Job#: 2079251

Job Description:

Location: Hybrid – Hopkins, MN (3 days onsite per week)

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a highly skilled QA Automation Engineer with deep expertise in test automation, mobile testing, and API integration. This role requires strong technical capabilities, leadership skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams in a fast-paced, Agile environment.

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web, mobile, and API testing.
• Lead and mentor offshore QA teams with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with developers and QA analysts to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and related tools.
• Conduct testing across native mobile apps and mobile browsers using tools like Appium and Android Studio.
• Integrate and automate API testing using Rest-Assured, Postman, Karate, and other tools.
• Develop and maintain BDD frameworks using Cucumber and Gherkin.
• Utilize cloud-based testing platforms such as Sauce Labs for scalable test execution.
• Perform SQL queries and manage JDBC connectivity for data validation.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning and retrospectives.
• Ensure compliance with automation best practices and maintain detailed documentation.

• Languages: Java, Groovy, JavaScript
• Automation Tools & Frameworks: Maven, TestNG, ExtentReports, Selenium, Appium, Protractor, WebdriverIO
• API Testing: Rest-Assured, Postman, Apache, Karate, SOAP UI, MuleSoft, Apigee
• BDD Frameworks: Cucumber, Gherkin
• Cloud Testing: Sauce Labs
• CI/CD & DevOps: Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub
• Databases: SQL, JDBC
• Agile Tools: Jira, VersionOne
• Mobile Testing: Native apps and mobile browsers

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proven leadership in managing offshore QA teams
• Effective problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to work independently and drive quality initiatives

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.