STAND 8 provides end to end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and with offices in Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, Atlanta, and more; including internationally in Mexico and India.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Automation QA Engineer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies while driving quality and excellence in enterprise-level solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform static analysis of user stories and requirements; identify ambiguities and communicate them to stakeholders.
- Create test documentation and execute test phases according to the plan.
- Deliver clear, accurate, and timely reporting of test results.
- Collaborate effectively with project stakeholders, representing QA in progress and status meetings.
- Estimate testing efforts with accuracy, including contingency planning.
- Act as a subject matter expert on assigned projects and share knowledge with the team.
- Contribute actively to both automation and manual testing across Component, Functional, Usability, Exploratory, Sanity, Regression, Integration, and End-to-End testing.
- Research and recommend test tools, methodologies, and trends to improve QA practices and processes.
- Drive continuous improvements in testing efficiency and quality across the team.
Desired Skills & Experience
Proven industry experience and track record in software testing .Strong understanding of testing methodologies, practices, and terminology with the ability to apply them independently.Excellent time management, organizational, and analytical skills.Comfortable with pair programming, code reviews, and collaborative development practices .Understanding of software engineering principles (SOLID, design patterns, TDD / BDD).Proficiency with version control tools (Git / GitHub) and code quality best practices.Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines and build configurations.Intermediate knowledge in at least one :Programming language (Java, C#) ORScripting language (JavaScript, Python).Experience with test frameworks / runners such as JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber, Gherkin, Selenium, Appium, or Cypress.Ability to read and scale automation test code .Knowledge of API testing (XML / JSON / REST / SOAP).Hands-on with tools like JIRA, GitHub, Zephyr , and proxy tools like Charles / Fiddler .Strong troubleshooting skills with application / network logs.Familiarity with :Media streaming technologies (DASH / HLS, DRM solutions such as Widevine, FairPlay).Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).Cloud computing (preferably AWS).Monitoring tools (e.g., Grafana).Additional Details
The base range for this contract position is $60-70 / per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered.
About Us
STAND 8 provides end-to-end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and globally with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Mexico, Japan, India, and more. STAND 8 focuses on the "bleeding edge" of technology and leverages automation, process, marketing, and over fifteen years of success and growth to provide a world-class experience for our customers, partners, and employees.
Our mission is to impact the world positively by creating success through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY.
Check out more at www.stand8.io; and reach out today to explore opportunities to grow together!