Overview: GovCIO is currently hiring for Sr. QA Automation Engineer to provide senior-level expertise in designing scalable test automation strategies, leading complex testing efforts, and mentoring junior engineers. This position will be a fully remote position within the United States. Responsibilities: Advanced Testing & Quality Engineering

• Architect, design, and implement robust automation frameworks using Cypress, Playwright, Selenium (Java), or AI‑assisted testing tools.
• Lead complex test planning and execution for functional, regression, integration, end-to-end, and performance testing.
• Conduct advanced API, interface, data validation, and web-services testing using tools such as ReadyAPI, Postman, Wave, and AMP.
• Perform deep-dive analysis across complex system integrations, enterprise APIs, and data flows to identify root causes and quality risks.
• Drive optimization of test execution strategies and automation coverage across CI/CD pipelines.

Test Strategy, Planning & Process Leadership

• Lead development of scalable, enterprise-grade test strategies aligned to program goals, system architectures, and integration requirements.
• Ensure adherence to established QA processes while guiding continuous improvement efforts.
• Own development and maintenance of the Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) at scale.
• Oversee creation and refinement of test plans, test cases, and automation scripts.
• Provide senior-level reporting and analysis of test metrics, quality KPIs, and readiness assessments.

Tools, Technology & Engineering Enablement

• Act as subject matter expert on cloud-based testing approaches leveraging AWS environments.
• Mentor teams in best practices for CI/CD execution using Jenkins, Maven, Nexus, and GitHub.
• Evaluate emerging tools and technologies, recommending adoption strategies to enhance quality engineering maturity.
• Support creation of reusable automation components and improve framework scalability.

Leadership, Collaboration & Communication

• Serve as a senior quality advocate, collaborating with developers, product owners, requirements analysts, and technical leads.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing, training, and mentoring for QA Automation Engineers at levels 1–3.
• Lead defect triage sessions, technical walkthroughs, product reviews, and Agile ceremonies.
• Communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders, providing expert-level clarity on testing impacts and readiness.

Professional Skills

• Demonstrated expertise in analyzing complex systems, integrations, and enterprise data flows.
• Ability to guide technical teams, influence architecture, and drive QA strategy.
• Strong leadership, communication, and diagnostic skills.
• Proven ability to innovate and adopt modern automation approaches.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and expertise.
• Significant hands-on experience with manual, functional, integration, and automated testing.
• Advanced proficiency in test automation frameworks (Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, or similar).
• Deep experience with Agile Scrum methodologies and enterprise-level testing.
• Expertise in Jira, Xray, and test management within Agile delivery pipelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience with enterprise interfaces, integration testing, and data-driven testing strategies.
• Experience with VA systems, enterprise APIs, MPI, VA Profile, corporate databases, or Oracle scripting.
• Prior support of the VA or other Federal agencies.
• Remote work experience with distributed Agile teams.
• Working knowledge of FISMA, NIST 800-53, HIPAA, HITECH, or similar compliance frameworks.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies and the VA Veteran-Focused Integration Process (VIP).
• Experience leading QA automation teams or mentoring junior engineers.

Posted Salary Range: USD $110,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.