Software Quality Engineer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze user stories, use cases, and requirements for validity and feasibility.
• Develop effective test strategies and plans.
• Design, create, and manage test cases.
• Design and develop automation scripts when needed.
• Execute test cases for all levels of testing, including system, integration, and regression testing.
• Detect and track software defects and inconsistencies.
• Reproduce, troubleshoot, and verify fixes for customer-reported issues and technical support tickets.
• Apply quality assurance principles throughout the Agile product lifecycle.
• Review and analyze requirements and system specifications.
• Create and execute manual and automated test cases.
• Review test results, report, and document technical issues.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in software testing with a strong focus on test automation.
• Experience in leveraging and maintaining automated test frameworks for web and API testing.
• Hands-on experience with modern test automation tools such as Playwright, Cypress, or WebdriverIO.
• Strong understanding of API testing using tools like Postman, REST Assured, or Pact.
• Solid programming skills and ability to write clean, maintainable automation code.
• Ability to quickly pick up and adapt to different programming languages, with a preference for JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Ability to write and execute end-to-end automated test cases and regression test cases.
• Strong understanding of best coding practices, version control (Git), and test automation strategies.
• Familiarity with test management software and defect tracking tools such as Jira, Xray, TestRail.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of test automation initiatives, and drive quality improvements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and analytical mindset.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with developers, product teams, and stakeholders.

Nice to Have

• Some exposure to performance testing using tools like k6, JMeter, or Locust.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, or Azure DevOps.
• Exposure to contract testing with Pact.
• Experience in database testing, including SQL Server and Cosmos DB.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and testing security vulnerabilities.
• Experience working with distributed teams and remote stakeholders.

Qualifications

• No specific formal educational qualifications are explicitly mentioned in the description.

Benefits & Perks

• Hybrid onsite role (2 days onsite per week).
• Location options in Louisville, KY (preferred), Nashville, or Dallas.
• Opportunity to contribute to sustainable and innovative energy management solutions.