QA Engineer

QA Engineer
Remote in Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, or Utah
Contract-to-hire: $45-$55 per hour / $90-$110k annually

Position Overview
Our client is seeking QA Engineer to join our quality assurance team and drive testing excellence across our products. This role focuses on hands-on technical expertise in both manual and automated testing, requiring someone who can design comprehensive test strategies, develop robust testing frameworks, and ensure the delivery of high-quality software. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a passion for quality.

Key Responsibilities
Test Strategy & Planning

• Design and implement comprehensive test plans and test cases for complex software systems
• Develop testing strategies for new features and product releases
• Identify testing requirements and create detailed test documentation
• Analyze requirements and collaborate with development teams to ensure testability

• Design, develop, and maintain automated testing frameworks and test suites
• Create and execute automated tests for web applications, APIs, and mobile platforms
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
• Monitor and maintain test automation infrastructure

• Perform thorough manual testing for complex features and edge cases
• Execute exploratory testing to identify potential issues and user experience problems
• Conduct regression testing and validate bug fixes
• Test across multiple browsers, devices, and operating systems

• Identify, document, and track software defects through resolution
• Collaborate with development teams to reproduce and resolve issues
• Perform root cause analysis on quality issues
• Validate that software meets functional and non-functional requirements

• Work closely with Product Management to understand acceptance criteria and user stories
• Partner with developers to ensure quality practices are integrated throughout the development process
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Communicate testing progress and quality metrics to stakeholders

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 4+ years of experience in software quality assurance
• Strong expertise in test automation frameworks (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar)
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, Java, JavaScript, etc.)
• Experience with API testing and tools like Postman, REST Assured, or similar
• Solid understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Experience with bug tracking and test management tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Experience with performance and load testing tools (JMeter, K6, Load Runner)
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker)
• Experience with mobile application testing (iOS/Android)
• Understanding of database testing and SQL
• Knowledge of security testing principles
• ISTQB certification or similar quality assurance credentials
• Experience in a fast-paced startup or high-growth environment

• Testing Tools:
  Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Postman, JMeter
• Languages:
  Python, Java, JavaScript, SQL
• CI/CD:
  Jenkins, Git Lab CI, Git Hub Actions, CircleCI
• Version Control:
  Git, Git Hub/Git Lab
• Test Management:
  Jira, Test Rail, Zephyr, Test Link
• Operating Systems:
  Windows, macOS, Linux
• Browsers:
  Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge

• Competitive salary package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible work arrangements with hybrid options
• Professional development budget and learning opportunities
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and products
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Modern testing tools and infrastructure

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