Sr. QA Automation Engineer - Adelphi, MD

Sr. QA Automation Engineer

Job #: 26-2250

Clearance:
Must be a US Citizen

Location:

Adelphi, MD

Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.

At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.

As a Senior QA Automation Engineer, you will lead automation strategy, framework development, and quality engineering efforts across SaaS and integrated enterprise applications. You will serve as a technical expert, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive continuous improvement in testing practices, tooling, and automation maturity.

• Lead automation architecture, framework design, and QA best practices.
• Develop and maintain automated test suites using Playwright (Type Script) and Java-based frameworks.
• Build scalable, reusable automation libraries integrated with CI/CD pipelines.
• Execute functional, integration, regression, and performance testing across SaaS platforms and backend systems.
• Conduct API testing using Postman, Java frameworks, and SQL-based backend validation.
• Ensure compliance with OpenAPI and Swagger specifications.
• Lead performance testing using JMeter, including test design, execution, and analysis.
• Partner with product owners and business stakeholders to clarify requirements and identify risks.
• Support and lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT), including demos and walkthroughs.
• Identify, document, and track defects while collaborating closely with development teams.
• Develop and maintain test strategies, test plans, and comprehensive documentation.
• Drive improvements in Agile QA processes and automation maturity.
• Evaluate and implement new automation and AI-driven testing tools.
• Mentor junior QA team members and contribute to overall quality engineering excellence.

• 7+ years of QA experience blending manual and automation testing.
• Expert-level experience with Java-based automation frameworks and Playwright (Type Script).
• Strong proficiency in API testing, backend validation, and SQL.
• Hands‑on experience with JMeter for performance testing.
• Experience testing SaaS applications, integrations, and workflow-driven systems.
• Strong CI/CD integration skills using Git-based pipelines.
• Familiarity with Mule Soft Anypoint, OpenAPI, and Swagger.
• Proficiency with defect tracking and test management tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate UI/API requirements.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non‑technical audiences.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

• Experience with OnBase workflows.
• Experience with Docu Sign integrations.
• Demonstrated leadership in automation strategy or framework modernization.
• Hands‑on experience integrating AI tools into QA workflows.
• Prior experience supporting UAT at an enterprise scale.