Senior QA Automation Engineer (Contract – 12 Months, Potential Extension)

Join Robert Half's prestigious client in Princeton, New Jersey, United States as a Senior QA Automation Engineer. This exciting 12-month contract role, with strong potential for extension, offers a prime opportunity to leverage your expertise in automated testing for data pipelines, analytics workflows, and cloud-based data platforms. If you're passionate about ensuring high-quality software delivery through advanced QA automation, SQL mastery, Python scripting, and Databricks proficiency, this position is your next career milestone.

About the Role

As a Senior QA Automation Engineer, you will be at the forefront of quality assurance for innovative data-driven projects. Reporting to the engineering leadership, you'll focus on building robust automated testing solutions that guarantee reliability across complex data ecosystems. This role demands a deep understanding of modern data technologies, including Databricks for workflow orchestration and Python for data processing validation. With work hours set from 8 AM to 5 PM EST, you'll enjoy a structured schedule in a collaborative environment. Princeton, NJ, provides an ideal backdrop with its proximity to top tech hubs and academic institutions like Princeton University, fostering innovation and professional networking. Robert Half places you in this high-impact position, where your contributions directly influence product reliability and release velocity.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day will involve hands-on technical work and strategic collaboration:

• Design and Develop Automated Tests: Create sophisticated automated test suites for Databricks workflows, ensuring seamless validation of Python-based data processing pipelines.
• Build and Maintain Test Frameworks: Architect and sustain scalable test frameworks powered by Python and SQL, optimized for performance and maintainability.
• CI/CD Integration: Seamlessly integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, with bonus points for Harness experience to accelerate deployment cycles.
• Test Case Management: Author, maintain, and execute comprehensive test cases covering new and existing user stories, achieving maximum coverage.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, product, and data teams to define testing strategies that uphold consistent release quality.
• SonarQube Support: Contribute to the SonarQube rollout by developing tests for code quality reporting and compliance initiatives.

These responsibilities position you as a pivotal player in delivering enterprise-grade software solutions.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this role, bring the following expertise:

• 5+ years in QA automation engineering, with a focus on data and cloud environments.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python for test development and data validation.
• Hands-on experience with Databricks for workflow testing and big data platforms.
• Demonstrated success building test frameworks and integrating with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab, or Harness.
• Familiarity with SonarQube, cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP), and data pipeline technologies.
• Strong analytical mindset, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to quality.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Availability for Princeton, NJ location (hybrid options may be considered).

Bonus: Experience with analytics workflows, ETL processes, or Agile/Scrum methodologies will set you apart.

Why Join Us?

Robert Half offers unparalleled access to top-tier contracts like this one, with a competitive salary context around $45/hour (equating to $90K-$120K annualized for full-time equivalent). Beyond compensation, enjoy the benefits of working with a leading innovator in data technologies, professional development opportunities, and the vibrant Princeton community. This role promises exposure to cutting-edge tools, meaningful impact on high-stakes projects, and potential for long-term placement. Advance your career in QA automation, data engineering, and cloud computing with Robert Half—apply today and elevate your expertise in Princeton, New Jersey!

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