QA Automation Engineer
First seen by Alion on Sep 4, 2026.
Key Responsibilities :
Automation Framework and Testing :
- Design, develop, and maintain modular, extensible, and reusable test automation frameworks and scripts.
- Set up, configure, and maintain the automation environment to ensure smooth testing processes.
- Develop and execute efficient automated performance test scripts to validate system stability and responsiveness.
- Create and maintain a comprehensive test automation library with scenarios to ensure thorough requirements and regression coverage.
Testing and Validation :
- Assist in functional, regression, and integration testing for new or modified software programs using both manual and automated approaches.
- Validate APIs using appropriate API testing tools and frameworks.
- Identify, report, and track product defects, providing clear and concise documentation of issues and potential improvements.
Collaboration and Process Improvement :
- Participate in product design reviews to provide input on requirements, automation feasibility, and testing implications.
- Write, review, and verify test plans and procedures for product evaluations and defect identification.
- Accurately estimate testing timelines and work toward targeted on-time delivery by proactively removing roadblocks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on product goals and ensure quality standards are met.
Operational Excellence :
- Provide feedback and insights to improve the software quality assurance process and methodology.
- Stay up to date with the latest automation tools and best practices to optimize the automation framework.
- Participate in an on-call rotation schedule to support critical testing needs outside of standard business hours.
What You'll Need to Be Successful (Required Skills) :
- At least 2 year of experience in developing and executing automated software scripts.
- At least 1 year of experience in writing and executing manual test cases and test plans.
- Strong understanding of software quality assurance standards, practices, and methodologies.
- Hands-on experience with .NET and Selenium for test automation.
- Proficiency in API validation and experience with API testing tools.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify defects, predict potential gaps in requirements, and troubleshoot issues.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
Skills
Automation Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Testing, .Net, API Testing, Software Testing Tools, Test Design