QA Automation Analyst

Job Responsibilities

QA Automation Analyst 3 will be responsible for the development and maintenance of test scripts for both manual and automated testing. Experience preparing UAT test cases, aligning them with business requirements, and conducting walkthroughs with stakeholders to ensure clarity. Tracks test case execution and provides reporting. Use Jira to log and track defects. Develops and maintains requirements traceability matrices. Must have experience working in an Agile environment.

Supports the development team as needed in dev, test, and UAT environments and troubleshoots the defect as required.

Experience in writing and executing test cases, as well as creating test plans.

Knowledge of software usability concepts and requirements traceability, and Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) process.

Knowledge of Xray Test Case management tool

Knowledge and experience working with a scrum team in an agile environment to deliver software release sprints for HHSC, on time, with a focus on quality using Jira and SharePoint.

Proficient in defect tracking and management using industry-standard tools such as Jira and systematically log, categorize, and prioritize identified defects, ensuring a clear and organized record of issues throughout the software development lifecycle.

Knowledge of SQL query writing to perform Create, Read, Update, Delete operations.

Experience in API Testing using Postman, or similar.

Develop and execute automated test cases to verify authentication processes, user permissions, and roles, ensuring that only authorized users can access specific functions and data.

Experience working on different types of testing: e.g., unit, integration, regression, smoke, user acceptance, system, stress, and performance.

Knowledge of code coverage tools, process or systems analysis, and design work.

QA automation testing and scripting experience using UFT

Ability to effectively organize and present complex technical information, both orally and in writing.

Ability to effectively work both independently and with sprint development team members.

Ability to work under pressure under tight time constraints.

Be self-driven, helping the team achieve goals and overall project delivery milestones.

Skill communicating with varied levels of staff and end users to develop positive and effective working relationships.

Ability to assist by responding to inquiries from others regarding errors, problems, or questions about programs and handling multiple projects.

Ability to accurately track time spent working on projects, as well as the ability to accurately estimate changes or enhancements.

Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming preferred.

Experience utilizing accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards.

Experience working with the State of Texas HHS agency and system preferred.

• Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
• 8 Years
  
  Required:
  
  Experience in writing and executing test cases, as well as creating test plans.
• 8 Years
  
  Required:
  
  Knowledge of software usability concepts and requirements traceability, and Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) process.
• 8 Years
  
  Required:
  
  Knowledge of Xray Test Case management tool and Jira Project management tool.
• 8 Years
  
  Required:
  
  Strong SQL query knowledge Create, Read, Update, Delete.
• 8 Years
  
  Required:
  
  Experience in writing and executing tests automation using UFT.
• 8 Years
  
  Required:
  
  Experience in conducting API Testing and automation using Postman, SOAPUI, JMETER or similar.
• 8 Years
  
  Required:
  
  ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED IS LISTED IN THE JOB DESCRIPTION.
• 5 Years Preferred:
  Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming preferred.
• 5 Years Preferred:
  Experience utilizing accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
• 5 Years Preferred:
  Experience working with the State of Texas HHS agency and system preferred.

Services are expected to start 01/05/2026 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2026 . Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1512 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through Texas Health and Human Services Commission . Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM , excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at 701 W 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751 . The working position is Hybrid – On Site and Telework.