Quality Assurance Test Engineer (Remote)
The Quality Assurance Test Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of functional, stable, and reliable software products aligned with business objectives. This position requires deep expertise in automation testing, API testing, performance testing, and database validation, along with a strong understanding of testing strategies and best practices. The ideal candidate is comfortable working primarily as an individual contributor with most of their time spent on test case development, execution, and defect documentation. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium and related frameworks • Perform API testing and validate service integrations • Conduct performance and load testing using JMeter • Execute manual testing when automation is not suitable, ensuring full functional coverage • Write and execute complex SQL queries (Oracle & MSSQL) for backend testing and data validation • Collaborate with developers and product teams to identify, document, and resolve defects • Communicate blockers, level of effort, and testing progress clearly and consistently • Perform regression testing to confirm defect remediation and release readiness • Generate and present test coverage and execution reports as needed • Participate in Agile/SAFe ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes • Demonstrate knowledge of SDLC, Java programming, and modern web browsers during hands-on evaluations Required Qualifications • Currently employed in a Quality Assurance role • 5-7 years of continual experience in QA roles • Strong proficiency (approaching expert-level) in: • Selenium (UI automation) • JMeter (performance/load testing) • API Testing • SQL (Oracle & MSSQL) • Manual Testing • Ability to determine when automation vs. manual testing is most appropriate • Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile/SAFe methodologies, and QA best practices • Familiarity with Java for automation scripting • Excellent communication, collaboration, and documentation skills. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with AppDynamics (application performance monitoring) • Experience with Maven, Apache • Experience with Linux administration (RHEL) • Experience with Docker container development/testing • Awareness of infrastructure dependencies and ability to design tests reflecting real-world usage scenarios Apply tot his job