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TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Contract position - Quality Assurance Test Automation Engineer / Richmond VA - (JOB-20686). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years! You can find more about our team and values by checking us out at TECHEAD.com or on  Glassdoor Job Description:

Quality Assurance Test Automation Engineer

Contract: 6-Month Contract, Ongoing 6-month renewals
Remote (Occasional request to come onsite)

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the writing, designing, and executing automated tests by creating scripts that run testing functions automatically.
• Maximize test coverage for the most critical features of the system.
• Determine the priority for test scenarios and create execution plans to implement these scenarios.
• Expand upon the existing test automation framework.
• Log and document defects.
• Minimum Qualifications
• 4+ years of hands-on experience in software quality assurance. 
• 2+ years of experience using test automation technologies. 
• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. 
• Extensive experience creating, executing, and automating test plans. 
• Basic understanding of the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) 
• Proven experience with Selenium and JMeter. 
• Experience with scripting and programming languages relevant to Selenium and JMeter (e.g., Java, Python). 
• Experience in creating strategic test plans aligned with overall project objectives and business goals. 
• Ability to define and execute comprehensive testing strategies. 
• Familiarity with industry trends and emerging technologies in QA. 
• Experience working in cross-functional teams. 
• Expertise in managing complex test environments and ensuring their stability and reliability. 
• Proficient in defining and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) for testing processes. 
• Ability to generate comprehensive test reports for management. 

Requirements:

• 6+ years of hands-on experience in software quality assurance. 
• 4+ years of experience using test automation technologies. 
• A master’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. 
• Extensive experience in software testing methodologies, test planning, and execution strategies. 
• Comprehensive knowledge of the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) 
• Knowledge of industry best practices in quality assurance. 
• Experience in guiding and coaching junior QA team members. 
• Expertise in designing and optimizing performance tests. 
• Ability to recommend and implement performance testing stra
• Capability to review and enhance code quality in automated scripts. 
• Experience with mock frameworks (e.g., Mockito, JMockit) 
• Knowledge of scripting and programming languages relevant to Selenium and JMeter (e.g., Java, Python). 
• Experience identifying risk and assisting with mitigation strategies. 
• Ability to identify opportunities for process improvements. 
• Ability to communicate testing insights effectively to diverse stakeholders.

Tool Experience:

• Automation testing tools : Selenium.
• Test artifact management : Zephyr.
• API testing tools : SoapUI, Postman.
• Defect and task tracking : Jira

Equipment : 

• Use own personal computer, a laptop or desktop computer (with Windows 11 Pro), to remotely connect to workstation, via VPN. A webcam and audio equipment will be required when participating in virtual meetings.

TECHEAD’s mission is to make our on-site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won’t strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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