Senior QA Automation Engineer Virtual/Remote

Mission + People + Culture: With a corporate mission to drive innovation through advanced technology solutions, Applied Innovation Consulting is a leader in connecting top-tier talent with cutting-edge projects in various industries. Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bringing expertise in technology, engineering, and consulting to build high-performance solutions. Mission + People are unified around a collaborative culture focused on excellence, client success, and continuous improvement.

Why work at Applied Innovations Consulting?

Motivation: We value proactive, self-driven individuals who are eager to contribute to the success of our team and client projects.

Curiosity: We encourage questions and continuous learning to master job duties and foster professional growth.

Organization: We operate as a cohesive team, holding each other accountable and maintaining high standards for performance and outcomes.

Feedback: Our culture of "open and honest" communication supports professional growth and client success.

Impact: Your contributions will drive innovation and improve outcomes for our clients across various industries.

The Senior Quality Assurance Automation Engineer at Applied Innovation Consulting is a critical member of our Product Development Team, focused on ensuring the highest quality of our solutions through meticulous test planning and automation. This role involves developing and executing automation scripts to enhance code coverage and identify issues early in the development cycle. You'll be part of an agile team, contributing to the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust automation frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing, developing, and executing automation scripts using Selenium.
• Conducting functional and non-functional testing (e.g., performance, load, regression, security).
• Creating, maintaining, and executing test cases and test suites.
• Integrating test automation with CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborating with Developers, DevOps Engineers, and Product Managers to resolve defects.
• Utilizing testing methodologies like BDD and TDD to validate software functionalities.
• Documenting test cases and maintaining clear records for team understanding and project tracking.
• Participating in Agile/Scrum meetings to discuss product features and address potential quality issues.
• Tracking, documenting, and reporting defects using tools like JIRA.
• Staying updated with industry trends and technologies in quality assurance and software testing.
• Utilizing programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Java) for test automation.

What We're Looking For:

• 6+ years of experience with Selenium development against Java technology stacks.
• Proven experience in automating tests for web UI.
• Expertise in test planning and execution for large, complex systems.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java and Python.
• Experience with both manual and automated testing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and technical aptitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Passion for quality and customer experience.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related field.

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• Advanced expertise in Selenium, JIRA, Cucumber, TestNG, and Java.
• Experience in a healthcare setting.
• Experience working in small to mid-sized companies.

Additional Notes:

• Preference for candidates based in EST or CST time zones.
• We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position at this time.

Benefits and Perks:

• Virtual-first, remote organization and culture.
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 401(k) retirement plan with corporate matching.
• Medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage.
• Short Term and Long Term Disability (for employee).
• Life Insurance (for employee).
• Support for home office setup for new team members.

Target Salary Bands:

Compensation decisions are based on several factors, and we expect candidates offered positions to fall within the advertised salary band. We recognize that the hired team member may have varying levels of experience, impacting compensation decisions.

About Applied Innovation Consulting:

Applied Innovation Consulting connects top talent with innovative projects across various industries, driving technological advancements and client success. We pride ourselves on a collaborative and inclusive culture that fosters professional growth and excellence. Join our team and contribute to shaping the future of technology and consulting.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Applied Innovation Consulting is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, or disability.