QA automation lead

JRD Systems; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Dearborn seeks a Senior DevOps/Platform Engineer. This contract role involves leading automation testing efforts, collaborating on test strategies, and leveraging tools like Selenium and Jira. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of QA experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as QA test lead.
• 2+ years of automation experience with Selenium.
• 2+ years of SQL experience.
• Experience with BDD using Cucumber.
• Experience coding in Java.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Jira.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects concurrently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with application teams to implement test strategies.
• Create and execute detailed manual test cases.
• Lead offshore resources in testing.
• Use tools to test UI and API levels.
• Triage defects and issues.

Skills

Automation testing

Selenium

SQL

BDD using Cucumber

Java programming

Agile methodology

Jira

Verbal and written communication

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior DevOps/Platform Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in infrastructure automation, TTest.

Lead / Automation engineer leading the AI Scheduler testing effort. Job will consist of:

• Reporting and lead duties
• Developing and documenting test cases
• Reporting to Project and business owners
• Automation test development and execution
• Manual Testing

Essential Job Functions

• Collaborates with the internal application teams to develop, recommend and implement test strategies which will include both manual and automated testing
• Create and execute detailed manual test cases from information as related to functional requirements and technical specifications documentation to assure quality and accuracy.
• Lead offshore resources both in automated and manual testing
• Use appropriate tools to test at both the UI and the API level
• Lead and oversee the triage of defects and issues.
• Participate in daily stand‑ups with project team as part of the agile methodology.
• Create appropriate test cases within TestRail Test Management tool.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain technology expertise, keeping current with evolving testing tools, techniques, and strategies to improve the overall testing efficiency, processes, and best practices.
• Maintain a focus on customer‑service, efficiency, quality, and growth.
• Safeguard the company's assets.
• Adhere to the company's compliance program.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of industry standards, methodologies, processes, and best practices.

Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements

• Must have 5+ years of experience as QA test lead.
• Must have 2+ years of automation experience with Selenium.
• Must have 2+ years of SQL experience.
• Experience with BDD using Cucumber.
• Experience coding in Java.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of Jira.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment. Expectations include a high level of initiative and a strong commitment to job knowledge, productivity, and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid software engineering skills — participated in full lifecycle development on large projects.
• Must have the ability to self‑manage and prioritize work schedule per business needs.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Contract

Job Function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting