QA Automation Engineer

Years Required/Preferred Experience 8 Required Experience with designing automated tests by creating scripts that run testing functions automatically 8 Required Experience in prioritizing test scenarios and creating execution plans to implement these scenarios 8 Required Experience in creating test plans, test cases, and preparing test environments 8 Required Experience in performing moderately complex functional, application, and regression testing 8 Required Knowledge of the software development life cycle and software development methodologies 8 Required Able to interpret requirement documents and able to update test documents accordingly 8 Required Strong familiarity with analysis, planning and management reporting functions 8 Required Acquires knowledge of the Customer's business in assigned area 8 Required Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills 8 Required Able to work with Customer as needed during test cycle 8 Required Excellent analytical; problem-solving; team playing; and oral and written communication skills 8 Required Proven ability to work successfully with technical and non-technical groups and manage multiple responsibilities 2 Preferred Experience with Texas DIR Project Delivery Framework and document templates 2 Preferred Familiarity with company's information architecture and information management methodologies 2 Preferred Familiarity with the existing and planned software technology and the global, regional and local software architecture and infrastructure components 8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Overview:

Allied Consultants, Inc is a proudly Austin based firm with over 34 years of experience delivering top-tier technical and business professionals within Texas State Agencies. We are currently seeking an experience QA Automation Engineer to play a key role within a high-impact technical services team.

 

At Allied Consultants, we value our consultants and are committed to providing an exceptional experience including:

• Highly competitive pay rates
• Local support staff for responsive, personal service
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical insurance (with employer cost sharing)
  • Life insurance
  • A 401(K) plan with company match
  • Flexible spending through a cafeteria plan

Candidates selected for interviews will be subject to a criminal background check and may be required to pass a drug screening, in compliance with federal and state regulations. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of these checks.

 

Allied Consultants is a proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Responsibilities:

Level Description

8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

 

Job Description

QA automation engineers design automated tests by creating scripts that run testing functions automatically. This includes determining the priority for test scenarios and creating execution plans to implement these scenarios. Designing documentation for automated processes.

 

Additional job details and special considerations

Any experience testing healthcare applications.

Any experience with Katalon software is preferred.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Years	Required/Preferred	Experience
8	Required	Experience with designing automated tests by creating scripts that run testing functions automatically
8	Required	Experience in prioritizing test scenarios and creating execution plans to implement these scenarios
8	Required	Experience in creating test plans, test cases, and preparing test environments
8	Required	Experience in performing moderately complex functional, application, and regression testing
8	Required	Knowledge of the software development life cycle and software development methodologies
8	Required	Able to interpret requirement documents and able to update test documents accordingly
8	Required	Strong familiarity with analysis, planning and management reporting functions
8	Required	Acquires knowledge of the Customer's business in assigned area
8	Required	Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
8	Required	Able to work with Customer as needed during test cycle
8	Required	Excellent analytical; problem-solving; team playing; and oral and written communication skills
8	Required	Proven ability to work successfully with technical and non-technical groups and manage multiple responsibilities
2	Preferred	Experience with Texas DIR Project Delivery Framework and document templates
2	Preferred	Familiarity with company's information architecture and information management methodologies
2	Preferred	Familiarity with the existing and planned software technology and the global, regional and local software architecture and infrastructure components