Sr. QA Automation Engineer

TEKsystems; South Sioux City (NE); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer to drive enterprise-wide automation initiatives, designing, building, and scaling automation frameworks for web-based and cloud applications supporting policy, claims, and billing operations.

This fully remote role includes quarterly onsite travel to South Sioux City, NE, with standard CST business hours and opportunities to mentor junior engineers and shape automation standards across the organization.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on QA automation experience.
• Experience building and maintaining automation frameworks from the ground up.
• Experience developing test automation solutions, internal tools, and automation utilities.
• Strong experience testing web-based and cloud-based applications.
• Programming in Java and Python.
• Experience with Selenium and browser-based test automation.
• Independent and proactive project driver.
• Strong communication and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and enhance scalable automation frameworks for enterprise applications.
• Develop and maintain automated testing solutions and internal tools.
• Support large-scale business transformation initiatives through automation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous delivery.

Skills

Java

Python

Selenium

Playwright

Automation frameworks

Tools

Selenium WebDriver

Playwright

Guidewire knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Our client in the insurance industry is seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer to help drive enterprise-wide automation initiatives and support ongoing business transformation efforts. This is a highly impactful role focused on designing, building, and scaling automation frameworks for web-based and cloud-based applications that support policy, claims, and billing operations.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys building automation solutions from the ground up, influencing best practices, and partnering with both technical and business teams to identify opportunities for process improvement. As a Senior member of a growing automation team, you will play a key role in shaping automation standards, mentoring junior resources, and helping the organization improve quality, efficiency, and scalability across the enterprise.

This is a fully remote position with quarterly onsite travel expectations and potential additional visits based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and enhance scalable automation frameworks for enterprise applications.
• Develop and maintain automated testing solutions, internal tools, and quality engineering best practices.
• Support large-scale business transformation initiatives through automation and process optimization.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, process engineers, and technical teams to identify automation opportunities.
• Analyze current workflows and recommend improvements that increase efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Implement automation solutions that align with business objectives and technical standards.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery initiatives.
• Mentor and guide a junior automation engineer while helping establish team processes and standards.
• Contribute to the growth and expansion of the automation practice across the organization.
• Operate independently, taking ownership of automation initiatives from concept through implementation.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on QA automation experience.
• Proven experience building and maintaining automation frameworks from the ground up.
• Experience developing test automation solutions, internal tools, and automation utilities.
• Strong experience testing web-based and cloud-based applications.
• Programming experience in Java.
• Programming experience in Python.
• Experience with Selenium and browser-based test automation.
• Ability to work independently and proactively drive projects forward.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills working across technical and business teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Guidewire-related policy, claims, or billing applications. This individual will not be hands-on Guidewire code, but would be good to have knowledge/understanding of it.
• Experience with Playwright. The company is beginning to look further into Playwright, having this experience could allow the individual into more business driven conversations.
• Experience supporting enterprise automation or digital transformation initiatives.
• Prior experience mentoring or leading junior team members.
• Experience helping establish automation standards, frameworks, and best practices.

Project Initiatives & Business Impact

This role is critical to the organization's broader transformation strategy. The selected candidate will help:

• Modernize and expand enterprise automation capabilities.
• Improve software quality and release confidence through scalable test automation.
• Reduce manual effort across technology and business processes.
• Drive operational efficiency through intelligent automation solutions.
• Support the adoption of modern development and delivery practices.
• Establish a foundation for a growing automation team and long-term automation strategy.
• Influence process improvements across multiple business functions and technology platforms.

Work Environment

• 100% remote position.
• Quarterly onsite travel required, with potential additional travel based on business needs.
• Standard business hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM CST.
• Casual, collaborative work environment.
• Join a small but expanding automation team with opportunities for leadership and long-term growth.
• Interview will be conducted onsite in South Sioux City, NE. Initial screening may be remote, but final rounds will require onsite at their office location.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of South Sioux City, NE.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• 37.5-hour workweek that emphasizes work-life balance rather than a traditional 40+ hour schedule.
• Hybrid work options, with nearly 90% of employees eligible to work 3 days in the office and 2 days remotely.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits focused on employee and family well-being.
• Financial wellness programs, including investment and savings opportunities to support long-term financial success.
• Training and career development, including mentorship programs, extensive training, and tuition/educational assistance.
• Community involvement opportunities that encourage employees to give back through local and regional service initiatives.
• Relocation assistance for eligible exempt employees moving from outside a 50-mile radius of a company location.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of South Sioux City, NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.