> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3539882-quality-assurance-automation-engineer-in-chicago](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3539882-quality-assurance-automation-engineer-in-chicago). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Quality Assurance Automation Engineer in Chicago

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Automation of Tests, Databases, Continuous Integration, Financial Information EXchange, Junit, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), SQL Databases, Web Testing, WebSocket, Low Latency, Playwright, Restful APIs, Cucumber (Software)
- **Published:** October 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/quality-assurance-automation-engineer-chicago-31816768

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance, software testing, or test automation.
\n

 * Hands-on experience with modern web application testing and automation.
\n

 * Experience with Playwright, Cucumber, and JUnit or comparable testing frameworks.
\n

 * Experience with both manual and automated testing methodologies.
\n

 * Working knowledge of Java and Python.
\n

 * Experience with SQL and database validation.
\n

 * Familiarity with REST APIs and WebSocket testing.
\n

 * Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD environments.
\n

 * Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with exceptional attention to detail.
\n, * Experience in financial services, capital markets, FinTech, trading, or exchange technology.
\n

 * Familiarity with FIX protocol or other financial messaging technologies.
\n

 * Knowledge of financial markets and instruments, including futures and options.
\n

 * Experience testing high-performance, high-volume, or low-latency applications.