Senior QA Automation Engineer TECHEAD

Techead; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 69,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

TECHEAD is seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer for a 6-month contract in Richmond, VA, with remote work options. The role focuses on test strategy, automation framework development, and ongoing quality improvement in an agile environment.

Candidates should bring strong expertise in Selenium and JMeter, plus hands-on automation and performance testing experience. The position offers a 6-month contract with potential renewal and may require occasional in-person meetings.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software quality assurance experience.
• 4+ years of test automation experience.
• Experience with SDLC and QA methodologies.
• Knowledge of performance, security, and endurance testing.

Responsibilities

• Define the QA and automation strategy for the project.
• Identify test scope, types of testing, and automation feasibility.
• Evaluate tech stack and recommend automation frameworks/tools.
• Establish quality metrics and oversee automated testing.
• Create and execute automated tests and develop scripts.

Skills

QA automation

Selenium

JMeter

Java

Python

Test strategy

Agile/Scrum

Performance testing

Test planning

Code review

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / related

Masters degree (preferred)

Tools

Selenium

JMeter

Automation frameworks

Job description

Always Connecting, Always Evolving.

TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Contract position – Senior QA Automation Engineer / Richmond VA – (JOB-22761). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years!

You can find more about our team and values by checking us out at TECHEAD.com or on Glassdoor.

Job Details:

Title: Senior QA Automation Engineer
Location: Richmond, VA
Compensation: $50.00 – $53.00 /per Hour
Work Type: Contract
Work Location: Remote

Job Description:

Contract: 6 Months, 6 month renewal (Max 12 months)
REMOTE: May request to come in for meetings occasionally
Live within 1-2 hours Driving distance to Richmond, VA.

We are seeking to fill an open position for a Senior Quality Assurance Automation Engineer within our Disposition Modernization Project team. In this role the candidate will provide technical, quality leadership and guidance to the project and resources that are assigned, by working with the project team to develop test strategy, plans, test cases, automation test scripts, and test executions. Contributing to and helping maintain the quality assurance testing framework for various types of testing (functional, system integration, performance, endurance, security etc.). Operating in an agile software delivery methodology focused on testing new features within an iteration and providing near immediate feedback through quality assurance test automation.

Responsibilities

• Define the overall quality assurance and automation strategy for the project.
• Identify test scope, types of testing, and automation feasibility.
• Evaluate the tech stack and recommend automation frameworks, tools, and architecture.
• Establish quality metrics (test coverage, defect leakage, pass rate, stability indicators).
• Oversee and participate in creating, designing, and executing automated tests by creating scripts that run testing functions automatically.
• Determine the priority for test scenarios and create execution plans to implement these scenarios.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are the essential, non-negotiable requirements, must meet to be considered for the position.

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in software quality assurance.
• 4+ years of experience using test automation technologies.
• A bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in software testing methodologies, test planning, and execution strategies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Knowledge of industry best practices in quality assurance.
• Experience in guiding and coaching junior and mid-level QA team members.
• Expertise in designing and optimizing performance tests.
• Ability to recommend and implement performance testing strategies.
• Proven experience with Selenium and JMeter.
• Experience with scripting and programming languages relevant to Selenium and JMeter (e.g. Java, Python, TypeScript).
• Capability to review and enhance code quality in automated scripts.
• Experience in creating strategic test plans aligned with overall project objectives and business goals.
• Ability to define and execute comprehensive testing strategies.
• Familiarity with industry trends and emerging technologies in QA.
• Strong collaboration skills to work closely with development, product management, and other cross-functional teams.
• Expertise in managing complex test environments and ensuring their stability and reliability.
• Proficient in defining and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) for testing processes.
• Ability to generate comprehensive test reports for management.

Preferred qualifications are desirable but non-mandatory job skills, experience, or education ideal to stand out.

• 12+ years of hands-on experience in software quality assurance.
• 8+ years of experience using test automation technologies.
• A masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of industry best practices in quality assurance.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead and mentor a team of QA professionals.
• Proficient in designing and implementing robust and scalable automation frameworks.
• Ability to make strategic decisions regarding the selection and implementation of automation tools and frameworks.
• Proven experience with mock frameworks (e.g., Mockito, JMockit).
• In-depth knowledge of scripting and programming languages relevant to Selenium and JMeter (e.g. Java, Python, TypeScript).
• Proven ability to identify and assess project risks related to quality and testing.
• Experience in implementing risk mitigation strategies.
• Proactive in identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing changes.
• Ability to communicate testing insights effectively to diverse stakeholders.

TECHEAD’s mission is to make our on‑site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won’t strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

For more information on TECHEAD please visit www.techead.com.

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