QA Automation Engineer (W2 Only )(Any Visa Except H1B)

CloudIngest; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

CloudIngest is seeking a QA Automation Engineer with banking/financial services experience to join a high-performing QA team. The role focuses on test automation, API testing, SQL, and Java/Python, with collaboration across developers, BAs, and DevOps in an Agile setting.

Design and maintain automation frameworks, execute automated tests, and ensure scalable, maintainable test suites within CI/CD pipelines.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Selenium automation frameworks.
• Proficient in Karate framework and Postman for API testing.
• Strong knowledge of combinatorial test design using IGNITE and Hexawise.
• Programming experience in Java or Python.
• Experience with API integration testing in Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks for web and API apps.
• Create and execute automated test scripts using Selenium, Karate, and Postman.
• Perform API testing and validate backend data with SQL queries.
• Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines with Agile teams.
• Analyze results, identify defects, and drive resolution with dev teams.

Skills

Selenium Automation Frameworks

Karate Framework

Postman

Combinatorial Test Design

IGNITE

Hexawise

Java

Python

API Integration Testing

Agile/Scrum

Tools

Selenium

Karate

Postman

SQL

Job description

NOTE: Prior Banking or Financial or Payment domain experience needed.

Job Title: QA Automation Engineer

Rate: $38/hr on W2 Max..!(W2 Only)

Duration: 6-12 Month Contract (High Possibility of Extension)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer with a strong background in Banking/Financial Services to join a high-performing QA team supporting enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in test automation, API testing, SQL, and Java/Python, with expertise in modern automation frameworks and test design methodologies. This role requires working closely with developers, business analysts, and DevOps teams to ensure high-quality software delivery in an Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks for web and API applications.
• Create and execute automated test scripts using Selenium, Karate, and other automation tools.
• Perform API testing using Postman and Karate Framework.
• Develop optimized test scenarios using combinatorial testing techniques such as IGNITE and Hexawise.
• Validate backend data using SQL queries.
• Execute API integration and end-to-end testing across enterprise applications.
• Collaborate with Agile teams to integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and work closely with development teams for resolution.
• Ensure automation coverage, scalability, and maintainability of test suites.
• Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and release activities.

Required Skills

• Hands-on experience with Selenium Automation Frameworks.
• Expertise in Karate Framework and Postman for API testing.
• Knowledge of Combinatorial Test Design using IGNITE and Hexawise.
• Programming experience in Java or Python.
• Hands-on experience with API Integration Testing.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.