Entry Level Senior Test Automation Engineer Jobs

New grad senior test automation engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio of automation scripts or internship testing work can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings include a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Technology & Software, Aerospace & Defense, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like UST, SpaceX, and RV Soft hiring at this level now.

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Open roles8
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerUST
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type50% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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RV Soft
Test Automation Engineer
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RV Soft
Added 1w ago
Test Automation Engineer
RV Soft
Remote
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Automation QA
$48 - $50/hr
Remote (US)
None

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UST
Processor Performance Test Automation Engineer
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UST
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Processor Performance Test Automation Engineer
UST
Arizona
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$52k - $78k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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VIAVI Solutions
Early Careers R&D Rotational Program - Test Automation
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VIAVI Solutions
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Early Careers R&D Rotational Program - Test Automation
VIAVI Solutions
Indianapolis, Indiana
Software Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Automation QA
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Hewlett Packard Enterprise | HPE
Test Automation Engineer II
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise | HPE
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Test Automation Engineer II
Hewlett Packard Enterprise | HPE
San Juan, PR
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Automation QA
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Akraya, Inc.
Software Test Automation Engineer
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Akraya, Inc.
Added 3mo ago
Software Test Automation Engineer
Akraya, Inc.
Austin, Texas
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Automation QA
$45 - $50/hr
Hybrid
None

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Entry Level Senior Test Automation Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

UST
UST1 open role
SpaceX
SpaceX1 open role
RV Soft
RV Soft1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Consulting & Professional Services

Entry Level Senior Test Automation Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level senior test automation engineer job?

Focus on building a public portfolio of automation projects using tools like Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright, even if the work comes from personal projects or coursework. Employers hiring at this level look for hands-on proof of testing skills over years on a resume. Internship experience, open-source contributions, and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines all strengthen an entry level application significantly.

Which companies hire entry level senior test automation engineers?

Companies hiring entry level senior test automation engineers right now include UST, SpaceX, and RV Soft, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from technology companies, software product teams, and larger enterprises building out quality assurance infrastructure who are willing to develop junior talent in-house.

Are there remote entry level senior test automation engineer jobs?

Yes, remote and hybrid options exist at this level, though on-site roles remain common for new grads who benefit from mentorship and team exposure. About 50% of entry level senior test automation engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, so candidates in smaller markets still have access to opportunities without relocating.

Are these new grad senior test automation engineer jobs?

Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates and candidates just entering the field. A new-grad-friendly posting typically states that zero to two years of experience is acceptable, counts internships or academic projects toward qualifications, and does not require prior professional automation experience as a hard requirement.

Which industries hire the most entry level senior test automation engineers?

Entry Level senior test automation engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Aerospace & Defense, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because they maintain large software release cycles and need dedicated quality assurance engineers to build and maintain automated test coverage across their products.