Senior Test Automation Engineer

Clearwaters.IT

. Create and maintain manual and automated test scripts to ensure software quality standards .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in manual and automated testing, including the development of test plans and scripts, defect tracking, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Proficient in utilizing QA automation tools and scripting languages to ensure software quality and reliability.

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10+ Years Of Relevant Experience In Manual And Automation TestingProficient In Developing Test Automation Scripts Using Python Or JavaScriptHands-On Experience With QA Automation Tools (Selenium, JMeter, TestNG)Strong Experience In CI/CD Pipelines And Automated Deployment ProcessesExperience Working In A SAFe / Agile Environment

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Hard Skills

Manual TestingAutomated TestingTest Plan DevelopmentDefect TrackingScripting Languages (Python, JavaScript, Java, C#, C++, Go, TypeScript, PHP)SQLAPI TestingBackend TestingCloud-Based Testing Solutions (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)Performance Testing

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAnalytical SkillsCollaborationCommunicationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

GitHubJiraTestRailBugzillaHP ALMPostmanRestAssuredSoapUICypressPlaywright

Certifications & Qualifications

ISTQB Certification

Industry Keywords

Department Of Veterans’ AffairsMedical Claims ProcessingX.12 Transaction (837, 835, 277)SDLCAgileScrumDevOpsSecurity ClearancePublic Trust

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCypressJavaJavaScriptJMeterPHPPythonSDLCSeleniumSQLTypeScriptC++Go

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and maintain manual and automated test scripts to ensure software quality standards
Coordinate and collaborate with developers and functional analysts to create test plans and scripts according to VA-mandated documentation standards and templates
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
Ensure high quality and reliability of software
Lead continuous integration and performance testing events
Manage and track testing artifacts in GitHub, Jira, and associated repositories
Lead and conduct testing according to Master Test Plan specifications, including tracking, monitoring, and reporting results
Manage and assist staff test events with appropriate resources
Identify and document defects
Monitor and update defect and bug reports in Jira ALM
Perform code reviews of scripts
Execute manual and automated test scripts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have experience working with developers, end users and organizations to create test plans and test scripts
Must have comprehensive technical expertise in IT products, operating systems, software, hardware, systems and networks and specialized environments
Must have experience in writing or assisting in the development of test plans and test procedures
Must manage the defect database under the guidance of QA Manager
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electronics engineering, or a related technical discipline
10+ years of relevant experience in manual and automation testing
8+ years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education
Eligibility limited to U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (green card holders)
Must be able to receive a Security Clearance / Public Trust
Must have experience in the coordination and management of test events in accordance with approved test plans, procedures, and scripts
Must have knowledge and skills to ensure that test environments are set up accurately
Proficient in developing test automation scripts using a scripting language (Python, JavaScript)
Hands-on experience with QA automation tools (e.g., Selenium, JMeter, TestNG, Cypress, Playwright)
Must be able to create test reports
Experience working in a SAFe / Agile environment
Proficiency in defect tracking and test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Bugzilla, HP ALM)
Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile, Scrum, and DevOps practices
Strong experience in CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills
Strong knowledge of cloud-based testing solutions (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Highly proficient in scripting languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, C#, C++, Go, TypeScript, PHP)
Experienced in backend testing
Ability to perform manual testing
Proficient in SQL
Experience in working with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, RestAssured, SoapUI)
Experience working with GitHub and repositories
Must have experience with configuring necessary hardware and operating environments as needed to complete assigned testing
Experience working with accessibility testing tools
Experience working with the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (preferred)
Medical claims X.12 Transaction (837, 835, 277, etc.) (preferred)
Medical claims processing application knowledge (preferred)
Certified in ISTQB (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)