About Beacon Systems, Inc
Beacon Systems, Inc, delivers Program Management, Science, Engineering, and Technology Solutions to Federal, Commercial State, and Local Agencies. We are a subsidiary of Radiant Digital Services. We have a vast portfolio of clients across the country. Our Technology support to many DoD Agencies, NASA, Voice of America, FDA, and State Agencies such as State of FL, RI, MS, ND, VA, and WV extends our delivery of solutions worldwide.
Position: QA Engineer
Duration: 6 -Months Appox
Location : Austin - TX
Interview Type: In-Person Only / Teams
Position Summary
· The QA Engineer Automated 3 is a senior-level automation engineer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks and scripts. The engineer will create and execute automated and manual test cases, ensure requirements traceability, perform API testing, and support Agile Scrum teams in delivering high-quality software solutions
· This role requires strong analytical skills, experience working in an Agile environment, proficiency with QA tools, and the ability to troubleshoot defects in dev, test, and UAT environments. A wide degree of creativity and independent judgment is expected.
Level Description
· 8+ years of QA experience
· Performs complex tasks independently
· Plans testing strategies and executes goals with minimal direction
· High degree of creativity, ownership, and autonomy
Key Responsibilities
· Automation & Manual Testing
· Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts.
· Create and execute detailed test cases, test plans, and test scenarios.
· Develop and execute automated tests for authentication, authorization, user roles, and permissions.
· Conduct various types of testing: unit, regression, integration, system, smoke, performance, stress, and UAT.
Requirements & Documentation
· Prepare UAT test cases aligned with business requirements.
· Conduct walkthroughs with stakeholders to ensure clarity.
· Create and maintain requirements traceability matrices.
· Document test scenarios, automation processes, and coverage.
Defect Management
· Track, log, categorize, and prioritize defects using Jira.
· Troubleshoot issues across dev, test, and UAT environments.
· Collaborate with development teams to ensure timely defect resolution.
Tools & Technologies
· Use Xray for test management.
· Write SQL queries (CRUD operations).
· Perform API testing using Postman or similar tools.
· Use UFT or similar tools for automation scripting.
· Utilize accessibility testing tools to ensure WCAG 2.1 AA compliance.
Collaboration & Communication
· Work closely with Agile Scrum teams to support sprint deliverables.
· Communicate effectively with staff, end users, and leadership.
· Provide clear written and verbal communication on technical topics.
· Organize and present technical information concisely.
Additional Responsibilities
· Maintain accurate time tracking and effort estimation.
· Assist users and stakeholders with questions or issues.
· Manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
· Demonstrate self-driven work ethic and contribute to team goals.
Required Skills & Experience
· 8+ years QA experience
· Strong experience writing/executing test cases & test plans
· Knowledge of SDLC and software usability concepts
· Experience with Xray Test Case Management
· Agile/Scrum experience using Jira & SharePoint
· Proficient in defect tracking and management
· SQL (CRUD operations)
· API Testing (Postman or similar)
· Automated testing & scripting with UFT
· Experience with code coverage tools
· Experience with multiple testing types (unit, regression, UAT, etc.)
· Strong written and verbal communication
· Ability to work independently and within a Scrum team
· Ability to handle multiple projects & work under pressure
· Experience with accessibility testing (WCAG 2.1 AA)
Skill Requirements Table
Years | Required / Preferred | Experience / Skill Description |
8 | Required | Experience in writing and executing test cases, as well as creating test plans. |
8 | Required | Knowledge of software usability concepts and requirements traceability, and Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) process. |
8 | Required | Knowledge of Xray Test Case Management tool and Jira Project Management tool. |
8 | Required | Strong SQL query knowledge – Create, Read, Update, Delete. |
8 | Required | Experience in writing and executing test automation using UFT. |
8 | Required | Experience in conducting API Testing and automation using Postman, SOAPUI, JMETER, or similar tools. |
8 | Required | Additional skills and experience as listed in the Job Description. |
5 | Preferred | Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming. |
5 | Preferred | Experience using accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards. |
5 | Preferred | Experience working with the State of Texas HHS agency and systems |
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