Automation Engineer

DescriptionKforce is immediately seeking an experienced Automation Engineer in support of our enterprise telecommunications and mass media client based in Englewood, CO.Key Responsibilities:* Lead QA activities for a project, including planning, coordination, execution, reporting, and overall quality ownership* Develop comprehensive test plans and create detailed test cases for complex applications and distributed systems* Execute manual and automated regression testing within defined timelines and provide test execution reports and release sign-off* Take ownership of release testing, including end-to-end validation, coordination with stakeholders, and final quality assessment* Design, build, enhance, and maintain front-end and back-end automation frameworks using TypeScript/JavaScript, Cucumber, and Cypress* Write automation scripts for new test scenarios and enhance existing automation coverage* Understand and quickly adapt to existing manual and automation test suites* Identify, troubleshoot, and stabilize flaky automation test cases to improve reliability and pass rates* Perform detailed log analysis using tools such as Splunk to support defect investigation and root cause analysis* Validate data using database schemas and querying tools as part of functional and backend testing* Perform defect triage, validation, and re-testing, ensuring timely and thorough resolution* Define, track, and report quality assurance metrics, including defect trends, defect counts, test results, and test execution status* Ensure defects are documented with clear reproduction steps, expected versus actual results, and sufficient diagnostic details to drive efficient resolution* Work closely with development, product, and cross-functional stakeholders throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)Requirements* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience* 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, with strong expertise in both manual and automation testing* Proven experience in test planning, test case design, regression execution, release testing, and quality reporting for complex systems* Strong experience building and maintaining automation frameworks using TypeScript/JavaScript, Cucumber, and Playwright* Experience working in fast-paced delivery environments with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively* Hands-on experience with Cucumber over Cypress* Experience using Splunk or similar log analysis tools for troubleshooting and investigation* Experience with QMetry or similar test management tools* Good understanding of database schemas and experience with SQL or other querying tools* Strong understanding of front-end and back-end testing concepts* Strong understanding of QA processes across the full SDLC* Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities* Proficiency in TypeScript/JavaScript for test automation development* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills* Strong ownership mindset with the ability to lead QA efforts independently* Positive, proactive, and solution-oriented approach* Ability to review, maintain, and extend existing automation frameworks and test suites* Ability to influence, collaborate, and negotiate effectively across teamsJob TypeContractCompensation30 - $41