QA Tester - Mid-Level

Randstad Digital Americas; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Digital Americas seeks a Mobile QA/Test Automation Engineer for a hybrid role based in Austin, TX. The position focuses on developing and maintaining automated test suites for iOS and Android, and coordinating QA activities across onshore and offshore teams.

You will design test plans, execute manual and automated tests, and mentor teammates on testing strategies, tools, and Agile practices while ensuring quality across releases. Visa candidates welcome.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3-5 years mobile application testing (iOS/Android) with 3+ years in test automation.
• Strong proficiency with Appium for mobile test automation.
• Hands-on coding in Java or other object-oriented languages.
• Working knowledge of XCUI (iOS) and/or Espresso (Android).
• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (JIRA, Zephyr, or similar).
• Agile/Scrum methodologies and ceremonies.
• CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Test Development & Quality Assurance across mobile platforms.
• Design and maintain automated test suites using Appium; leverage XCUI/Espresso suites.
• Execute manual and automated tests including post-deployment and regression testing.
• Document and track defects with clear reproduction steps; escalate critical issues.
• Lead, mentor and coach team on testing strategies and Agile best practices.
• Coordinate QA activities between onshore and offshore teams.

Skills

Appium

Java

Test automation

QA

Agile

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

JIRA

Zephyr

Job description

Job Summary

Hybrid - 4 days onsite / 5th day remote. Candidate can pick their remote day.

Primary Work Location - Austin, TX / Secondary work locations - Westlake or Southlake, TX

Manager is open to visa candidates

Key Responsibilities

• Test Development & Quality Assurance
• Design and maintain automated test suites using Appium; leverage existing XCUI (iOS) and Espresso (Android) suites
• Execute manual and automated tests across mobile platforms, including post-deployment and regression testing
• Document and track defects with clear reproduction steps, escalating critical issues promptly
• Leadership, Strategy & Continuous Improvement
• Develop subject matter expertise in the mobile experiences managed by the team
• Analyze complex quality challenges and develop strategic solutions independently
• Create comprehensive test plans for functional, regression, and smoke testing
• Coordinate QA activities between onshore and offshore teams to maintain seamless workflow
• Mentor and coach team members on testing strategies, tools, and Agile best practices
• Track quality metrics (test coverage, defect trends) and ensure features meet business requirements
• Enhance testing processes, frameworks, and methodologies while promoting continuous improvement
• Agile Collaboration & Communication
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, managers, and TPMs during scrum ceremonies to define acceptance criteria, clarify requirements, and identify quality risks
• Lead daily stand-ups and provide timely updates on testing progress, release readiness, and concerns to manager
• Proactively communicate quality risks to stakeholders and maintain up-to-date card statuses throughout sprints
• Represent the team at Release meetings and other events requiring QA status updates

Required Qualifications

• Strong proficiency with Appium for mobile test automation
• Hands-on coding in Java or other object-oriented languages
• Working knowledge of XCUI (iOS) and/or Espresso (Android)
• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (JIRA, Zephyr, or similar)
• Agile/Scrum methodologies and ceremonies
• Mobile development lifecycles (iOS/Android)
• CI/CD practices
• BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3-5 years mobile application testing (iOS/Android) with 3+ years in test automation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with strategic thinking ability
• Excellent verbal and written communication across technical and non-technical audiences
• Proven ability to coordinate geographically distributed teams
• Self-motivated; works effectively both independently and collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications

• AI coding assistants (GitHub Copilot, Cursor) for test development
• Performance testing tools and methodologies
• Security testing and data compliance requirements
• Financial services or trading platform experience
• Kotlin and/or Swift programming languages
• Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers

Skills

Appium,iOS,test automation,defect tracking tools,CI/CD,Computer Science,JIRA,Java,Mobile development,mobile application,object-oriented languages,Hands-on coding,test management,Excellent verbal and written communication,coordinate,Strong analytical and problem-solving skills,Proactively,Self-motivated,independently,strategic thinking,acceptance criteria,Process Knowledge,QA,testing

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

Randstad Digital

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Job Details

location: Austin, Texas

job type: Contract

salary: $41.93 - 44.93 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.