Test Automation Engineer Jobs

Test Automation Engineer jobs are open across software, fintech, healthcare tech, and enterprise SaaS, from junior QA automation roles to staff and principal engineers, with specializations in Selenium, Cypress, and API test frameworks. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles272+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerInfosys
Top cityCupertino, CA
Work type41% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Delta Air Lines
InFlight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) Test Automation Engineer
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InFlight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) Test Automation Engineer
Delta Air Lines
Atlanta, Georgia
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Infosys
Test Automation Consultant
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Test Automation Consultant
Infosys
Atlanta, Georgia
Automation QA
Cloud & DevOps
DevOps
10,000+

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Test Automation Engineer
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Test Automation Engineer
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Remote
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$100k - $150k/yr
Remote (US)
ISTQB Certification
51-200

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Edwards Lifesciences
Senior Software Test and Automation Engineer
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Senior Software Test and Automation Engineer
Edwards Lifesciences
Irvine, California
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Specialized Engineering
$108k - $153k/yr
On-Site
ISTQB Certification
10,000+

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Test Automation Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Infosys
Infosys9 open roles
Cognizant
Cognizant8 open roles
Apple
Apple7 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software37
  • Consulting & Professional Services6
  • Electronics & Hardware5
  • Aerospace & Defense4
  • Science & Research3

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in test automation engineer jobs.

  • Proficiency in at least one automation framework such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright
  • Experience writing and maintaining test scripts in Java, Python, or JavaScript
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integration with tools like Jenkins or GitHub Actions
  • Understanding of API testing using tools such as Postman or RestAssured
  • Knowledge of software testing methodologies including regression, integration, and end-to-end testing
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field

Tips for Your Test Automation Engineer Job Search

Quantify automation coverage on your resume

Hiring managers want to see impact, not just tools. Replace 'wrote automated tests' with specifics: what you automated, what framework you used, and how that reduced regression time or defect escape rate. Vague bullets get skipped.

Target openings that list your exact framework

Test automation roles are framework-specific. Filter for postings that name Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or your primary stack. Applying to a Playwright-first team when your experience is purely Selenium makes the gap obvious in the first technical screen.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists test automation engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Add a portfolio with real test suites

Link a public GitHub repository containing a working test suite, a clear README, and examples of page object models or data-driven patterns. Hiring managers reviewing dozens of candidates remember the ones who showed code, not just claimed it.

Decode job levels before you apply

Titles vary wildly: 'SDET II' at one company equals 'Senior QA Automation Engineer' at another. Read the responsibilities section carefully. If the role owns CI/CD pipeline configuration and framework architecture, it's senior-level regardless of the title.

Prepare a live coding answer for the take-home

Most test automation interviews include a take-home or live coding round where you write tests against a sample app or API. Practice writing clean assertions, handling dynamic locators, and structuring your suite before your first screen, not after.

Test Automation Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most test automation engineers?

The companies hiring the most test automation engineers right now include Infosys, Cognizant, and Apple, with the largest share of openings in California, Washington, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is concentrated in companies scaling their software delivery pipelines and reducing manual QA overhead.

How many test automation engineer jobs are remote?

About 59% of test automation engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making this one of the more remote-friendly engineering specializations. API and backend automation roles tend to have the highest remote availability, while positions requiring hands-on device lab or hardware testing are more likely to require on-site work.

How do you become a test automation engineer?

Start by building a solid foundation in manual software testing so you understand what you are automating and why. Then learn a scripting language like Python or JavaScript, pick a widely used framework such as Selenium or Playwright, and build a public portfolio of working test suites. Contribute to open-source projects or add automation to a personal app to demonstrate real-world judgment, not just syntax knowledge.

Can you get hired as a test automation engineer with little experience?

Yes, entry-level test automation engineer roles exist, and employers hiring at that level prioritize demonstrated skills over years on a resume. Build a GitHub repository with real test suites, earn a recognized certification such as ISTQB Foundation, and apply to companies with QA apprenticeship programs or teams that allow engineers to grow from manual into automation work. Your code sample often matters more than your title history.

What does the test automation engineer interview process look like?

Most test automation engineer interviews start with a recruiter screen focused on your background and tool experience, followed by a technical phone screen where you discuss framework design or walk through past work. A take-home or live coding exercise typically follows, asking you to write tests against a sample app or API. Final rounds usually include a system design conversation about test architecture and a behavioral interview with the engineering or QA lead.

Where can I find and apply to test automation engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to test automation engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your framework experience and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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