26-2250: Sr. QA Automation Engineer - Adelphi, MD in Adelphi, Maryland at Navitas Business Consulting

Sr. QA Automation Engineer
Job ID#: 26-2250
Clearance: Must be a US Citizen
Location: Adelphi, MD

Who We Are:
Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.

What We Do:
At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.

What You’ll Do:
As a Senior QA Automation Engineer, you will lead automation strategy, framework development, and quality engineering efforts across SaaS and integrated enterprise applications. You will serve as a technical expert, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive continuous improvement in testing practices, tooling, and automation maturity.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Lead automation architecture, framework design, and QA best practices.
• Develop and maintain automated test suites using Playwright (TypeScript) and Java-based frameworks.
• Build scalable, reusable automation libraries integrated with CI/CD pipelines.
• Execute functional, integration, regression, and performance testing across SaaS platforms and backend systems.
• Conduct API testing using Postman, Java frameworks, and SQL-based backend validation.
• Ensure compliance with OpenAPI and Swagger specifications.
• Lead performance testing using JMeter, including test design, execution, and analysis.
• Partner with product owners and business stakeholders to clarify requirements and identify risks.
• Support and lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT), including demos and walkthroughs.
• Identify, document, and track defects while collaborating closely with development teams.
• Develop and maintain test strategies, test plans, and comprehensive documentation.
• Drive improvements in Agile QA processes and automation maturity.
• Evaluate and implement new automation and AI-driven testing tools.
• Mentor junior QA team members and contribute to overall quality engineering excellence.

What You’ll Need:

• 7+ years of QA experience blending manual and automation testing.
• Expert-level experience with Java-based automation frameworks and Playwright (TypeScript).
• Strong proficiency in API testing, backend validation, and SQL.
• Hands-on experience with JMeter for performance testing.
• Experience testing SaaS applications, integrations, and workflow-driven systems.
• Strong CI/CD integration skills using Git-based pipelines.
• Familiarity with MuleSoft Anypoint, OpenAPI, and Swagger.
• Proficiency with defect tracking and test management tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate UI/API requirements.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Set Yourself Apart With:

• Experience with OnBase workflows.
• Experience with DocuSign integrations.
• Demonstrated leadership in automation strategy or framework modernization.
• Hands-on experience integrating AI tools into QA workflows.
• Prior experience supporting UAT at an enterprise scale.

Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources.

Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.