Automated Test Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking an Automated Test Engineer in Holyoke, MA.

Primary Responsibilities:
* Architect and maintain a sophisticated, multi-application test automation framework
* Design reusable components using Page Object Model and other design patterns
* Develop and execute automated tests using Playwright, Cucumber and JUnit
* Integrate test automation into CI/CD pipelines and optimize for speed and reliability
* Collaborate with business teams to translate requirements into testable scenarios
* Diagnose and resolve intermittent test failures through systematic debugging and root cause analysis
* Ensure test data isolation and manage complex test environments for parallel execution
* Mentor junior engineers and enforce best practices in automation
* Continuously evolve the framework to support scalability and maintainability

REQUIREMENTS:
* 5+ years in software testing for enterprise web applications and APIs
* 5+ years of Java development with strong OOP principles and design patterns
* 3+ years of Playwright (Java binding) for web automation in consumer-facing applications
* 3+ years of Cucumber/BDD or JUnit framework experience with Gherkin syntax
* Proven ability to design and maintain multi-application test frameworks supporting complex workflows
* Hands-on experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines and optimizing execution speed
* Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Groovy DSL) and pipeline optimization
* Git version control and branching strategies
* Experience with designing reusable components using Page Object Model and other design patterns
* Strong collaboration with Business Analysts and stakeholders
* Ability to mentor junior engineers and communicate technical concepts clearly
* Analytical mindset for diagnosing flaky tests and implementing robust wait strategies

Additional Skills (Nice-to-Have):
* SQL (Oracle preferred), Python scripting, Bash/Shell automation
* Docker/Podman for containerized test environments
* Familiarity with artifact repositories (Artifactory or similar).

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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