QA Automation Engineer

One-Line Role Summary

Senior QA Automation Engineer with 8+ years experience in UFT automation, API testing (Postman/SOAPUI/JMeter), SQL, Xray Test Management, and Jira, supporting Agile QA processes and automated test frameworks.

We have an immediate requirement for the following role:

Role: QA Engineer Automated 3
Type: Contract (W2)
Start Date: 04/13/2026
Duration: Through 08/31/2026
Location: 701 W 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751 (Hybrid)
Work Model: 3 Days Onsite (Mon, Wed, Fri) / 2 Days Remote
Candidate Requirement: Local Candidates Only

Top Skills: QA Automation, UFT, API Testing (Postman/SOAPUI/JMeter), SQL, Jira, Xray

Job Description

QA Engineer Automated 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of QA Engineer Automated 3, Quality Assurance (QA) and Testing and the specifications outlined in this document,

8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

QA automation engineers design automated tests by creating scripts that run testing functions automatically. This includes determining the priority for test scenarios and creating execution plans to implement these scenarios. Designing documentation for automated processes.

QA Automation Analyst 3 will be responsible for the development and maintenance of test scripts for both manual and automated testing. Experience preparing UAT test cases, aligning them with business requirements, and conducting walkthroughs with stakeholders to ensure clarity. Tracks test case execution and provides reporting. Use Jira to log and track defects. Develops and maintains requirements traceability matrices. Must have experience working in an Agile environment. Supports the development team as needed in dev, test, and UAT environments and troubleshoots defects as required.

Job Requirements

• Experience in writing and executing test cases, as well as creating test plans
• Knowledge of software usability concepts, requirements traceability, and Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) process
• Knowledge of Xray Test Case management tool
• Knowledge and experience working with a scrum team in an agile environment to deliver software release sprints for HHSC, on time, with a focus on quality using Jira and SharePoint
• Proficient in defect tracking and management using industry-standard tools such as Jira and systematically log, categorize, and prioritize identified defects
• Knowledge of SQL query writing to perform Create, Read, Update, Delete operations
• Experience in API Testing using Postman, or similar
• Develop and execute automated test cases to verify authentication processes, user permissions, and roles
• Experience working on different types of testing: unit, integration, regression, smoke, user acceptance, system, stress, and performance testing
• Knowledge of code coverage tools, process or systems analysis, and design work
• QA automation testing and scripting experience using UFT
• Ability to effectively organize and present complex technical information, both orally and in writing
• Ability to effectively work both independently and with sprint development team members
• Ability to work under pressure under tight time constraints
• Be self-driven, helping the team achieve goals and overall project delivery milestones
• Skill communicating with varied levels of staff and end users to develop positive and effective working relationships
• Ability to assist by responding to inquiries regarding errors, problems, or questions about programs and handling multiple projects
• Ability to accurately track time spent working on projects and estimate changes or enhancements
• Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming preferred
• Experience utilizing accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards
• Experience working with the HHS agency and system preferred

Candidate Skills and Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.

• 8 years – Experience in writing and executing test cases and creating test plans
• 8 years – Knowledge of software usability concepts, requirements traceability, and SDLC
• 8 years – Knowledge of Xray Test Case management tool and Jira Project management tool
• 8 years – Strong SQL query knowledge – Create, Read, Update, Delete
• 8 years – Experience in writing and executing tests automation using UFT
• 8 years – Experience in conducting API Testing and automation using Postman, SOAPUI, JMETER or similar

Work Hours and Location

• Services will be provided during normal business hours (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) excluding Texas state holidays
• Primary work location: 701 W 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751
• Hybrid schedule: 3 days onsite (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) and 2 days remote
• Local candidates only will be considered for this position
• Any travel, per diem, parking, or living expenses will be the responsibility of the worker/vendor
• Worker may be required to work remotely at HHSC discretion up to 100%
• Worker may be required to work outside normal business hours including weekends or evenings if requested

If interested, please share your updated resume, visa status, current location, and availability.