QA Architect - Automation

Job DescriptionPerficient is a global AI-first consultancy. Our team of strategists, designers, technologists, and engineers partners with the world's most innovative enterprises and admired brands to deliver real business results through the transformative power of AI. As part of our AI-First strategy, we empower every employee to build AI fluency and actively engage with AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency. We break boundaries, obsess over outcomes, and shape the future for our clients. Join a company where bold ideas and brilliant minds converge to redefine what's possible - while building a career filled with growth, balance, and purpose.We currently have a career opportunity for QA Architect - Automation to join our team located in United States.Job Overview:Perficient is seeking a highly skilled QA Architect - Automation with deep expertise in Selenium, RestAssured, Java, and Playwright to lead our quality engineering efforts across enterprise-level applications. This role will be responsible for designing robust automation frameworks, driving test strategy, and ensuring high-quality deliverables for our clients.Perficient is always looking for the best and brightest talent and we need you! We're a quickly-growing, global digital consulting leader, and we're transforming the world's largest enterprises and biggest brands. You'll work with the latest technologies, expand your skills, and become a part of our global community of talented, diverse, and knowledgeable colleagues.ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement scalable automation frameworks using Selenium, RestAssured, Playwright, and Java.Define and drive comprehensive test strategies including functional, regression, integration, and API testing.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business and technical requirements.Mentor QA engineers and promote best practices in automation and quality assurance.Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous testing.Analyze test results, troubleshoot issues, and provide actionable insights.Stay updated with emerging tools and technologies in the QA automation space.Qualifications8+ years of experience in QA automation with a strong focus on architecture and framework designHands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver, RestAssured, Java, and Playwright.Strong understanding of API testing, UI automation, and performance testing.Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab, or Azure DevOps.Familiarity with test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).Strong hands-on experience with github copilot, chatgpt, ms copilotProficient in leveraging AI technologies to drive innovation, support strategic initiatives, and enable data-driven decision-making.Possesses a strong understanding of AI capabilities, limitations, and ethical considerations. Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.Desired Skills:Experience in cloud-based testing environments (AWS, Azure).Knowledge of BDD frameworks like Cucumber.ISTQB or equivalent certification is a plus. The salary range for this position takes into consideration a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, level of experience, applicable office location, training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The new hire salary range displays the minimum and maximum salary targets for this position across all US locations, and the range has not been adjusted for any specific state differentials. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the unique facts and circumstances regarding each candidate. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range for this position is $81,978 to $178,090. Please note that the salary range posted reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits or any potential variable compensation programs. Information regarding the benefits available for this position are in our benefits overview. WHO WE AREPerficient is a leading global digital consultancy. We imagine, create, engineer, and run digital transformation solutions that help our clients exceed customers' expectations, outpace competition, and grow their business. With unparalleled strategy, creative, and technology capabilities, our colleagues bring big thinking and innovative ideas, along with a practical approach to help our clients - the world's largest enterprises and biggest brands succeed.WHAT WE BELIEVEAt Perficient, we promise to challenge, champion, and celebrate our people. You will experience a unique and collaborative culture that values every voice. Join our team, and you'll become part of something truly special.We believe in developing a workforce that is as diverse and inclusive as the clients we work with. We're committed to actively listening, learning, and acting to further advance our organization, our communities, and our future leaders... and we're not done yet.Perficient, Inc. proudly provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Perficient, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Perficient, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or covered veterans. Improper interference with the ability of Perficient, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed.Disability Accommodations:Perficient is committed to providing a barrier-free employment process with reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.Disclaimer: The above statements are not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a guide to the essential functions performed by the employee assigned to this classification. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time. #LI-AN1About UsPerficient is always looking for the best and brightest talent and we need you! We're a quickly growing, global digital consulting leader, and we're transforming the world's largest enterprises and biggest brands. You'll work with the latest technologies, expand your skills, experience work-life balance, and become a part of our global community of talented, diverse, and knowledgeable colleagues.