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QA Automation Engineer

Westford, MA · On-site

Westford, MA Job Title: QA Automation Engineer Job Order #AKAR678 Date Posted: July 5th, 2018 Valid ... Software QA manual testing experience is required * Software QA automation test experience is ...

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How much do software quality assurance automation engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for software quality assurance automation engineer in the United States is $51.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.55 and $59.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Software Quality Assurance Automation Engineer vs Software Tester?

AspectSoftware Quality Assurance Automation EngineerSoftware Tester
Primary FocusDeveloping and maintaining automated testing scripts to ensure software qualityExecuting manual or automated tests to identify bugs and issues
Skills & CertificationsProgramming skills, automation tools, scripting languages, certifications like ISTQBTesting methodologies, attention to detail, basic scripting knowledge
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with developers, QA teams, often in Agile settingsWorks closely with QA teams, often in manual testing environments
Tools UsedSelenium, QTP, TestComplete, JenkinsJIRA, TestRail, manual testing tools

While both roles focus on software quality, the Software Quality Assurance Automation Engineer specializes in creating automated tests to improve efficiency, whereas the Software Tester primarily performs manual testing to identify issues. The automation engineer requires programming skills and automation tool expertise, making their role more technical and development-oriented.

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Infographic showing various Software Quality Assurance Automation Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,997 per year, or $51.4 per hour.

Software QA Automation Engineer

Indianapolis, IN

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Job Summary: As a Mid-Level Software QA Automation Engineer, you will be a key contributor to creating automation testing strategies. You will work closely with Developers, QA Engineers, and Business Analysts to grow your knowledge and implement effective automation solutions to ensure a high-quality product. Main Accountabilities: ï‚· Develop, document and execute End-to-end automation suite as part of the overall build and deployment lifecycle ï‚· Collaborate with senior automation engineers to understand requirements and contribute to the development of effective test strategies ï‚· Active participant in all Agile ceremonies such as Sprint Planning, Refinement, and Retrospectives. ï‚· Utilize test automation frameworks and tools, such as Selenium, Playwright, or Cypress, under the guidance of senior automation engineers. ï‚· Oversee test execution, monitor results, and generate reports. ï‚· Work closely with developers and quality assurance professionals to investigate and report software defects ï‚· Collaborate with the broader quality assurance team to follow established quality standards and processes Qualifications: ï‚· BS in Computer Science or related field ï‚· Strong knowledge of QA methodology, process, and tools ï‚· 3-5 years software development experience focusing on test automation using JavaScript/Typescript ï‚· 3-5 years experience in test automation frameworks like Jest, Mocha, Selenium, Cypress, and related technologies ï‚· At least 3+ years of working directly with relational databases and scripting (MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.) ï‚· Experience with designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Gitlab, Git, etc. ï‚· Experience with testing protocols and APIs (REST or GraphQL) ï‚· Ability to perform peer reviews on code and design ï‚· Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process ï‚· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision ï‚· High level of creativity and quick problem-solving capabilities ï‚· Detail oriented with strong focus on code and product quality ï‚· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Bonus points if you have experience in: ï‚· API(GraphQL) testing using Postman, JMeter, or Insomnia ï‚· Postgres SQL DB ï‚· Performance testing

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