Entry Level Test Automation Engineer Jobs

New grad test automation engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship project can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site and remote 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 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 Test Automation Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

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

Build hands-on experience with at least one automation framework like Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright and push that work to a public repository. Employers hiring at this level prioritize candidates who can demonstrate working test scripts, even from personal or academic projects. Familiarity with a programming language such as Python or Java and basic CI/CD concepts gives you a clear edge over candidates with no practical examples to show.

Which companies hire entry level test automation engineers?

Companies hiring entry level 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 comes from a wide range of employers, including fast-growing startups building their QA function from scratch and established enterprises expanding quality engineering teams.

Are there remote entry level test automation engineer jobs?

Yes, though the share varies by employer and location. About 50% of entry level test automation engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making this one of the more accessible fields for candidates who need flexibility. On-site roles still exist, particularly at companies that prefer junior engineers to work closely with senior teammates during ramp-up.

Are these new grad test automation engineer jobs?

Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior test automation engineer roles. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and accepts internship work, coursework projects, or a portfolio in place of full-time professional history. Look for postings that mention training programs, mentorship, or that list skills rather than years as the primary qualification.

Which industries hire the most entry level test automation engineers?

Entry Level 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. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they ship software continuously and need engineers who can build and maintain automated test coverage to keep up with fast release cycles.