Job Title: Senior QA Automation Engineer (UFT / SQL)Work Type: Hybrid - 2 days onsite (Mon & Tues), 3 days remoteLocation: 701 W 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751Rate Range: Up to $58/hrWork Authorization: GC, USC, All valid EADs except H1BDepartment: Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)Solicitation Number: 529601470Response Deadline: 08/04/2025 @ 5:00 PM (CT):The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks an experienced Senior QA Automation Engineer to support test automation, quality assurance, and CI/CD efforts. The candidate must demonstrate strong scripting skills, UFT experience, and proficiency in SQL and Agile practices.Responsibilities:Develop, execute, and maintain automated test suites using UFT or similar tools.Write and optimize SQL and PL/SQL queries for backend validation.Collaborate with stakeholders to define test plans, traceability matrices, and UAT coordination.Utilize scripting languages (JavaScript, VBScript, Python) to support test automation.Work with Jira to manage tasks and track project deliverables.Contribute to Agile teams and follow SDLC methodologies.Support CI/CD pipeline integration and QA processes.Minimum Requirements:Skill / ExperienceYearsRequired / PreferredVerbal/written communication with peers and stakeholders8RequiredDeveloping test suites in UFT or equivalent8RequiredSQL and PL/SQL expertise8RequiredRequirements traceability matrix development6PreferredTest plan creation and UAT coordination6PreferredTest script development and execution6PreferredExperience with general IT SDLC processes6PreferredAgile SDLC exposure, Jira usage4PreferredAgile project methodologies experience1Preferred