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, Consulting & Professional Services, and Aerospace & Defense, with employers like GS1, UST, and Goken hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles19
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerGS1
Top cityNew Jersey
Work type64% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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UST
Test Automation Engineer
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UST
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Test Automation Engineer
UST
Atlanta, Georgia
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Quality Control
$51k - $77k/yr
10,000+

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Goken
Test Automation Engineer - PCBA
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Goken
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Test Automation Engineer - PCBA
Goken
Costa Mesa, California
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
$70 - $90/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
501-1,000

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Accenture Federal Services
Test Automation Engineer
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Accenture Federal Services
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Test Automation Engineer
Accenture Federal Services
Herndon, Virginia
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$86k - $176k/yr
Military encouraged
10,000+

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Swift
Test Automation Engineer (Hybrid)
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Swift
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Test Automation Engineer (Hybrid)
Swift
Manassas, Virginia
Project & Program Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
$82k - $153k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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NTT DATA
Automation Test Engineer
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NTT DATA
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Automation Test Engineer
NTT DATA
Jersey City, New Jersey
Automation QA
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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Entry Level Test Automation Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • GS1
    GS11
  • UST
    UST1
  • Goken
    Goken1
  • Swift
    Swift1
  • Baxter
    Baxter1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software4
  • Consulting & Professional Services4
  • Aerospace & Defense2
  • Electronics & Hardware2
  • Automotive1

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 GS1, UST, and Goken, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 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 36% of entry level test automation engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 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, Consulting & Professional Services, and Aerospace & Defense, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 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.