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Senior QA Automation Engineer

aKube
Contract
On-site
Austin, Texas, United States
Automation

Job Title: Senior QA Automation Engineer (UFT / SQL)
Work Type: Hybrid – 2 days onsite (Mon & Tues), 3 days remote
Location: 701 W 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751
Rate Range: Up to $58/hr
Work Authorization: GC, USC, All valid EADs except H1B
Department: Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)
Solicitation Number: 529601470
Response Deadline: 08/04/2025 @ 5:00 PM (CT)

Job Description:

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks an experienced Senior QA Automation Engineer to support test automation, quality assurance, and CI/CD efforts. The candidate must demonstrate strong scripting skills, UFT experience, and proficiency in SQL and Agile practices.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, execute, and maintain automated test suites using UFT or similar tools.

  • Write and optimize SQL and PL/SQL queries for backend validation.

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define test plans, traceability matrices, and UAT coordination.

  • Utilize scripting languages (JavaScript, VBScript, Python) to support test automation.

  • Work with Jira to manage tasks and track project deliverables.

  • Contribute to Agile teams and follow SDLC methodologies.

  • Support CI/CD pipeline integration and QA processes.

Minimum Requirements:

Skill / Experience
Years
Required / Preferred
Verbal/written communication with peers and stakeholders
8
Required
Developing test suites in UFT or equivalent
8
Required
SQL and PL/SQL expertise
8
Required
Requirements traceability matrix development
6
Preferred
Test plan creation and UAT coordination
6
Preferred
Test script development and execution
6
Preferred
Experience with general IT SDLC processes
6
Preferred
Agile SDLC exposure, Jira usage
4
Preferred
Agile project methodologies experience
1
Preferred