QA Automation Engineer (Remote)
US-Remote
Careers (External)
Req #: 8050
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: GovCIO is currently hiring for a QA Automation Engineer to drive quality engineering efforts through automation, API testing, and emerging AI‑assisted validation techniques that enhance delivery speed and product reliability. This will be a fully remote within the United States position. Responsibilities: Testing Activities * Design, develop, and execute manual and automated test cases, scenarios, and scripts. * Perform functional, system, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing. * Conduct API, interface, data transfer, and web-services testing using tools such as ReadyAPI, Postman, Wave, and AMP. * Execute end-to-end Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) tasks including defect logging, verification, and root cause analysis. * Perform database testing using SQL queries and simple scripts. Test Planning, Process & Documentation * Develop comprehensive test plans that align to user stories, acceptance criteria, and integration requirements. * Implement established testing processes and ensure compliance across all test activities. * Track and report test metrics, test execution results, and test progress. * Manage defect reporting and maintain a Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM). * Identify opportunities for continuous improvement through failure, throughput, and yield analysis. Tools & Technology * Hands-on experience building and maintaining automation frameworks using one or more of the following: Cypress, Playwright, Selenium (JAVA), or AI-assisted testing tools. * Use Jira to manage sprint-based testing artifacts and Xray for structured test execution. * Utilize AWS Cloud environments and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Maven, Nexus, and GitHub. * Support execution of automated testing based on program needs and manager discretion. Collaboration & Communication * Work closely with development, requirements, and cross-functional teams to coordinate testing activities. * Communicate proactively with internal and external stakeholders. * Participate in walkthroughs, product reviews, and Agile ceremonies. Professional Skills * Strong analytical, diagnostic, and investigative skills. * Ability to troubleshoot issues across data, integrations, and application components. * Demonstrated willingness to learn evolving tools and technologies. Qualifications: Required Skills and Experience * Bachelor's degree with 5-8 years of related experience, or commensurate experience. * Hands-on experience in manual, functional, integration, and automated testing. * Strong experience working in Agile Scrum environments. * Proficiency with Jira for test planning, execution tracking, and reporting. Preferred Skills and Experience * Extensive integration and interface testing experience. * Experience with VA systems, enterprise APIs, corporate databases, MPI, VA Profile, or Oracle scripting. * Prior experience supporting the VA or other Federal agencies. * Experience working in a remote environment. * Familiarity with FISMA, NIST 800-53, HIPAA, and HITECH requirements. * Knowledge of Agile methodologies and the VA Veteran-Focused Integration Process (VIP). Clearance Requirement Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust/Suitability clearance.
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