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QA Automation Engineer roles are among the more OPT-friendly positions in tech because the skill set is highly specific and degree-verifiable, making specialty occupation classification straightforward. Most roles involve designing and maintaining automated test frameworks using tools like Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright. STEM OPT extension eligibility is standard for graduates in computer science, software engineering, or related fields.
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DRB (A Vontier Company) is the leading provider of technology-enabled devices and software solutions to the North American car wash industry.
WHAT WE DO: enabling the future of vehicle care – wherever the road takes you.
WHY WE DO IT: To fuel our client’s growth with connected, data-led technology, driven by our spirit of innovation and commitment to excellence.
JOB PURPOSE
The Quality Assurance Automation Engineer I is a key contributor to ensuring overall hardware and software quality through proven test automation practices. The role includes working closely with QA analysts, business partners, product owners and development teams to test and evaluate hardware and software to ensure compliance with requirements. Creates automated tests to ensure hardware and software meets user needs. Creates and logs software defects found while testing. Applies an analytical approach to job duties and has a willingness to be coached and mentored in higher level QA concepts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of these essential functions at a satisfactorily level. Other essential and non-essential functions may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Apply defined QA processes to plan, design, implement, execute, evaluate, and report results of automated software and hardware testing.
- Collaborates on story writing, establishing acceptance criteria and associated automated test scripts.
- Works closely with developers/business analysts on the team to create test cases that ensure comprehensive coverage of positive and negative test cases against requirements.
- Creates, executes, analyzes test results for accuracy and compliance for automated test suites, plans, and cases under guidance of senior team members.
- Identifies or creates test data input based on specifications; determines output based on business rules.
- Logs issues and system bugs in test management tool with appropriate detail and severity level.
- Participates in team or project meetings providing input based on QA best practice and procedure.
- Ability to adapt to changing projects and changing priorities.
- Ability to meet stated milestone dates and deadlines.
- Assist in set-up and maintenance of automated test lab and environments.
- Review and approves product documentation, test plans, etc. for technical accuracy.
- Performs all other duties as assigned by Management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This role does not have supervisory responsibilities.
HUMAN RELATIONS
This position interacts with both internal and external customers.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION PREFERRED: Bachelor’s degree, associate degree or trade school program graduate focusing on Computer Science, Data, Engineering or Management Information Systems.
EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: 0 to 2 years in a quality assurance testing role or internship experience with a focus on technology systems.
CERTIFICATIONS PREFERRED: Foundational level testing certification from ISTQB or similar organization.
Skill Sets:
- Knowledge of the application(s) and/or data being tested.
- Basic hardware and software testing knowledge.
- Must be able to learn practical and theoretical automated testing techniques.
- Basic to intermediate proficiency in programming languages, test automation tools and frameworks.
- Asks questions and collaborates with others for change.
- Able to work under deadlines in a changing environment.
- Strong communication and troubleshooting skills.
Vontier is a $3B global industrial technology company focused on smarter transportation and mobility. Our six operating companies—Gilbarco Veeder-Root, Global Traffic Technologies, Teletrac Navman, Matco Tools, Hennessy Industries, and DRB Systems—are united by a powerful purpose: mobilizing the future to create a better world. Our portfolio of trusted brands includes market-leading expertise in mobility technologies, retail and commercial fueling, fleet management, telematics, vehicle diagnostics and repair, and smart cities. Vontier’s pioneering solutions advance safety, security, efficiency, and sustainability worldwide.
The company in which you have expressed employment interest is a subsidiary or affiliate of Vontier Corporation. The subsidiary or affiliate is referred to as “Vontier Company”.
Vontier is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build inclusive environments and ensure equitable access, opportunity, and treatment for all. Vontier does not tolerate discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, gender identity or expression, gender information and any other characteristics protected by law. We make hiring decisions based on your experience and skills. Vontier is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application or interview process, you may contact us at e-mail vnttalentacquisition@vontier.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
INTRODUCTION
DRB (A Vontier Company) is the leading provider of technology-enabled devices and software solutions to the North American car wash industry.
WHAT WE DO: enabling the future of vehicle care – wherever the road takes you.
WHY WE DO IT: To fuel our client’s growth with connected, data-led technology, driven by our spirit of innovation and commitment to excellence.
JOB PURPOSE
The Quality Assurance Automation Engineer I is a key contributor to ensuring overall hardware and software quality through proven test automation practices. The role includes working closely with QA analysts, business partners, product owners and development teams to test and evaluate hardware and software to ensure compliance with requirements. Creates automated tests to ensure hardware and software meets user needs. Creates and logs software defects found while testing. Applies an analytical approach to job duties and has a willingness to be coached and mentored in higher level QA concepts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of these essential functions at a satisfactorily level. Other essential and non-essential functions may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Apply defined QA processes to plan, design, implement, execute, evaluate, and report results of automated software and hardware testing.
- Collaborates on story writing, establishing acceptance criteria and associated automated test scripts.
- Works closely with developers/business analysts on the team to create test cases that ensure comprehensive coverage of positive and negative test cases against requirements.
- Creates, executes, analyzes test results for accuracy and compliance for automated test suites, plans, and cases under guidance of senior team members.
- Identifies or creates test data input based on specifications; determines output based on business rules.
- Logs issues and system bugs in test management tool with appropriate detail and severity level.
- Participates in team or project meetings providing input based on QA best practice and procedure.
- Ability to adapt to changing projects and changing priorities.
- Ability to meet stated milestone dates and deadlines.
- Assist in set-up and maintenance of automated test lab and environments.
- Review and approves product documentation, test plans, etc. for technical accuracy.
- Performs all other duties as assigned by Management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This role does not have supervisory responsibilities.
HUMAN RELATIONS
This position interacts with both internal and external customers.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION PREFERRED: Bachelor’s degree, associate degree or trade school program graduate focusing on Computer Science, Data, Engineering or Management Information Systems.
EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: 0 to 2 years in a quality assurance testing role or internship experience with a focus on technology systems.
CERTIFICATIONS PREFERRED: Foundational level testing certification from ISTQB or similar organization.
Skill Sets:
- Knowledge of the application(s) and/or data being tested.
- Basic hardware and software testing knowledge.
- Must be able to learn practical and theoretical automated testing techniques.
- Basic to intermediate proficiency in programming languages, test automation tools and frameworks.
- Asks questions and collaborates with others for change.
- Able to work under deadlines in a changing environment.
- Strong communication and troubleshooting skills.
Vontier is a $3B global industrial technology company focused on smarter transportation and mobility. Our six operating companies—Gilbarco Veeder-Root, Global Traffic Technologies, Teletrac Navman, Matco Tools, Hennessy Industries, and DRB Systems—are united by a powerful purpose: mobilizing the future to create a better world. Our portfolio of trusted brands includes market-leading expertise in mobility technologies, retail and commercial fueling, fleet management, telematics, vehicle diagnostics and repair, and smart cities. Vontier’s pioneering solutions advance safety, security, efficiency, and sustainability worldwide.
The company in which you have expressed employment interest is a subsidiary or affiliate of Vontier Corporation. The subsidiary or affiliate is referred to as “Vontier Company”.
Vontier is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build inclusive environments and ensure equitable access, opportunity, and treatment for all. Vontier does not tolerate discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, gender identity or expression, gender information and any other characteristics protected by law. We make hiring decisions based on your experience and skills. Vontier is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application or interview process, you may contact us at e-mail vnttalentacquisition@vontier.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a QA Automation Engineer
Target companies with active STEM hiring programs
Companies that consistently hire software and QA engineers on OPT tend to have established DSO processes and understand STEM extension requirements. Look for employers with engineering teams of 20 or more, where OPT is a routine workflow, not a one-off exception.
Highlight your automation stack prominently
Employers approving OPT need to justify a specialty occupation. Listing specific frameworks like Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or Appium, alongside CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitHub Actions, makes the degree-to-role connection concrete and easier for HR to document.
Apply before your OPT start date whenever possible
Many hiring managers don't understand OPT timelines. Applying 60 to 90 days before your authorization begins gives employers time to process paperwork and align start dates without feeling rushed, which reduces the chance they withdraw over timing concerns.
Address your STEM extension eligibility upfront
Computer science, software engineering, and information systems degrees qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Mentioning this early, ideally in your cover letter or recruiter screen, reassures employers they're getting three years of work authorization, not just one.
Prepare a clear one-paragraph OPT explanation
Most hiring managers at small to midsize companies have never sponsored OPT before. A plain-language explanation of what OPT requires from the employer, essentially just filing a new I-983 for STEM, removes the fear factor and speeds up internal approval.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified OPT-friendly employers
Not every QA Automation Engineer job posting will sponsor OPT. Migrate Mate filters for employers who have actively hired OPT students, so you spend time applying to roles where authorization is already understood rather than educating every recruiter from scratch.
QA Automation Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a QA Automation Engineer role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Yes, in most cases. QA Automation Engineering typically requires a degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, or a closely related STEM field, all of which appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. If your degree is on that list and the role directly applies your technical training, you qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond your initial 12 months.
What does an employer need to do to hire a QA Automation Engineer on OPT?
For initial OPT, the employer doesn't file anything with USCIS. You work on your EAD, and the employer just needs to verify your employment authorization like any other hire. For the STEM extension, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a formal training plan on Form I-983. That's the full employer obligation, no petition, no filing fee.
How do I explain my OPT status to a QA hiring manager who hasn't sponsored international candidates before?
Keep it factual and focused on their workload. Explain that OPT is pre-approved work authorization issued by USCIS, that they don't file any government paperwork for your initial 12 months, and that the STEM extension only requires E-Verify enrollment and a signed training plan. Framing it as low-burden upfront tends to move the conversation forward faster than leading with visa terminology.
Are QA Automation Engineer roles easier to get on OPT than general software engineering jobs?
QA Automation roles can be more accessible because the skill set is specific and measurable. Employers can clearly connect a computer science or software engineering degree to test automation work, which makes the specialty occupation justification straightforward. Competition is also somewhat lower than for general software development roles. Browse current openings on Migrate Mate to see which employers are actively hiring QA Automation Engineers on OPT right now.
What happens to my OPT if I'm laid off from a QA Automation Engineer position?
You have a 60-day unemployment grace period on initial OPT. During STEM OPT extension, the limit is 150 cumulative days of unemployment across both periods combined. If you find a new QA Automation Engineer role within that window, you update your SEVIS record with your DSO and continue working. Staying active in your job search and documenting your efforts during the gap is important for maintaining good standing with your school.