Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

QA Automation Engineer

Location: Columbus, Ohio (Hybrid- 3 Days in-office)

Duration: 6-12 Months

Job Summa

ryWe are seeking a skilled and motivated QA Engineer with strong expertise in functional testing of web and API-based applications. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in Functional, E2E testing, test design, and validation of complex systems, along with working knowledge of test automation tools to support efficiency and scalability. Candidate should specialize in end-to-end functional validation, user experience, and API testing, while leveraging automatio

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Key Responsibilit

• iesPerform comprehensive functional testing of web applications, ensuring alignment with business requirements and user expectati
• onsDesign and execute detailed test cases, test scenarios, and test plans for UI and backend servi
• cesConduct Web UI testing across browsers and devices to validate usability, responsiveness, and consiste
• ncyPerform API and web services testing using tools such as Postman, Swagger, or similar platfo
• rmsValidate end-to-end business workflows, including integration points between syst
• emsIdentify, log, and track defects; perform root cause analysis and collaborate with development teams for resolut
• ionParticipate in requirements analysis and grooming sessions, ensuring testability and clarity of acceptance crite
• riaSupport regression testing cycles and ensure stability of relea
• sesContribute to test automation efforts by creating or maintaining automated test scripts where applicable (Playwright and Seleni
• um)Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, product owners, and business stakehold
• ersUse tools such as Jira and test management tools (Zephyr, Xray or similar) to manage test execution and defect track
• ingPromote QA best practices, process improvements, and quality standards across the t
• eamDocument test strategies, test results, and quality metr

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Required Skills & Qualificat

• ions7-8 years of experience in software testing, with a strong emphasis on functional/manual tes
• tingProven expertise in Web UI testing and API tes
• tingStrong experience with test case design, test planning, and execu
• tionHands-on experience with API testing tools such as Postman, Swagger, or sim
• ilarSolid understanding of software testing methodologies and SDLC/STLC proce
• ssesExperience working with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., J
• ira)Working knowledge of automation tools such as Playwright, Selenium, or simil
• ar .Basic to intermediate programming/scripting knowledge (e.g., C#, TypeScript, or simi
• lar)Familiarity with Git and collaborative development workf
• lowsExposure to CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or similar) is a
• plusAbility to translate functional requirements into effective test cove

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Soft Skills & Attri

• butesStrong analytical and problem-solving s
• killsExcellent communication and collaboration abil
• itiesDetail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and user exper
• ienceProactive, self-driven, and able to work independ
• entlyAbility to work in fast-paced Agile environments and adapt to changing prior
• itiesPassion for continuous improvement in QA proc

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Preferred / Nice-t

• o-HaveExperience in the Retail Automotive
• domainExposure to test automation frameworks development or enhan
• cementExperience with cross-browser, accessibility, or performance t