QA Engineer

Apex Systems; Greenwood Village (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a QA Engineer in Colorado to design, develop, and execute automated tests for an enterprise data and automation platform. You will identify defects, collaborate with developers, and contribute to improving testing methodologies to ensure functional, performance, and security standards before release.

The role involves creating automated test scripts in Python and JavaScript, executing E2E plans, and maintaining documentation while working within an agile team environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in software quality assurance or test automation.
• Hands-on experience writing automated tests with Python.
• Exposure to both manual and automated testing across the SDLC.
• Experience working in agile development environments with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and agile software development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Python and JavaScript.
• Implement automated tests to cover functional, regression, and performance scenarios.
• Create and execute E2E test plans and test cases based on requirements and specifications.
• Validate software applications against functional and performance expectations.
• Identify, document, and track defects in a bug-tracking system.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Analyze test results and provide quality reports for stakeholders.
• Track and report on quality metrics such as defect density and open defects.
• Partner with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to align on quality goals.
• Participate in design reviews and requirement analysis meetings to provide QA input.
• Recommend and implement improvements to testing practices.
• Stay up to date with QA trends, tools, and best practices.
• Maintain testing documentation including test cases, plans, and scripts.
• Perform functional, integration, regression, performance, and security testing.
• Use automation to streamline repetitive tasks, especially regression testing.

Skills

Automated Testing

Python

JavaScript

Manual Testing

Agile

CI/CD

Debugging

Test Automation

Tools

Pytest

Playwright

JMeter

Jira

Qmetry

GitLab

Postman

Job description

Overview

Job Description

The QA Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and executing test plans to ensure the quality and reliability for an enterprise-wide data and automation platform. This role will identify and document defects, collaborate with developers and stakeholders to resolve issues, and contribute to continuous improvement in testing methodologies. The QA Engineer plays a key role in ensuring products meet functional, performance, and security standards before release.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using tools and languages such as Python and JavaScript (Python is required).
• Implement automated tests to cover functional, regression, and performance scenarios.
• Create and execute E2E test plans and test cases based on requirements and specifications.
• Validate software applications against functional and performance expectations.
• Identify, document, and track software defects in a bug-tracking system.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Analyze test results and provide clear, concise quality reports for stakeholders.
• Track and report on quality metrics, such as defect density and open defect counts.
• Partner with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to align on quality goals.
• Participate in design reviews and requirement analysis meetings to provide QA input.
• Recommend and implement improvements to existing testing practices and methodologies.
• Stay up to date with QA trends, tools, and best practices.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date testing documentation, including test cases, plans, and scripts.
• Perform functional, integration, regression, performance, and security testing.
• Use automation to streamline repetitive tasks, especially regression testing.

Basic/Minimum Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in software quality assurance or test automation.
• Hands-on experience writing and maintaining automated test scripts with Python.
• Exposure to both manual and automated testing across the SDLC.
• Experience working in agile development environments with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and agile software development methodologies.

Technical Skills

• Testing tools & Frameworks: Pytest, Playwright, JMeter.
• Programming/scripting: proficiency in Python and JavaScript.
• Bug tracking and test management: Jira, Qmetry.
• CI/CD tools: GitLab.
• APIs: Experience with REST API testing using Postman, or similar tools.
• Version control: GitLab.
• Experience with performance testing and security best practices.

EEO Notice

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [emailprotected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of ASGN Incorporated. NYSE: ASGN. 4400 Cox Road, Suite 200, Glen Allen, Virginia 23060.

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you require an accommodation in using our website, please contact our Employee Services Department at [emailprotected] UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Apex Systems.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting