Role & seniority
- QA / Test Automation Architect (QA Automation Architect)
- Senior/Lead level: 12+ years experience; 1–2 years leading/senior responsibility
- Employment: Full-Time or Contract-to-hire
- Work authorization: USC only (security clearance required)
Stack/tools
- Mandatory: Playwright
- Required: UFT, UiPath, Agile QA processes
- AI automation: AI Automation Architect / AI-driven testing tools (preferred)
- Framework/engineering: test automation frameworks, TDD, grey-box testing
- CI/CD (preferred): Jenkins, Azure DevOps
- Other context: Windows & macOS, Microsoft 365
- Optional tech: cloud, microservices, APIs, modern web/mobile stacks, accessibly WCAG
Top 3 responsibilities
- Design and maintain test automation frameworks (architecture + ongoing improvements)
- Lead automation strategy using Playwright/UFT/UiPath; implement test harnesses and optimize test cases
- Integrate automated testing into CI/CD (preferred) and align tests with business/technical requirements, including accessibility standards
Must-have skills
- 12+ years in QA/test automation; proven QA Automation Architect experience
- Hands-on expertise in Playwright
- Strong knowledge of Agile, QA processes, TDD, and grey-box testing
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects independently
- Solid OS knowledge (Windows/macOS) and **Microsoft

Full Description

Employment Type: Full-Time / Contract to hire

Visa type: Only USC

Work Authorization: Must be a USC (U.S. Citizen & Candidates need to clear security clearance).

Required Skills 12+ years of experience in QA / Test Automation-Proven experience as a QA Automation Architect

Strong hands-on expertise in: Playwright (Mandatory) AI Automation Architect

· Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
· 12+ years of experience in QA Automation Engineering, with at least 1-2 years in a lead or senior role.
· Strong experience in test automation using UFT and UiPath.
· In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies and QA processes.
· Experience in Test Driven Development (TDD) and grey box testing techniques.
· Solid understanding of both Windows and Mac operating systems and Microsoft 365 environments.
· Ability to work independently and manage multiple complex projects.
· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
· Strong commitment to delivering high-quality software quickly and efficiently.

· Experience with modern automation tools and frameworks beyond UFT/UiPath.
· Knowledge of CI/CD pipeline integration (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps).
· Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
nce and Software Quality Assurance skills, including experience with testing methodologies, defect management, and risk-based testing.
Candidates should possess expertise in designing and maintaining Test Automation frameworks, integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, and selecting appropriate automation tools.
Candidates should possess skills in creating, reviewing, and optimizing Test Cases that align with business requirements, technical specifications, and accessibility standards.
Candidates should possess solid Software Development skills (e.g., in languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#) to build and extend automation frameworks and test harnesses.
Experience with AI-driven testing tools, Autonomous Quality Engineering concepts, and WCAG accessibility testing is highly beneficial.
Familiarity with cloud-based environments, microservices architectures, APIs, and modern web and mobile application stacks is preferred.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative, and cross-functional setting.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.