Software Automation Test Engineer

Location: Austin, TX, US

Employment Type: OTHER

Overview

WHO WE ARE:

Beyondsoft is a leading mid-sized business IT and consulting company that combines modern technologies and proven methodologies to tailor solutions that move your business forward.Our global head office is based in Singapore, and our team is made up of a diversely talented team of experts who thrive on innovation and pushing the bounds of technology to solve our customers’ most pressing challenges.When it comes time to deliver, we set our sights on that sweet spot where brilliance, emerging technologies, best practices, and accountability converge. We have a global presence spanning four continents (North America, South America, Europe, and Asia). Our global network of talent and customer-centric engagement model enables us to provide top-quality services on an unprecedented scale.

WHAT WE’RE ABOUT:We believe that collaboration, transparency, and accountability are the values that guide our business, our delivery, and our brand. Everyone has something to bring to the table, and we believe in working together with our peers and clients to leverage the best of one another in everything we do. When we proactively collaborate, business decisions become easier, innovation is greater, and outcomes are better.Our ability to achieve our mission and live out our values depends upon a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. So, we strive to foster a workplace where people have the respect, support, and voice they deserve, where innovative ideas flourish, and where people can unleash their brilliance. For more information regarding DEI at Beyondsoft, please go to https://www.beyondsoft.com/diversity/.

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:We are currently hiring a Software Automation Test Engineer to support our global, high-tech software client onsite in Austin, Texas. In this position you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated test scripts and frameworks to ensure the quality and reliability of software applications for hardware. This mid-level role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, identifying opportunities for automation, and continuously improving the testing process. This is a full-time, long-term, 100% onsite position with a standard Monday-Friday day shift work week. Candidates must be local to the Austin area and cannot require visa sponsorship.

 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: 

• Designing and implementing robust, scalable, and maintainable automation test suites using industry-standard tools and frameworks (e.g., PyElement, Selenium, Cypress, Robot Framework, etc.).
• Developing and maintaining reusable test automation libraries, utilities, and frameworks to improve testing efficiency and coverage
• Collaborating with software developers, product managers, and quality assurance teams to understand requirements, identify test scenarios, and prioritize automation efforts.
• Analyzing and interpreting test results, generate detailed reports, and providing recommendations for improving the software development lifecycle.
• Automating end-to-end testing, integration testing, regression testing, and other types of testing for use on hardware as required.
• Continuously optimizing and refining the automation test suites to ensure their effectiveness and efficiency.

 

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years of experience in software testing, with a strong focus on test automation is mandatory.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience is required. Additional certifications in software testing, automation, or agile practices (e.g., ISTQB, CSAA, CSM) is a plus.
• Proficiency in Python is required. Additionally, having proficiency in Java, JavaScript, C# is favorable.
• Professional, hands-on experience in designing, writing and implementing automated test frameworks and scripts for software on hardware using tools like PyElement (highly preferred), Selenium, Cypress, Robot Framework, or similar is mandatory.
• Familiarity with Agile/DevOps methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
• Understanding of software development lifecycles and software testing best practices is essential.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically about testing challenges are necessary.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
• Excellent business communication and collaboration skills with the ability to relate well and work effectively with customers, cross-functional teams and co-workers is essential. 

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Additional experience in performance testing, security testing, and other specialized testing domains is a plus.
• Experience in test automation framework development and maintenance is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms and containerization technologies is advantageous.

 

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER:

Because we know how important our people are to the success of our clients, it’s a priority to make sure we stay committed to our employees and making Beyondsoft a great place to work. We take pride in offering competitive compensation and benefits along with a company culture that embodies continuous learning, growth, and training with a dedicated focus on employee satisfaction and work/life balance.

• A competitive pay of $28-$30/hr., depending on experience.
• 10 days per year of Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 8 paid holidays + 1 personal floating holiday.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Eligible employees (and their families) are offered the following company-sponsored benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings account (HSA), short-term and long-term disability, employee assistance plan (EAP), and basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Eligible employees (and their families) are offered the following voluntary employee-funded benefits: Health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, commuter benefits, voluntary accident & critical injury coverage, voluntary long-term care coverage, and voluntary life and AD&D insurance.

Beyondsoft provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, and the full employee lifecycle up through and including termination.