QA Test Automation Engineer

Stefanini Group is hiring for a remote QA Test Automation Engineer position. W2 candidates only.

Responsibilities

• Code and troubleshoot Java code on a daily basis.
• Ensure test plans align with business requirements by participating in software design and review sessions.
• Develop configurable, maintainable, reusable, and dependable test automation components.
• Execute test plans, record and report results, analyze test outcomes, and provide root-cause analysis for issues.
• Prepare and acquire test data, conduct peer reviews of test work products.
• Set up and maintain test environments, develop test case automation criteria, and prepare architecture diagrams.
• Support manual testers with automation needs and determine which manual test cases should be converted to automation scripts, including executing manual test cases as needed.
• Identify technical and operational problems on installed systems, products, and services.
• Prepare for and participate in testing activities for production deployments and remediation.
• Conduct manual testing as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• Must have experience with multiple automation programming languages and quality assurance testing tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or a closely related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software, operating systems, browsers, internet navigation, and software installation (e.g., SQL, Oracle, business objects, web technologies, authentication, or security technologies).
• Knowledge of multiple software development methodologies such as Waterfall, Iterative, Agile, and Behavior-Driven Development.
• Working knowledge of test case management and execution using test management tools.
• Experience implementing and auditing automated test methodology and QA standards.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, multitasking, and time management skills.
• Ability to perform independent research and analysis, drawing logical conclusions.
• Works effectively in a highly matrix or virtual organization.
• Performs most work independently with general supervision and direction; may consult with management or senior staff in decision-making.

Experience

• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• 6–10 years of relevant experience is preferred.
• Intermediate-level knowledge of Quality Assurance Engineer methodologies and practices.
• Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle and the importance of the QA function within it.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of directly related experience and education required; degree in Computer Science or Engineering preferred.

About Stefanini Group

The Stefanini Group is a global provider of offshore, onshore, and nearshore outsourcing, IT digital consulting, systems integration, application, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises. With a presence in the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, Stefanini serves over 400 clients across industries such as financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, chemical services, technology, public sector, and utilities. Stefanini is a CMM Level 5 company.