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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Test Automation Engineer - **Company:** LabCorp - **Location:** Durham, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Code Review, Computer Programming, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, DevOps, Middleware, Design of User Interfaces, Human-Computer Interaction, Integrated Development Environments, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Software, Team Foundation Server, Systems Development Life Cycle, E2e Testing, Software Tools, Selenium, Software Engineering, Software Testing Automation Framework, System Testing, Test Data, Strategies of Testing, TypeScript, Web Applications, Scripting, Enterprise Software Applications, Backend, Data Strategy, Integration Tests, Playwright, Front End Software Development, Software Coding, Multiplatform - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/lead-test-automation-engineer-durham-nc--b71c3e44-54b3-46d1-87c4-e01699372ee7 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree * 8 or more years of experience with automation tools/frameworks (Selenium, BDD, Playwright, RestAssure, FlaUI, etc.) * 8 or more years of experience with software development lifecycle, methodologies, standards and practices * 5 or more years of experience with version control tools and process * 5 or more years of experience with Management/Document Repository tools (Jira, ALM, TFS, etc.) * 6 or more years of experience with IDEs, programming/scripting languages (Java, .NET, C#, Python, TypeScript) Preferred Qualifications: * 8 or more years of software test automation experience * 6 or more years software development experience Additional Job Standards: * Experience in the healthcare industry The Lead Test Automation Engineer position helps deliver the quality, efficiency and performance expectations of enterprise-level applications and systems. These include multi-platform software products that are web-based, API/service oriented with middleware integration components and cross-functional/discipline capabilities. Candidates for this position are experienced, hands-on and self-motivated individuals who can work collaboratively in a continuous integration environment. This role involves working closely with business analysts, software developers and other IT roles to understand complex domains and products. The Test Automation Engineer will focus on contributing to the development of automated and functional integration tests as well as end-to-end tests for overall system validation., Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Atlassian JIRA, Automation, Automation Engineering, Best Practices, Business Analysis, Code Reviews, Coding Standards, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Debugging Skills, DevOps, Drug Development, Functional Testing, Genetics, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, IDE (Integrated Development Environment), Integration Testing, Java, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Mentoring, Metrics, Microsoft .NET, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Middleware, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Problem Solving Skills, Product Testing, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Assurance, Root Cause Analysis, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Selenium, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Testing, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), System Validation, Team Foundation Server (TFS), Test Automation, Test Data, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Strategy, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX) ## Description This is a full-time, exempt (salaried) position assigned to a First Shift schedule, with standard business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Business needs may occasionally require flexibility in work hours, including earlier, later, or additional hours, with reasonable notice provided when possible., * Design enterprise-level test automation frameworks and automated solutions (API, UI, Backend, Performance) * Develop robust automated tests for backend, frontend, UI or mobile * Provide deep technical review of automation code, designs and architecture * Solve complex architectural automation problems * Drive test data strategy, maintain test data/environments and API/service-level automation * Build or configure integrated solutions into CI/CD pipeline * Conduct POCs on new tools, libraries, and methodologies * Lead test planning and automation strategy for assigned teams * Own and drive end-to-end integration test strategies and execution across the enterprise * Provide metrics/status updates to management or senior leadership * Identify defects and assist engineering with root-cause investigations. * Partner with DevOps to integrate automation into CI/CD. * Support team members with technical issues and training. * Ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards. * Mentor senior and lead QA engineers. * Collaborate and integrate into team environment * Plus- Working experience with AI Software tools and techniques into automation process ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Continuous testing - run automated tests for every change!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/190-continuous-testing-run-automated-tests-for-every-change) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [What is a Test Plan: Guide to Test Planning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/191-what-is-a-test-plan-guide-to-test-planning) - [Integration And E2E Testing: Are They Complementary or Interchangeable?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/86-integration-and-e2e-testing-are-they-complementary-or-interchangeable) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [How to create a test plan for software testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/56-how-to-create-a-test-plan-for-software-testing) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)