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Automation Scripting Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: QA Automation Engineer Location: Chicago, IL Job Type: Only W2 · Design, develop, and ... scripting. · Experience with API testing using Postman, Rest Assured, or similar tools. · ...

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... automation scripting, execution, and analysis of results • Provide technical leadership and mentoring for test engineers on multiple applications/projects onshore and offshore; train and mentor ...

MLOps Automation Senior Lead Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$107K - $140K/yr

Strong automation scripting skills * Experience in configuration management, test-driven development, and release management. * Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. * Experience with agile ...

Jira Administrator (Automation, Scripting & Agentic AI) Location: Remote (Candidate must be available in Mountain Time zone) Key Responsibilities * Jira Platform Administration * Manage and evolve ...

... automation scripts for Release Automation Support and implement continuous delivery automation ... BASH/Shell scripting in Linux environment Experience with PowerShell scripting in Windows ...

... scripting and automation. • Playwright, Selenium, Appium, or API automation experience. • Genuine understanding of how LLMs and AI models work - not just surface-level familiarity.

Cloud Architect

Chicago, IL · On-site

$67 - $85.25/hr

Strong knowledge of templating and automation scripting, CI/CD such as Power-shell, Chef, Ansible, and Puppet, Terraform code. * Experience in implementing Cloud Governance best practices across ...

Cloud Architect

Chicago, IL · On-site

$67 - $85.25/hr

Strong knowledge of templating and automation scripting, CI/CD such as Power-shell, Chef, Ansible, and Puppet, Terraform code. Experience in implementing Cloud Governance best practices across Azure ...

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How much do automation scripting jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for automation scripting in Chicago, IL is $110,356.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,100.00 and $127,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Automation Scripting vs Test Automation Engineer?

AspectAutomation ScriptingTest Automation Engineer
Required CredentialsBasic programming knowledge, scripting languages (Python, Bash)Programming skills, testing frameworks, sometimes certifications in testing
Work EnvironmentDeveloping scripts for automation tasks across various systemsDesigning, developing, and maintaining automated test scripts for software testing
Industry UsageUsed in IT, DevOps, system administrationPrimarily in software development and quality assurance

Automation Scripting involves creating scripts to automate routine tasks, while Test Automation Engineers focus on automating software testing processes. Both roles require programming skills, but Test Automation Engineers typically have a stronger emphasis on testing frameworks and quality assurance practices.

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QA Automation Engineer

Synergie Systems

Chicago, IL • On-site

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Job description

Job Title: QA Automation Engineer

Location: Chicago, IL

Job Type: Only W2

Job Description:

·       Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web, API, and mobile applications.

·       Create and execute functional, regression, integration, smoke, and end-to-end test cases.

·       Develop and maintain automation frameworks using industry-standard tools.

·       Perform API testing using tools such as Postman or Rest Assured.

·       Identify, document, and track software defects using defect management tools.

·       Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and product owners to understand requirements and ensure test coverage.

·       Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.

·       Analyze test results and provide detailed reports to stakeholders.

·       Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

·       Continuously improve testing processes, automation coverage, and quality standards.

Required Qualifications:

·       Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

·       1–3 years of experience in QA Automation.

·       Strong experience with automation tools such as Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, or Playwright.

·       Proficiency in Java, Python, or JavaScript for automation scripting.

·       Experience with API testing using Postman, Rest Assured, or similar tools.

·       Knowledge of SQL for database validation.

·       Experience with version control systems such as Git.

·       Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or GitHub Actions.

·       Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

·       Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Experience with BDD frameworks such as Cucumber.

·       Knowledge of performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner.

·       Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

·       Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.

·       ISTQB Certification is a plus.

Technical Skills:

·       Selenium WebDriver

·       Cypress or Playwright

·       Java / Python / JavaScript

·       API Testing (Postman, Rest Assured)

·       SQL

·       Jenkins / Azure DevOps / GitHub Actions

·       Git

·       JIRA

·       Agile/Scrum

·       Docker (Preferred)