Senior Test Automation Engineer (Desktop Application Testing Only)

Connect Tech+Talent; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech consulting firm is seeking a Senior Test Automation Engineer to lead automation efforts for desktop applications in Austin, TX. You will design, plan, and implement test strategies while ensuring compliance with election certification standards. The role requires strong expertise in automated testing frameworks and tools like Python, with a commitment to mentoring junior QA engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Experience in automation for non-web-based systems.
• Strong knowledge of standard QA and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of automated and manual test strategies.
• Architect, develop, and maintain automation test frameworks.
• Generate formal test reports and provide actionable recommendations.

Skills

QA Methodologies

Automation Testing

Python

Agile Development

Analysis

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Quality Center

JIRA

Job description

Senior Test Automation Engineer (Desktop Applications)

Senior Test Automation Engineer (Desktop Applications)

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Lead the design, planning, and implementation of automated and manual test strategies across client/server, desktop, and workstation-based applications, with selective coordination and integration with device-level components where applicable.

Develop detailed test plans, test cases, test data, and test configurations

Support QA project schedules and plans with a focus on automation deliverables and milestones

Ensure all testing aligns with federal and state election certification requirements

Architect, develop, and maintain scalable automation test frameworks using UFT/QTP, Python, and similar tools

Create and enhance data-driven frameworks using CSV/Excel, SQL Server, and XML

Implement keyword and behavior-driven layers to enable easier test creation by QA members

Develop internal utilities, plugins, or scripts to integrate the QA framework with client’s applications

Design comprehensive automated and manual test cases covering functional, load, performance, and security scenarios

Integrate test executions into Jenkins pipelines for automated build-triggered testing

Manage end-to-end execution of automated and manual test cases, log defects, requirements, and results in HP Quality Center

Integrate results into real-time dashboards and implement test coverage metrics

Execute functional, load, performance, scalability and security tests for client’s product suite.

Provide and manage virtualized test environments (VMware) to validate multiple configurations

Analyze execution trends (defect density, flakiness, execution times) to optimize test suites

Generate formal test reports and provide actionable recommendations for process and product improvements

Mentor and guide junior QA engineers; cultivate a positive, growth-oriented team culture

Collaborate effectively with leadership and cross-functional teams to align testing with product/business goals

Participate in requirement and documentation reviews, offering feedback for improved testability

Continuously evaluate and optimize test processes, tools, and frameworks

Stay current on emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends in automation

Research and prototype new approaches to improve testing efficiency and coverage

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Required Skills and Experience:

Strong knowledge of standard QA and Agile development methodologies, with the ability to creatively and efficiently plan, organize, and execute independent verification and validation of product functionality, including load, performance, and security testing, and report results

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical software requirements, specifications

Senior-level proficiency in both manual and automated testing, including test strategy, planning, execution, defect tracking, and reporting

Proficiency with test management/ALM tools such as Quality Center, JIRA, or equivalent

Experience in automation for non-web-based systems, including desktop and N-tier client-server applications. Candidates with experience limited to web testing may not be a good fit for this role.

Expertise in automation test frameworks, scripting (e.g., Python, VBScript, C#), and tools

Test automation scripting experience should include automation test design, framework design, heavy scripting experience and not just record and play

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and documentation skills

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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