IT QA Engineer Automated 3 at MMC Group

Throughout the past 30 years plus MMC one of the most trusted names in workforce management services has successfully delivered strategic solutions to large and small businesses in numerous industries.We have built our reputation on partnering with our clients and candidates to achieve the desired results. Our recruiting professionals have extensive experience matching the right candidate to the right client for the right position. We provide the best opportunities to the most talented candidates in a multitude of industries. MMC is a privately owned business with corporate headquarters in Irving Texas. With 2000 employees working in 40 states MMC is able to support all United States locations and some international locations. We appreciate your interest in reviewing this particular position and we encourage you to visit our website where you can always search and apply for opportunities at Benefits with MMC GroupMMC offers health insurance plans for our active candidates on assignment including: Medical dental and vision coverageLife and disability insuranceAdditional voluntary benefitsJoin MMC and enjoy the support of a team that values your well-being both on and off the job.MMC strives to ensure all job posting confirm details of the position the rate of pay and acknowledge medical benefits are offered. Get started on your career journey today! Apply to become a part of the MMC Team! We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.Job Title: QA Engineer Automated Testing (Level 3)Location: Austin TX 78751Work Arrangement: Hybrid onsite and teleworkSchedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. excluding State holidaysContract Dates: January 5 2026 through August 31 2026Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer (Level 3) to support automated and manual testing efforts for enterprise applications in a hybrid environment. This role requires a senior-level professional with eight or more years of experience strong judgment and the ability to plan and execute complex testing initiatives with minimal direction. Creativity autonomy and the ability to work in an agile fast-paced environment are critical.Key Responsibilities Design develop and maintain automated test scripts including the creation of execution plans and automation documentation. Develop execute and maintain both manual and automated test cases aligned to business and technical requirements. Prepare comprehensive UAT test cases and conduct walkthroughs with business stakeholders. Track test execution progress document results and provide detailed reporting. Log track and manage defects using Jira ensuring proper categorization and prioritization. Develop and maintain requirements traceability matrices. Collaborate with development teams across dev test and UAT environments and troubleshoot defects as needed. Perform SQL-based validation using CRUD operations. Conduct API testing using Postman or similar tools including automation where applicable. Execute various test types including unit integration regression smoke user acceptance system stress and performance testing. Ensure authentication authorization and user-permission workflows are validated through automated test scripts. Utilize Xray for test management and contribute to Agile ceremonies and sprint deliverables. Use UFT for automation scripting and test execution. Support accessibility testing and validation in accordance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards. Communicate complex technical information clearly both verbally and in writing. Work independently and collaboratively to meet aggressive project timelines and delivery milestones. Respond to testing-related inquiries resolve issues and manage multiple assignments efficiently. Accurately track and report time spent on project activities and estimate efforts for upcoming changes or enhancements.Required Skills and Experience 8 years of experience writing and executing test cases and test plans. 8 years of experience with usability concepts requirements traceability and the full SDLC. 8 years of experience using Xray Test Case Management and Jira. 8 years of experience with advanced SQL queries including CRUD operations. 8 years of experience with automated testing using UFT. 8 years of experience executing and automating API tests using Postman SOAPUI JMETER or similar tools. Experience across all testing types: unit integration regression smoke UAT system stress and performance. Strong defect tracking and documentation skills. Proven experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.Preferred Qualifications 5 years of experience with Object-Oriented Programming concepts. 5 years of experience performing accessibility testing and using assistive technology tools ensuring WCAG 2.1 AA compliance. 5 years of experience supporting projects for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) or similar state agencies. Key Skills Corporate Communications,Apache Commons,Community Support,Jira,Java Employment Type : Contract Experience: years Vacancy: 1