QA Automation Engineer - USA | Remote
About the Role
Guidehouse is seeking a Quality Assurance Automation Engineer to develop and implement testing strategies that identify issues in product software and infrastructure before product launch. This full-time role focuses on quality assurance across the software development lifecycle, including test planning, test automation, execution, defect tracking, root cause analysis, and documentation. The selected candidate will lead efforts to automate testing activities and integrate test automation into CI/CD pipeline tools such as GitHub Actions and CodeFresh, as well as DevSecOps processes. The role also involves supporting integration, system, performance, regression, user acceptance, disaster recovery, and end-to-end testing.
Key Responsibilities
Develop test strategies and plans, including test cases and test data. Execute manual and automated tests to identify software and infrastructure issues. Track, report, and manage software defects through resolution. Perform root cause analysis of identified defects. Develop and maintain test documentation and test result reports. Support testing activities throughout the software development lifecycle, including integration, system, performance, regression, user acceptance, disaster recovery, and end-to-end testing. Lead test automation initiatives and integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions and CodeFresh. Support DevSecOps processes and continuous quality improvement. Plan and track tests, test results, and defects using Jira. Perform application testing using Selenium and Apache JMeter. Test software products and cloud infrastructure configurations, identify deficiencies, and recommend solutions. Collaborate with product development teams to ensure consistent project execution. Identify quality assurance process bottlenecks and recommend improvements. Oversee continuous improvement projects and prepare and present quality assurance reports, presentations, and updates. Collaborate with and support team members in resolving complex technical problems. Adhere to project deadlines and communicate progress and status effectively.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or an additional four (10) years of experience in lieu of a degree, as stated in the job posting. At least six years of experience in quality assurance or testing roles supporting enterprise computing platforms and system development efforts. At least two years of experience providing quality assurance and testing support for workloads deployed on AWS. Expertise in manual and automated testing, documentation, and reproducing and validating issues or defects reported by end users. Experience planning and tracking tests, test results, and defects in Jira. Proficiency in application testing using Selenium and the Apache JMeter load testing tool. Ability to work remotely and collaborate, mentor, assist, and support team members in solving complex technical problems. Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, time-management, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to take ownership of work and contribute to team success. Experience testing software products and cloud infrastructure configurations, identifying deficiencies, and recommending solutions. Experience planning and managing quality assurance strategies and collaborating with product development teams. Understanding of Agile and Scaled Agile practices and principles, with proven experience planning and implementing software products using Agile methodologies. Experience developing and implementing quality assurance and testing programs for workloads using AWS services and the following technologies: Vue.js, Python, Django, S3, SNS, SQS, Docker, EKS/Kubernetes, AWS Step Functions, EventBridge, AWS Lambda, AWS API Gateway, Elasticsearch, Redis, Memcached, and Amazon Relational Database Service (RDS).
Preferred Qualifications
AWS Certified Developer certification. AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification. Experience working with Python/Django web-based applications. Experience conducting penetration and load testing on AWS Cloud. Experience with the Playwright end-to-end testing framework. Experience configuring monitoring and alerting in Sentry. Knowledge of Section 508 testing standards and requirements. Salary & Benefits The annual salary range for this position is $113,000 to $188,000. Compensation decisions depend on factors including skills, experience, training, security clearances, licensure, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The position may also be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus. Benefits include Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance. Personal and family sick time and company-paid holidays. Parental leave. 401(k) retirement plan. Group term life insurance and travel assistance. Voluntary life and AD&D insurance. Health Savings Account and healthcare and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts. Transit and parking commuter benefits. Short-term and long-term disability coverage. Tuition reimbursement, personal development, certifications, and learning opportunities. Employee referral program. Company-sponsored events and community outreach. Annual Care.com membership. Employee Assistance Program. Supplemental benefits through Corestream, including critical care, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, legal assistance, and identity theft protection. Job Details Job Family: Testing (Digital). Job Function: Quality Assurance. Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level. Employment Type: Full-time. Travel Required: Up to 10%. Clearance Required: Ability to obtain Public Trust.
About the Company
Guidehouse is a consulting company committed to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. It provides professional opportunities and employee benefits while promoting equal employment opportunities. Equal Opportunity Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are provided without discrimination based on protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws, including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. Applicants requiring accommodations during the recruitment or application process may contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or [email protected]. All information provided will remain confidential and will be used only as necessary to provide reasonable accommodations.