Senior Automation Test Engineers

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Senior Automation Test Engineers for a 6 month contract role with our client in Chicago, IL. This role is 100% remote.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Test Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated testing and monitoring frameworks with a focus on Grafana-based performance testing (k6) and Selenium-driven functional/UI testing. This role will ensure application quality, performance, and reliability by developing robust automated test pipelines, integrating monitoring solutions, and enabling proactive detection of issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain automated UI and functional test suites using Selenium
• Develop and execute performance and load tests using k6, integrated with Grafana for visualization and alerting
• Build and maintain Grafana dashboards for real-time and historical test result analysis
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous quality validation
• Collaborate with DevOps, QA, and Engineering teams to define test strategies, performance benchmarks, and coverage goals
• Analyze test results, troubleshoot performance bottlenecks, and partner with development teams for resolution
• Provide technical support to QA engineers on test automation and performance testing best practices
• Document processes, test plans, performance baselines, and monitoring configurations

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in software testing, with at least 3 years in automated test development
• Proven expertise in Selenium for UI and functional testing
• Experience with k6 for performance and load testing, including integration with Grafana
• Strong background in building and maintaining Grafana dashboards, panels, and alert rules
• Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
• Proficiency in at least one scripting/programming language (Python, Java, or JavaScript preferred)
• Experience with API testing tools such as Postman or REST-assured
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to analyze logs, metrics, and distributed systems

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience setting up synthetic monitoring using Selenium or Grafana Cloud Synthetic Monitoring
• Familiarity with Prometheus and other observability tools
• Knowledge of containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Cloud platform experience (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical teams
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results

Compensation:
Hourly W2 pay: $60.00 to $70.00/hour

We have access to additional contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire positions with various rate ranges.

If you have the qualifications described and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year-in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)
• Remote opportunities available

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.