Associate Quality Engineer: AI-Driven Performance & API Testing

Ascend Learning; Leawood (KS); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and generous paid time off

Competitive medical, dental, vision and life insurance

401(k) employer matching program

Parental leave

Wellness resources

Charitable matching program

On-site workout facilities

Community outreach groups

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ascend Learning in Leawood, KS is seeking an entry-level Associate Quality Engineer to join the Software Quality Engineer team. This hybrid position focuses on ensuring quality for healthcare products, utilizing performance engineering tools like JMeter and AI to enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience and possesses strong analytical skills. Benefits include a competitive insurance package, flexible PTO, and a community-oriented workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Performance engineering experience is key.
• Familiarity with testing frameworks and AI tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Load & Performance testing activities.
• Contribute to evolving testing practices.
• Participate in end-to-end testing lifecycle.
• Support quality engineering standards and reporting.

Skills

Performance engineering experience

Experience with JMeter

Experience with AI-assisted development/testing

Ability to leverage AI for productivity and quality improvements

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Tools

GitHub Copilot

Claude for test generation and optimization

Job description

Ascend Learning in Leawood, KS is seeking an entry-level Associate Quality Engineer to join the Software Quality Engineer team. This hybrid position focuses on ensuring quality for healthcare products, utilizing performance engineering tools like JMeter and AI to enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience and possesses strong analytical skills. Benefits include a competitive insurance package, flexible PTO, and a community-oriented workplace.