Sr. Automation QA Engineer

Synergy Business Innovation & Solutions is a premier implementer of cutting-edge software solutions. Synergy brings the experience and expertise necessary to deliver capability that provides tangible ROI to our customers. Synergy’s core areas of expertise are in the fields of Digital Transformation, Cloud Solutions, SaaS and Low-Code/No-Code solutions, Emerging Technologies, Data analytics and Visualization, Information Assurance, and Business Process Re-Engineering.Synergy offers its employees a generous portfolio of core and voluntary benefits including group medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k) with immediately vested company match, PTO/Sick Leave, 11 paid federal holidays, company paid life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition and training reimbursement, fitness/wellness reimbursement, a referral bonus program, and life management programs.At Synergy, you’ll be challenged and given the opportunity to grow in your career path. In fact, growth is such a big deal to us that you will have dedicated career coaches available for every employee, company-funded certification opportunities, education reimbursement, and a general open-door policy so that you have support when you need it. Our team is eager to learn, fast-paced, and quality-driven—if that sounds like you, Synergy has a position for you! This position is designated as work-from-home. Description: Synergy is seeking an experienced Senior Automation Engineer to spearhead automation initiatives and enhance software quality for a government client headquartered in Fort Collins, CO. In this role, you will design and implement scalable automation frameworks, streamline testing processes, and lead a team of automation engineers. Working closely with cross-functional teams—including Development, DevOps, Product Management, and Quality Assurance—you will build and optimize automated processes that improve product quality and accelerate speed of delivery. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in Quality Assurance Automation, specifically for UI and server-based applications, with demonstrated expertise in creating and maintaining automation scripts. A strong grasp of software engineering and quality assurance standards, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and various testing methodologies (e.g., performance, load, and usability testing) is essential. 508 compliance experience is a plus. Essential Functions & Duties:Candidates for the Senior Automation Engineer role should bring a robust understanding of automation frameworks, test methodologies, and software development best practices. Technical proficiencies and responsibilities include:

• Technical Leadership: Provide strategic direction on automation initiatives, mentor junior team members, and set best practices for automation within the team.
• Technical Oversight: Evaluate, recommend, and implement tools and strategies to support automation and improve quality assurance across complex applications.
• Test Automation Development: Ability to design, create, and maintain automated test scripts that ensure repeatable and reliable testing processes. Knowledge of incorporating dynamic data into test scripts to reflect realistic scenarios.
• Scripting & Coding: Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript) for writing automation tests. Experience with object-oriented programming principles is a plus.
• API Testing: Experience in testing RESTful and SOAP APIs, including the ability to perform validation using tools like Postman, JMeter, or other API testing frameworks.
• Performance & Load Testing: Hands-on experience with performance testing using tools like HPE Performance Center (LoadRunner), JMeter, or equivalent. Ability to analyze and present load/performance test results to stakeholders.
• Tool Proficiency: Familiarity with industry-standard testing tools, including but not limited to Selenium for UI automation, X-Ray or ALM for test management, and Git for version control. Additional experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins and GitLab is beneficial.
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC): Strong understanding of SDLC models, particularly Agile, and the ability to adapt testing practices to fit within iterative and incremental delivery models.
• Database Proficiency: Competency in SQL for test validation, data setup, and verification. Ability to create complex queries for testing data conditions and results.
• Configuration and Environment Management: Knowledge of configuring testing environments using Docker, OpenShift, and virtualized environments to ensure consistency across testing environments.
• 508 Compliance Testing: Familiarity with accessibility standards and experience in ensuring application compliance with 508 guidelines is a plus.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with development, product, and support teams to address issues, identify risk areas, and ensure that applications meet quality standards.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain thorough documentation of testing procedures, test cases, and results. Communicate issues, risks, and progress clearly to stakeholders and leadership.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively engage in process improvement initiatives to enhance testing methodologies, tools, and practices across the team.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and training to junior team members on QA best practices, automation techniques, and testing strategies.

Skills, Qualifications and Certifications of Best Candidates:

• Problem Solving: Analytical thinker with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues, propose solutions, and follow through with corrective actions.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing requirements and work under tight deadlines while maintaining high attention to detail.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• 5+ years of automated testing experience preferred
• Experience with automated testing tools. FitNesse and HPE LoadRunner are a plus.
• Experience creating, maintaining and evaluating software automation test scripts (including incorporation of dynamic test data).
• Experience utilizing Python and JavaScript
• Experience with Linux, JBoss and Appian.
• 508 Certification preferred 
• Familiarity with Docker/OpenShift and virtualized environments
• Candidates may need to gain the Security+ certification 

Citizenship or Work Authorization Required:

• Ability to attain Federal Government Position of Trust
• Must be a U.S. citizen 
• Must pass a background investigation.
  

Required Education & Experience:   

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering degree; or an Engineering degree from an accredited* institution. A required certification may be accepted in lieu of education requirement. *The U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs located at https://amspub.abet.org/aps/name-search?searchType=institution identifies accredited postsecondary institutions and programs that are within the U.S. and its territories.  

Required Certification:

• In accordance with DOD Cyber Workforce Qualifications Matrices Management, Security+ is required for candidates that do not possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering degree; or a degree in Engineering from an accredited* institution. https://amspub.abet.org/aps/name-search?searchType=institution

Compensation for roles at Synergy varies depending on a wide variety of factors including but not limited to the requirements of the role; education and certifications; knowledge, training, skills and abilities; level of experience; geographic location; and alignment with market data, law, and other business and organizational needs. As required by local law, the posted pay range represents the lowest to the highest pay that Synergy believes in good faith it might pay for this particular job, depending on the circumstances. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current pay range is: $150,000 – $175,000. Synergy will accept application s for this role until January 25, 2025 Essential Job Function Physical Requirements: The physical requirements of this position are critical in evaluating the qualifications and abilities of an applicant or employee. The physical efforts needed to perform the essential duties of this job 90% of the time are repetitive motions, grasping, holding, and finger dexterity of the hands, reading, writing, eye-hand coordination, color distinction, and full visual abilities, hearing, talking, sitting, and use of IT equipment, phones, and office machines.To a reduced degree, <30% of the time, candidates may have to stand, walk, lift 0-30 pounds, push or pull objects, climb stairs, bend, squat, reach, drive a car, or work overtime.Synergy is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against applicants for employment or its employees on the basis of age, race (including hair texture/style), creed, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, sex, medical condition, pregnancy (childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, personal appearance, organ donation and hair length associated with race, genetic information or characteristics, family responsibilities, familial status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sexual offense, or stalking, political affiliation, arrest records and criminal convictions, credit information, matriculation, homeless status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local law. Discrimination or harassment based upon these protected categories is expressly prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including job selection, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline and termination.#LI-REMOTE Apply