Job Details

Overview

JOB TITLE:

QA Engineer Automated III

CAYUSE COMPANY:

Cayuse Civil Services, LLC

LOCATION

Hybrid, Austin, TX

SALARY:

$79,040.00-$112,320.00

EMPLOYEE TYPE:

Full-Time Salary Exempt

TRAVEL

No

RELOCATION

No

Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.



The Work

The QA Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated tests to validate the quality and performance of enterprise applications. The engineer creates and maintains automated test scripts and frameworks, prioritizes and plans test scenarios, and develops documentation to support all automated testing processes.

This position aligns with Cayuse's core values of excellence, innovation, and accountability by delivering high-quality, efficient, and scalable automated testing solutions, ensuring timely and successful project execution in hybrid work environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test cases using Playwright or similar automation frameworks.
• Develop, maintain, and execute test scripts for both automated and manual testing efforts.
• Determine test scenario priorities and create detailed test execution plans.
• Perform manual testing as required to supplement automated coverage.
• Track and report on test case execution status, defects, and overall test coverage.
• Establish and manage regular automated test execution schedules and associated reporting.
• Use Jira to log, track, and manage defects through resolution.
• Develop and maintain requirements traceability matrices to ensure complete test coverage.
• Collaborate and coordinate with development and project teams in development, test, UAT, and production environments.
• Troubleshoot and debug test scripts, test data, and environment issues as needed.
• Lead and coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities as required.
• Provide on?call support as needed to address critical testing or production issues.
• Create and maintain documentation for automated testing processes, standards, and best practices.
• Operate effectively within an Agile environment, participating in ceremonies and aligning testing activities with iterative delivery.
• Other duties as assigned .

Qualifications

Here's What You Need

The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client's requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.

• 10+ years - Required: Manual test script execution experience.
• 8+ years - Required: Automated QA testing experience.
• 8+ years - Required: QA test script creation experience.
• 8+ years - Required: Performance testing experience.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Desired Qualifications:

• 5+ years - Preferred: QA automated test case reporting experience.
• 5+ years - Preferred: JavaScript and HTML experience; familiarity with Playwright, WebdriverIO, and JMeter.
• 3+ years - Preferred: Experience in Agile/Scrum environments and using tools such as Jira, Xray, or Zephyr.
• 3+ years - Preferred: Accessibility testing experience.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Professional hybrid office environment.
• Ability to work on-site in Austin, TX.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.

• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range

USD $79,040.00 - USD $112,320.00 /Yr.