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QA Automation Engineer (Java/Selenium)

Current job openings at Peterson Technology Partners
Current job openings at Peterson Technology Partners
Details
  • Req No : 105985
  • Number of Position : 1
  • Priority : High
Location

Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Employment Type
  • Work Authorization Status : greencard, h1b, h4ead, l2ead, opt, uscitizen
  • Duration : 6 months+
  • Location : Onsite
Technical Profile
  • Professional Experience : 4-5 years
  • Primary Skills : Java, Groovy, Playwright, Restassured
  • Additional Notes : contract

Job Description:

Our client is seeking an experienced Software Developer to be embedded within its QA organization. This resource will be tasked with developing comprehensive test-automation solutions to validate frontend web user-interfaces and backend APIs.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in Java, with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming. They will also have a knack for writing clean, readable, and maintainable code.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Use Java and/or Groovy to develop, enhance, and maintain code that is designed to verify the quality of software across all layers (Unit, Service, and UI).
  • Help identify gaps in test coverage and develop quality test code to fill such gaps.
  • Actively participate in code reviews to ensure that object-oriented design best-practices are followed at all times.
  • Proactively work with Product, QA, and Development right from inception through functional validation and launch.
  • Assist with issue triaging and root cause analysis.
  • Take pride and ownership over the quality of the product being shipped.

Experience And Qualifications:

  • Hands on Software Developer with 4-5 years of professional Java development experience.
  • Proven skills in utilizing Junit/TestNG for testing.
  • Firm understanding of Agile Development (Scrum, Kanban, Lean, XP, etc)
  • Data driven, with strong problem-solving skills with analytical capabilities to be able to support theories/solutions using underlying data.
  • Ability to critique work of self and others constructively.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Enthusiastic and energetic with an inherent curiosity to break code and stress test it!

Preferred Skills:

  • Hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver and/or Appium.
  • Understanding of CI/CD automation pipelines using Jenkins, and Docker.
  • Familiarity with Linux or UNIX operating systems.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent with minimum of 4+ years of Java development experience.

Salary/Rate: $60-$75/HR (depends on experience level). This is a contract position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week.

About Us

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.

For more than 28 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA—built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.

Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:

  • Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible
  • Matching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunities

As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.

AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi – Rebecca):

To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.

These AI hiring tools help us:

  • Conduct recorded video interviews
  • Transcribe interviews
  • Summarize candidate responses
  • Generate job-related insights
  • Streamline communication and scheduling

Please note that:

  • The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.
  • The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.

If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.

Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):

When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:

  • A technical interview
  • A coding challenge
  • A case study
  • A client-specific assessment

We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.

Human Review & Selection: +

Every candidate’s profile—including interviews, conversations, and assessments—is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.

AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.

Your Rights as a Candidate: +

At PTP, every candidate has the right to:

  • Request a non-AI interview path
  • Ask how your data is being used
  • Request access to transcripts or interview recordings
  • Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview
  • Receive clear, timely communication

Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.

Our Commitment: +

For more than 28 years, PTP has focused on putting people first—candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.

We’re committed to a hiring process that is:

  • Transparent
  • Compliant
  • Equitable
  • Powered by innovative technology that enhances—not replaces—human judgment

Welcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.

We’re excited to learn more about you.

Equal Employment Opportunity: +

Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

QA Automation Engineer (Java/Selenium)

Current job openings at Peterson Technology Partners
Current job openings at Peterson Technology Partners
Details
  • Req No : 105985
  • Number of Position : 1
  • Priority : High
Location

Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Employment Type
  • Work Authorization Status : greencard, h1b, h4ead, l2ead, opt, uscitizen
  • Duration : 6 months+
  • Location : Onsite
Technical Profile
  • Professional Experience : 4-5 years
  • Primary Skills : Java, Groovy, Playwright, Restassured
  • Additional Notes : contract

Job Description:

Our client is seeking an experienced Software Developer to be embedded within its QA organization. This resource will be tasked with developing comprehensive test-automation solutions to validate frontend web user-interfaces and backend APIs.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in Java, with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming. They will also have a knack for writing clean, readable, and maintainable code.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Use Java and/or Groovy to develop, enhance, and maintain code that is designed to verify the quality of software across all layers (Unit, Service, and UI).
  • Help identify gaps in test coverage and develop quality test code to fill such gaps.
  • Actively participate in code reviews to ensure that object-oriented design best-practices are followed at all times.
  • Proactively work with Product, QA, and Development right from inception through functional validation and launch.
  • Assist with issue triaging and root cause analysis.
  • Take pride and ownership over the quality of the product being shipped.

Experience And Qualifications:

  • Hands on Software Developer with 4-5 years of professional Java development experience.
  • Proven skills in utilizing Junit/TestNG for testing.
  • Firm understanding of Agile Development (Scrum, Kanban, Lean, XP, etc)
  • Data driven, with strong problem-solving skills with analytical capabilities to be able to support theories/solutions using underlying data.
  • Ability to critique work of self and others constructively.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Enthusiastic and energetic with an inherent curiosity to break code and stress test it!

Preferred Skills:

  • Hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver and/or Appium.
  • Understanding of CI/CD automation pipelines using Jenkins, and Docker.
  • Familiarity with Linux or UNIX operating systems.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent with minimum of 4+ years of Java development experience.

Salary/Rate: $60-$75/HR (depends on experience level). This is a contract position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week.

About Us

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.

For more than 28 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA—built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.

Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:

  • Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible
  • Matching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunities

As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.

AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi – Rebecca):

To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.

These AI hiring tools help us:

  • Conduct recorded video interviews
  • Transcribe interviews
  • Summarize candidate responses
  • Generate job-related insights
  • Streamline communication and scheduling

Please note that:

  • The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.
  • The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.

If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.

Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):

When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:

  • A technical interview
  • A coding challenge
  • A case study
  • A client-specific assessment

We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.

Human Review & Selection: +

Every candidate’s profile—including interviews, conversations, and assessments—is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.

AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.

Your Rights as a Candidate: +

At PTP, every candidate has the right to:

  • Request a non-AI interview path
  • Ask how your data is being used
  • Request access to transcripts or interview recordings
  • Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview
  • Receive clear, timely communication

Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.

Our Commitment: +

For more than 28 years, PTP has focused on putting people first—candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.

We’re committed to a hiring process that is:

  • Transparent
  • Compliant
  • Equitable
  • Powered by innovative technology that enhances—not replaces—human judgment

Welcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.

We’re excited to learn more about you.

Equal Employment Opportunity: +

Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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