Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

Brooksource; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 93,676; Part time

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Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Richmond, Virginia seeks an experienced Automation QA Analyst. This role involves designing and executing automated test strategies for complex Java/JEE applications using ACCELQ. The ideal candidate should have strong QA experience and knowledge of Agile practices. Competitive pay range of $60-68/hr is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of QA experience with at least 3 years in test automation.
• Deep knowledge and experience with ACCELQ test automation tool.
• Solid knowledge of QA methodologies and Agile testing practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement test strategy for Java applications.
• Develop and maintain automated test cases using ACCELQ.
• Identify and document defects, collaborating for resolution.

Skills

ACCELQ experience

Test automation

Agile testing practices

Collaboration skills

Problem-solving mindset

Tools

ACCELQ

Jira

Zephyr

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This range is provided by Brooksource. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$60.00/hr - $68.00/hr

Richmond, Virginia, United States (On-site)

$60-68/HR DOE

Our client is looking for an experienced Automation QA Analyst to support the design, development, and execution of automated and manual test strategies for complex enterprise Java/JEE applications. This role focuses on designing and executing test automation strategies, integrating with CI/CD pipelines, and supporting modern Agile software delivery.

You’ll work closely with developers, product owners, and QA peers to embed quality into each sprint and drive test automation coverage across services and UI layers. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong ACCELQ experience and a deep understanding of modern testing practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement test strategy, scenarios, and test cases for Java-based applications.

• Develop, execute, and maintain automated test cases using ACCELQ to achieve comprehensive test

coverage.

• Identify, document, and track defects; collaborate with developers for issue resolution.

• Lead and architect test automation frameworks and reusable components.

• Support continuous testing practices integrated with Agile development and CI/CD pipelines.

• Define, implement, and report on test metrics and KPIs.

• Provide guidance and mentoring to QA team members and ensure adherence to automation standards.

• Perform manual testing for stories/defects/tasks as required.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years of QA experience with at least 3 years in test automation.

• Deep knowledge and experience with ACCELQ test automation tool—including building Actions,

Scenarios, and data-driven tests.

• Solid knowledge of QA methodologies, SDLC/STLC, and Agile testing practices.

• Experience in testing Java/JEE enterprise applications, including web services and UI testing.

• Familiarity with test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira, Zephyr.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in SQL/PLSQL for database validation.• Knowledge of CI/CD integration for automation

• Experience with performance and load testing tools is a plus.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Previous experience in Agile environments (Scrum/Kanban/Scrumban).

• Exposure to containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes) and test environments in the cloud.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication.

• Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.

• Collaborative and team-oriented; able to coordinate with developers, BAs, and stakeholders.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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