QA Automation Engineer

Iris''s client, a big four auditing firm, is currently searching for a strong Quality Engineering (QE) Engineer .

Job title: Quality Engineering (QE) Engineer

Location: Hybrid (Jersey City, NJ)

Duration: 24 months

Skills: Selenium WebDriver or Playwright,

Only w2, No C2C (own corporation is fine)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Engineering (QE) Engineer to join our technology team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of web-based applications through robust test automation and quality engineering practices. This role requires expertise in either Selenium or Playwright automation frameworks along with strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, CI/CD processes, and Agile delivery models.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium or Playwright.
• Create and execute functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end test cases.
• Collaborate closely with developers, business analysts, product owners, and DevOps teams throughout the SDLC.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and work with development teams for resolution.
• Implement and maintain test automation frameworks and reusable testing assets.

Required Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, QA Automation, or Software Testing.
• Hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver or Playwright.
• Strong programming skills in Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, or Python or .net.
• Experience with test frameworks such as TestNG, JUnit, Jest, or similar.
• Knowledge of API testing using tools such as Postman, Rest Assured, or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with BDD frameworks such as Cucumber.
• Knowledge of performance and non-functional testing concepts.
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Understanding of database testing and SQL queries.
• Experience working in enterprise-scale digital transformation programs.
• Relevant certifications in software testing or quality engineering.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.