Senior QA Automation Engineer

Peak Performers has partnered with a State Superior Court to assist in their search for a hybrid Senior QA Automation Engineer in Phoenix, AZ. In this role, you will test all aspects of a software solution, balancing deep functional analysis with robust technical automation. You will drive both functional testing and automation infrastructure expansion for a state-of-the-art web-based judicial case management system.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional, black box, integration, system, ADA/WCAG, and UAT testing across assigned projects.
• Execute both manual and automated UI testing within the same test cycle.
• Test web services, including SOAP, REST, and JSON integrations.
• Develop, maintain, and execute test cases, traceability matrices, and structured test scenarios.
• Build and maintain POM-based automation frameworks using Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, and C#/Java.
• Write SQL queries to support data verification and back-end testing.
• Use Azure DevOps, GitHub, Git, and Visual Studio for test automation and source control.
• Translate complex business and functional requirements into reusable test cases and regression coverage.
• Document defects clearly and provide reproducible technical steps for development teams.
• Review automated test reports to distinguish application defects from script maintenance issues.
• Collaborate with developers, testers, and business stakeholders to ensure complete test coverage and timely delivery.
• Use AI tools such as GitHub Copilot and Copilot for DevOps to support test case development and automation.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while serving as both a test analyst and automation developer.
• Create test plans and define measures for evaluating software quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field. Will accept 5 extra years of combined experience in both software functional analysis/testing and test automation engineering in lieu.
• 5-10 years in functional testing required.
• 5 years in automated testing required.
• Advanced experience in functional, black box, integration, system, ADA/WCAG, and UAT testing.
• Experience with UI and automated testing strategies, including SOAP, REST, and JSON web services.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Strong test case design skills, including traceability matrices and complex business rules.
• Experience building and maintaining POM-based automation frameworks with Selenium, Playwright, and C#/Java.
• Experience writing SQL for data verification and back-end testing.
• Experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub, Git, and Visual Studio source control.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and self-management skills.
• Ability to create test plans, document defects clearly, and review automated test results.
• Experience using AI tools like GitHub Copilot and Copilot for DevOps to support testing and automation.

Pay

$55.19/hour (W2 contract)

Schedule

• 1-year contract
• Hybrid role based in Phoenix, AZ 85003

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance available after 60 days
• Option to participate in a 403(b) retirement plan
• Priority placement for qualified applicants with chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities
• Weekly pay through direct deposit