Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

Dahl Consulting; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with 6% match

Bonuses

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

On-site café

Fitness center access

Walking trails

Job summary

Dahl Consulting in Pleasant Prairie, WI, is seeking a Quality Assurance Automation Engineer to design and maintain automated testing solutions for web, API, and mobile apps. You will work with software developers, product teams, and QA professionals to implement scalable Playwright frameworks and drive reliability and performance improvements.

The role emphasizes CI/CD integration, data-driven quality decisions, and collaboration across teams, with a permanent/direct-hire arrangement and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/SE or related field.
• 4+ years QA automation or software test automation.
• 2+ years hands-on Playwright experience.
• Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript; SQL, Git, Agile.
• Experience with Azure DevOps or similar CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for web, API, and mobile apps using Playwright.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to establish QA automation best practices and test cases.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing and rapid feedback.
• Execute automated and manual testing, analyze results, and troubleshoot defects with developers.
• Document automation frameworks, strategies, and outcomes with data-driven recommendations.

Skills

QA Automation

JavaScript

TypeScript

API testing

SQL

Git

Azure DevOps

Agile

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Playwright

Job description

Title

Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

Location

Pleasant Prairie, WI

Job Type

Permanent/Direct-Hire

Compensation

$82,500 - $120,000 annually

Industry

Wholesale & Distribution

About the Role

Our firm is recruiting on behalf of a leading North American distribution and e-commerce organization that supports complex technology platforms serving customers, operations, and internal business functions. This role offers the opportunity to help advance quality engineering practices by developing scalable automated testing solutions that improve software reliability, performance, and user experience across web, API, and mobile applications. As a Quality Assurance Automation Engineer, you will work closely with software developers, product teams, and QA professionals to design and maintain automated testing frameworks, integrate testing within CI/CD pipelines, and drive continuous improvement in software quality.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test suites for web, API, and mobile applications using Playwright. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to establish QA automation best practices and create comprehensive test cases that enhance application reliability and performance. Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous testing and rapid feedback throughout the software development lifecycle. Execute automated and manual testing activities, analyze results, and partner with development teams to troubleshoot and resolve defects. Document automation frameworks, test strategies, and testing outcomes, providing data-driven recommendations for quality improvements. Contribute to ongoing enhancements of testing processes, tools, and quality assurance standards.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related technical field. 4+years of experience in QA Automation Engineering or Software Test Automation. 2+years of hands‑on experience developing and maintaining test automation solutions using Playwright. Experience programming with JavaScript and TypeScript. Understanding of software testing methodologies and automation best practices. Working knowledge of SQL, API testing, Git version control, and Agile development methodologies. Experience using Azure DevOps or a similar test management, work tracking, or CI/CD platform. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and testing results to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Preferred: Experience testing mobile applications and modern web platforms. Experience building and maintaining automated testing within enterprise‑scale environments. Knowledge of CI/CD tools and continuous quality engineering practices. Familiarity with performance, regression, and end‑to‑end testing strategies. Experience working within cloud‑based development environments. Relevant software testing or automation certifications.

Benefits

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including full health insurance and a 401(k) plan with a 6% employer match starting on day one. Employees enjoy multiple bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and generous paid time off. Professional growth is supported through a Tuition Assistance Program that covers continuing education. Additional perks include access to an on‑site café, a premium fitness center with complimentary personal trainers, and over four miles of scenic walking trails.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!