QA Automation Engineer (Onsite)
FRONTSTEPS • Denver, Colorado, United States
Role & seniority: QA Automation Engineer (engineering-focused QA role; mid-senior level)
Stack/tools: automated test scripting (front-end and back-end), AI-assisted test design, load/stress testing, Azure boards for issue tracking, works within Agile/sprint cadence
Top 3 responsibilities
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Develop, script, and execute automated tests (including regression, smoke, health checks) using AI-based approaches
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Create, maintain, and run automation across all products; debug and keep tests aligned with product specs
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Collaborate with product, engineering, and QA to ensure test coverage, report on test execution/coverage, and track issues in Azure boards
Must-have skills
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Experience designing and executing automated test suites (regression, smoke, load/stress)
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Proficiency debugging and maintaining automation scripts; able to work independently within a small team
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Ability to work with AI-assisted test design and align with sprint cadences
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Familiarity with issue tracking (Azure boards) and QA participation beyond testing
Nice-to-haves
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Experience with end-to-end QA in both front-end and back-end contexts
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Familiarity with SDLC quality integration and cross-team metrics
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Location & work type: Denver, CO, USA; full-time, onsite-based at headquarters with standard benefits.
Full Description
At FRONTSTEPS, we don’t just build software—we empower communities to thrive. As the nation’s most comprehensive Community Management platform, we simplify how management companies and homeowner associations connect, operate, and optimize their communities. With cutting-edge technology and a relentless focus on user experience, we create solutions that help community leaders collaborate and succeed.
But technology is only as strong as the people behind it. That’s where you come in.
We’re not for everyone—only those who are ready to step up, dive in, and own their impact. Our team is built on championship-level talent, a winning mindset, and the drive to solve complex problems. At FRONTSTEPS, we challenge each other, push boundaries, and build industry-leading solutions together. If you’re looking for a place to grow, make a difference, and be part of something bigger, this is it.
POSITION OVERVIEW The QA Engineer is responsible for developing and executing automated test scripts. This role will be required to interact with product teams and engineers to ensure proper coverage of all test cases. This position is required to handle quality assurance questions and provide overall support to the Quality Assurance Department. The QA Automation Engineer is tasked with ensuring software produced by the company are free of defects and are manufactured in a way that complies with the company’s standards. The individual in this role has an AI first mindset. AI is used to understand requirements and build complete test cases. AI is also used to build automation for both front-end and back-end testing. All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. \n
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performing engineering duties, using AI, to develop Work Item tests, Regression tests, Smoke test, and Health checks Scripting/executing automated test cases and load/stress testing along with occasionally executing manual test cases as needed Create/maintain/execute automation for QA across all products in accordance with their appropriate sprint cadence Be flexible in daily assignments as we are a small group and cover each other on a regular basis Import any currently created automation scripts and debug accordingly to ensure they run properly Ability to debug/correct any issues with all created automation scripts Ensure all scripts are maintained and kept up to date according to the product specs Work independently while supporting being on the QA team and part of the overall engineering team Attend daily stand-up meetings as needed for the tests being executed/created Ability to do reports on both coverage and execution of test cases Enter any issues found with the product into the appropriate Azure board Maintain all testing resources needed for creation and execution of automation scripts Coordinate with the Support organization on cross team metrics Identifies and analyzes issues, bugs, defects, and other problems, particularly when problems recur in multiple products; recommends and facilitates solutions to these issues Quality Assurance is more than testing releases, but also includes work with the Engineering teams to build quality into the product software development life cycle (SDLC) Performs other duties as requested by management
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Performing engineering duties, using AI, to develop Work Item tests, Regression tests, Smoke test, and Health checks Scripting/executing automated test cases and load/stress testing along with occasionally executing manual test cases as needed Create/maintain/execute automation for QA across all products in accordance with their appropriate sprint cadence Be flexible in daily assignments as we are a small group and cover each other on a regular basis Import any currently created automation scripts and debug accordingly to ensure they run properly Ability to debug/correct any issues with all created automation scripts Ensure all scripts are maintained and kept up to date according to the product specs Work independently while supporting being on the QA team and part of the overall engineering team Attend daily stand-up meetings as needed for the tests being executed/created Ability to do reports on both coverage and execution of test cases Enter any issues found with the product into the appropriate Azure board Maintain all testing resources needed for creation and execution of automation scripts Coordinate with the Support organization on cross team metrics Identifies and analyzes issues, bugs, defects, and other problems, particularly when problems recur in multiple products; recommends and facilitates solutions to these issues Quality Assurance is more than testing releases, but also includes work with the Engineering teams to build quality into the product software development life cycle (SDLC) Performs other duties as requested by management
\n $85,000 - $105,000 a year The QA Automation Engineer role is based full-time out of FRONTSTEPS Denver, CO headquarters and pays an annual salary of $85,000 - $105,000. \n This position will remain open until filled, but at a minimum through November 26th, 2025.
Benefits include the following
- · Medical, Dental, and Vision
- · Company sponsored Life Insurance
- · Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- · FSA/HSA
- · Paid Time Off
- · Sick Time
- · Internet Reimbursement
- · 401k match
- FRONTSTEPS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.