using Java or Python.
• Hands-on use of AI/GenAI tools within QA workflows.
• Mobile end-to-end testing on Android and iOS.
• 2+ years of QA experience.
• Detail-oriented with ability to independently execute E2E test cycles.
• Proactive defect identification and tracking.
• Experience with both manual and automated QA testing.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual end-to-end test cases across web, mobile, and device applications.
• Build and maintain automated E2E tests using Appium with Java or Python.
• Use AI/GenAI tools for test case generation, automation development, and defect triage.
• Log and track defects and verify fixes.
• Support regression testing cycles.
• Partner with QA and development teams on release readiness.

Skills

Appium

Java

Python

AI/GenAI in QA

End-to-End Testing

Mobile Testing

Manual and Automated QA

Defect Tracking

Tools

AWS

TestRail

CI/CD tools

Version control systems

Job description

Job Description

Below are some details about the position:

• BENEFITS: YES
• PAY: $40-45 an hour depending on experience
• SCHEDULE & ENVIRONMENT: Fully On-site. Monday through Friday, 9 to 5pm.
• DURATION: 6 month contract with potential for extension

Overview

The role supports a smart home security camera product line. The team is responsible for end-to-end quality assurance across web, mobile, and device platforms with a focus on test automation.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual end-to-end test cases across web, mobile, and device applications.
• Build and maintain automated E2E tests using Appium with Java or Python.
• Use AI/GenAI tools for test case generation, automation development, and defect triage.
• Log and track defects and verify fixes.
• Support regression testing cycles.
• Partner with QA and development teams on release readiness.

MUST HAVES

• Appium automation experience using Java or Python
• Hands‑on use of AI/GenAI tools within QA workflows
• Mobile end‑to‑end testing experience on both Android and iOS
• 2+ years of QA experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to independently execute E2E test cycles
• Proactive defect identification and tracking
• Experience with both manual and automated QA testing

NICE TO HAVES

• TestRail
• CI/CD tools
• Version control systems
• AWS cloud testing environments

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of North Reading, MA.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay range: $40.00 - $45.00/hr.
• The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in North Reading, MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News‑Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Skills

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Android, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Automation Engineering, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Candidate Screening, Cloud Computing, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Design Services, Detail Oriented, Genetics, Java, Legal, Mobile Applications, Mobile Devices, Python Programming/Scripting Language, QA Partner Testing Software, Quality Assurance, Regression Testing, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Technical/Engineering Design, Test Automation, Test Case, Test Tools, Testing, Web Testing, iOS