Azure DevOps Automated\Manual Tester

Job Category: QA
Job Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Austin Texas
Compensation: Depends on Experience
W2: W2-Contract Only; Kindly note that applications on a C2C basis will not be considered for this role.

Job Description:

Conducts automated and manual tests to ensure that the software created/upgraded performs as necessary and meets the user requirements. Develops and maintains user and technical documentation and project process documentation for application teams. Understands the view of applications and/or technology and is able to put procedures in a logical sequence. Aptitude to learn business application functionality and new technologies as needed (AI etc.)

Prior Experience

  • Minimum 6 years of experience with Quality Assurance and Software Testing
  • Minimum 4+ years of hands-on automation testing experience in a similar role
  • Proven track record of successfully delivering automated test solutions
  • Experience testing web applications in production environments
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively within QA/testing teams
  • Core Technical Skills
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language, C# preferred (Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript)
  • Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles
  • Ability to write clean, maintainable, and scalable code

Version Control & Collaboration

  • Hands-on experience with Git version control system
  • Proficiency with GitHub (or similar Git-based platforms)
  • Understanding of branching strategies, pull requests, and code reviews

Testing Frameworks & Tools

  • Demonstrated experience with Selenium WebDriver or equivalent automation framework
  • Ability to create and execute automated test scripts
  • Experience with test automation best practices
  • Familiarity with multiple browsers and cross-browser testing

Testing Design Patterns & Methodologies

  • Knowledge of Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) frameworks (Cucumber, SpecFlow, etc.)
  • Understanding of Page Object Model (POM) design pattern
  • Experience with other testing patterns (Data-Driven Testing, Keyword-Driven Testing)
  • Ability to translate business requirements into automated test scenarios

Web Technologies

  • Strong expertise in HTML structure and semantics
  • Understanding of CSS selectors and their application in automation
  • Ability to identify and interact with dynamic elements

Communication & Collaboration

  • Clear verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to document test cases and automation procedures effectively
  • Experience collaborating with developers, product managers, and stakeholders
  • Ability to articulate test results and provide actionable feedback

Preferred But Not Required

  • Understanding of Generative AI (LLM or RAG)
  • Familiarity with Azure DevOps or an equivalent (Jenkins)