Senior QA Automation Engineer

Inherent Technologies; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Inherent Technologies is seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer to lead automation efforts using Java and Selenium across multiple platforms. The role requires strong API and UI testing skills and collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet project milestones.

The candidate will design, implement, and maintain automated test scripts, mentor juniors, and ensure high-quality software delivery through robust test practices and timely progress reporting.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Java-based test automation using Selenium.
• Hands-on experience designing and executing Selenium test scripts.
• Strong knowledge of API automation testing and REST APIs.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead test planning, design, and execution for projects involving Selenium and Java.
• Develop automation scripts using Selenium and Java to enhance test efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to identify testing requirements and ensure alignment with project milestones.
• Perform root cause analysis on testing defects and provide recommendations for resolution.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members in implementing Selenium and Java testing best practices.
• Monitor and report on testing progress, issues, and risks to project stakeholders.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and advancements in Selenium and Java automation testing.

Skills

Java programming

Automation testing

API testing

UI testing

REST APIs & microservices

SQL testing

Agile Scrum

Tools

Selenium WebDriver

Rest Assured

TestNG

JUnit

Maven

Git

Jenkins

Job description

Position: Senior QA Automation Engineer

Location: Oakland, CA / Rancho Cordova, CA or Alpharetta, GA *Hybrid (2 Days in-office) *

Duration: 1 Years

Required Skills: Core Java Rest Assured Selenium WebDriver TestNG / JUnit API Automation Testing UI Automation Testing REST APIs & Microservices SQL & Database Testing Maven, Git, Jenkins Agile / Scrum

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the test planning, design, and execution phases for projects involving selenium and java.
• Develop and implement automation scripts using selenium and java to enhance test efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to identify testing requirements and ensure alignment with project milestones.
• Perform root cause analysis on testing defects and provide recommendations for resolution.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members in implementing selenium and java testing best practices.
• Monitor and report on testing progress, issues, and risks to project stakeholders.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and advancements in selenium and java automation testing.

Skill Requirements

• Proficiency in selenium automation testing framework.
• Strong programming skills in java for test automation.
• Handson experience in designing and executing selenium test scripts.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies and best practices.
• Familiarity with ci/cd pipelines and version control systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills.