Test Automation Consultant-Federal

ZipStaff Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) + 401(k) matching

Paid time off

Referral Program

Job summary

ZipStaff Inc. is seeking a Test Automation Consultant to lead a large-scale TOSCA automation effort for an ITAR / Federal project. The role supports a global technology services firm and focuses on SAP and non-SAP applications across GUI, web, and mobile environments.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on TOSCA Dex administration, strong automation framework experience, and CI/CD practices. U.S. citizens only due to ITAR requirements; remote work with a preferred 3 days per week on-site in

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale TOSCA test automation implementations for SAP and non-SAP applications.
• Hands-on experience with TOSCA Dex administration, configuration, customization, and upgrades.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (C#, .NET, or Java) and familiarity with API automation.
• Experience with Continuous Integration / Continuous Testing practices, script creation, defect triage, and reporting.
• Experience with TestDevops management/analysis tools (qTest Manager, HP ALM, ADO, Rally, LiveCompare, or similar).
• Experience working in hybrid/Agile methodologies.
• U.S. Citizen only (ITAR / Federal project requirement).
• Ability to work remotely with preferred 3-day on-site presence in Raleigh, NC.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale implementation of TOSCA test automation for SAP and non-SAP applications (GUI, Web-based, Fiori, client-server, and mobile).
• Provide guidance to the team on automation frameworks and third-party tools for TOSCA.
• Evaluate systems and applications to determine candidates for test automation.
• Design and execute test automation scripts, support CI/CD practices, defect triage and results reporting.
• Design test data management through automation for creation and maintenance using framework accelerators.
• Achieve high test case automation coverage through active test case candidate review programs.
• Stay current with industry standards and perform POCs to implement new changes.
• Perform hands-on TOSCA Dex administration, configuration, customization, and upgrade activities.
• Collaborate with multiple partners and exhibit strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Skills

TOSCA test automation

Programming: C# / .NET / Java

CI/CD familiarity

Communication skills

Agile methodologies

Tools

TOSCA Dex administration

API automation

qTest Manager

HP ALM

Azure DevOps (ADO)

Rally

LiveCompare

Job description

Job Title:

Test Automation Consultant – ITAR / Federal Project

Location:

Raleigh, NC (Remote – 3 days on-site preferred)

Employment Type:

Contract (W2 through ZipStaff — No C2C or 1099)

About the Opportunity:

ZipStaff is seeking a Test Automation Consultant to lead large-scale test automation implementation for an ITAR / Federal project supporting a global technology services firm.

This role focuses on TOSCA test automation across SAP and non-SAP applications, providing guidance to the team while working closely under the guidance of a Test Manager. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with automation testing frameworks, third-party tools for TOSCA, Continuous Integration / Continuous Testing practices, and the ability to drive high test coverage in complex enterprise environments. U.S. Citizens only due to ITAR requirements. This is a remote role with preferred on-site presence in Raleigh, NC (3 days per week preferred).

What You’ll Do:

• Lead large-scale implementation of TOSCA test automation for SAP and non-SAP applications (GUI, Web-based, Fiori, client-server, and mobile).
• Provide guidance to the team on automation frameworks and third-party tools for TOSCA.
• Evaluate systems and applications to determine candidates for test automation.
• Design and execute test automation scripts, support Continuous Integration / Continuous Development / Continuous Testing practices, and perform defect triage and results reporting.
• Design test data management through automation for creation and maintenance using framework accelerators.
• Achieve high test case automation coverage through active test case candidate review programs.
• Stay current with industry standards and perform POCs to implement new changes.
• Perform hands-on TOSCA Dex administration, configuration, customization, and upgrade activities.
• Collaborate with multiple partners and exhibit strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong experience leading or contributing to large-scale TOSCA test automation implementations for SAP and non-SAP applications.
• Hands-on experience with TOSCA Dex administration, configuration, customization, and upgrades.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (C#, .NET, or Java) and familiarity with API automation.
• Experience with Continuous Integration / Continuous Testing practices, script creation, defect triage, and reporting.
• Experience with TestDevops management/analysis tools (qTest Manager, HP ALM, ADO, Rally, LiveCompare, or similar).
• Experience working in hybrid/Agile methodologies.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with multiple partners.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• U.S. Citizen only (ITAR / Federal project requirement).
• Ability to work remotely with preferred 3-day on-site presence in Raleigh, NC.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience on ITAR or Federal projects involving test automation.
• Hands-on experience designing test data management strategies and framework accelerators.
• Track record of achieving high automation coverage through structured candidate review programs.
• Experience supporting both SAP GUI/Fiori and non-SAP (web, client-server, mobile) applications in the same framework.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) + 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off.
• Referral Program.

About ZipStaff:

ZipStaff partners with leading organizations to connect skilled technology professionals with high-impact contract opportunities. We focus on quality matches, clear communication, and long-term success for candidates and clients.