QA Engineer Automated

Position: QA Engineer Automated 3
Job Description: QA Engineer Automated 3

Location: Austin, TX 78701 (Hybrid)
Duration: July 1, 2026 - August 31, 2026
Work Type: Full-Time (Contract)
Rate: $65/hour
Experience Level: 8+ years
Interview Mode: Microsoft Teams

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled QA Engineer Automated 3 to join a dynamic team in Austin, Texas. This role will focus on designing, developing, and executing automated testing solutions to ensure high-quality software delivery.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in automated testing, test planning, and software quality processes, along with strong analytical and collaboration skills. This is a hybrid role, requiring both onsite and remote work.

Work Schedule

• Hybrid: 2 days onsite / 3 days remote (subject to change)
• Estimated Hours: Up to 696 hours
• Candidate Requirement: Must reside in Texas within the Austin area

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated test scripts to validate software functionality and performance
• Determine test priorities and create detailed execution plans
• Coordinate and perform work on moderately to highly complex QA and programming projects
• Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and test data
• Execute functional, application, and regression testing
• Analyze proposed applications for inclusion in regression test suites
• Debug and troubleshoot issues in automated scripts and software systems
• Analyze and revise applications to improve efficiency and adapt to new requirements
• Prepare comprehensive documentation including test plans, diagrams, and validation procedures
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders during test cycles

Required Qualifications (8+ Years Experience)

• Proven experience designing and implementing automated test scripts
• Strong background in prioritizing test scenarios and building execution strategies
• Extensive experience creating test plans, test cases, and managing test environments
• Expertise in functional, regression, and application testing
• In-depth knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and development methodologies
• Ability to interpret requirements and update test documentation accordingly
• Strong analytical, planning, and reporting skills
• Experience working directly with business stakeholders and customers during testing cycles
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), problem-solving, and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with technical and non-technical teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Texas DIR Project Delivery Framework and related documentation
• Familiarity with enterprise information architecture and data management methodologies
• Knowledge of existing and emerging software technologies and infrastructure environments

Additional Information

• Candidates must currently reside in Texas and be within commuting distance of Austin

Benefits:

• PTO

• Holiday Pay

• 401K with a 4% Match

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Group Life & AD&D

• Voluntary Life AD&D

• Short-term Disability

• Long-Term Disability

• Health Savings Account

• Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent)

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Accident Insurance

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not employ AI tools in our decision-making processes. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. ensures that all employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Our commitment to non-discrimination in employment extends to every location in which our company operates.