QA Automation Engineer

Overview

JOB TITLE:

QA Automation Engineer - Multiple Levels Available

CAYUSE COMPANY:

Cayuse Civil Services, LLC

LOCATION

Austin, TX - Hybrid

SALARY:

$ - $

** This position is posted for future opportunities. Please submit your application to be considered for similar upcoming roles**

The Work

TheQA Automation Engineerdesignsautomatedtests by creating scripts that run testing functions automatically. This includesdeterminingthe priority for test scenarios and creating execution plans to implement these scenarios. The QA Automation Engineer also designsdocumentation forautomatedprocesses.

This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance withthe Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, execute, andmaintainautomated testing scripts to ensure software runs smoothly and meets client needs
• Identify,analyze and create detailed records of problems that appear during testing, such as defects, bugs, errors, and inconsistencies
• Perform thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved
• Develop and apply testing processes for new and existing products to meet client needs
• Review system requirements and track quality assurance metrics
• Collaborate with the software development team to ensure the software meets quality standards
• Prepare reports on all aspects related to the software testing carried out and reporting to the design team
• Participate in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, and potential problems
• Ensure that any new software integration into the company systems meets functional requirements, system compliance, and interface specifications
• Conduct post-release/ post-implementation testing
• Collaborate with the team to improve the company’s quality assurance processes and practices
• Stayup-to-datewith new testing tools and test strategies
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need

The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to theanticipatednature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing.

Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may beidentifiedand requested upon award of the task order. Candidates shoulddemonstrateflexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.

• Level 1:1-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
  
  Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
  
  Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.

• Level 2:4-7 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
  
  Relieson limited experience and judgment to plan andaccomplishgoals.
  
  A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
  
  Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Level 3:8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan andaccomplishgoals, independently performs a variety of complicatedtasks;a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
• All Levels

• Proven work experience in software development and software quality assurance
• Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies,toolsand processes
• Hands-on experience with automated testing tools
• Must be able to pass a background check. May requireadditionalbackground checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum

Skills:

• Experience in designing and developing test cases, test plans, and test scripts to ensure the quality of software applications.
• Good understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and software testing lifecycle (STLC).
• Solid knowledge of SQL and scripting
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process
• Strong knowledge in scripting and programming languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript to write and execute automated tests.
• Highly skilled in using automation frameworks like Selenium, TestNG, Junit, and tools like Jenkins for continuous integration.
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines whilemaintaininghigh-quality work.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple design streams across concurrent work effort.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer…