TSPi Position Description – Appian QA Tester and Automation Engineer
TSPi is seeking a QA Tester and Automation Engineer (Hybrid) with strong experience supporting complex Appian environments, automated testing pipelines, and plugin validation. Proven ability to stabilize broken automation frameworks, implement efficient CI/CD testing workflows, and deliver high-quality QA support for modernization efforts. The role requires the ability to quickly assess automation health, prioritize stabilization efforts, and collaborate within an Agile delivery environment.
The 90-Day Mission
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Month 1:Execute deep-dive custom Appian plugin validation and integration testing for Appian modernization
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Month 2:Audit and stabilize the existing Ruby/JRuby/FitNesseframework; eliminate "flaky" tests in the Jenkins pipeline.
- Month 3:Standardize Docker-based execution environments and hand off a documented, high-reliability suite to the long-term team.
Responsibilities
Automation Engineering & QA Execution
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Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites supporting Appian applications and custom plugins
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Execute functional, regression, integration, and formal testing of complex software systems
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Support plugin validation efforts by creating automated and manual test scenarios
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Analyze failing automation tests, troubleshoot root causes, and implement framework improvements
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Ensure automation coverage aligns with development and release priorities
Automation Framework & Pipeline Support
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Stabilize and refactor existing Ruby/JRuby automation frameworks to improve reliability and maintainability
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Develop and maintain automation scripts using Ruby and FitNesse for Appian
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Configure and support Jenkins-based automation pipelines to streamline continuous testing workflows
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Implement Docker-based environments to standardize automated test execution
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Design and optimize automated testing pipelines to improve efficiency across the development lifecycle
Technical Design & Tooling
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Maintain automation codebases using Git/GitHub source control workflows
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Utilize Ruby Mine to develop, enhance, and troubleshoot automated tests
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Support Ruby on Rails components related to test automation and application testing
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Assist in integrating automated testing results with Jira/Xray for traceability and reporting
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Collaborate with development teams to ensure automation aligns with application architecture
Cloud & Infrastructure Support
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Assist with management and operations of AWS-based test environments
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Maintain scalable infrastructure to support automated testing execution
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Monitor pipeline health and address performance or environment-related issues
Quality Assurance Practices
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Apply QA methodologies and testing best practices across the software lifecycle
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Document defects, reproduce issues, and support remediation efforts
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Participate in test planning, risk identification, and quality reviews
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Ensure test artifacts and execution results are properly tracked and documented
Communication & Collaboration
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Work closely with developers, QA leads, and project stakeholders to prioritize automation improvements
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Provide status updates on automation health, risks, and testing progress
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Contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on improving delivery quality and efficiency
