QA Automation Engineering

QA Automation Engineer

Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.

At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.

We are seeking a QA Automation Engineer with 5+ years of experience to lead quality engineering efforts across web and API platforms. This role requires deep expertise in automation frameworks, performance testing, and CI/CD integration, along with the ability to design scalable test strategies and drive quality across the SDLC.

Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using tools such as Playwright and Selenium

Define and implement end-to-end test strategies, scenarios, and test data for complex systems

Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions) to enable continuous testing

Lead API testing efforts (REST/GraphQL) and validate service integrations

Own and lead performance testing initiatives; Generate detailed test and performance reports with actionable insights

Collaborate with engineering, product, and DevOps teams in Agile environments

Perform database validation and backend testing using SQL

Mentor junior QA engineers and promote best practices in automation and quality engineering

5+ years of experience in QA automation and software testing for enterprise applications

• Strong hands-on experience with Playwright and Selenium automation frameworks
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, or Python)
• Experience designing and maintaining automation frameworks (UI + API)
• Strong experience integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows
• Proven experience leading performance testing (e.g., Solid experience with API testing tools (Postman, Swagger, REST clients)
• Strong SQL skills with experience in relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL)
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and understanding SDLC best practices
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline.

Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS

Exposure to AI-assisted testing tools or intelligent test automation

Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources.

We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives.