QA Engineer

Charles Schwab; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & sabbatical after 5 yrs

Parental leave and family benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Charles Schwab is seeking a QA Engineer to join Schwab Technology Services in Southlake, TX on-site. You will work with an Agile team to ensure the quality, stability, and performance of our enterprise applications across Java and .NET environments.

You will build test strategies, identify and resolve defects, contribute to automation initiatives, and explore AI-powered quality solutions that enhance software delivery.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in software testing, quality assurance, test automation, software development, or related technology discipline.
• Basic understanding of software testing concepts including test case development, defect lifecycle management, and regression testing.
• Familiarity with at least one programming or scripting language such as Java, C#, .Net, or similar language.
• Attention to detail with the ability to document findings and follow testing processes.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to evaluate software behavior.
• Effective communication and collaboration in Agile, cross-functional teams.
• Curiosity about applying AI tools to testing workflows.
• Growth mindset with ability to receive feedback and develop new skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering/IS or related field, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test strategies to ensure software quality and performance.
• Identify, document, and track defects; verify fixes and regressions.
• Contribute to automation initiatives and improve testing efficiency across Java/.NET stack.

Skills

Software testing

QA automation

Agile methodologies

Attention to detail

Communication

Learning agility

Problem solving

Bachelor’s degree knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Selenium

RestAssured

Jira

GitHub Copilot

Job description

Your opportunity

At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us challenge the status quo and transform the finance industry together.

We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s).

Schwab Technology Services enables the future of how clients manage their money by delivering innovative, reliable technology solutions that support investing and financial planning at scale.

As a QA Engineer, you will join a collaborative Agile team focused on ensuring the quality, stability, and performance of enterprise applications across Java and .NET environments. This role offers a unique opportunity to build foundational expertise in software testing, automation, and quality engineering while gaining hands-on experience with emerging AI technologies that are transforming the future of software delivery.

Through mentorship, training, and real-world project work, you will develop the skills needed to execute test strategies, identify and resolve defects, contribute to automation initiatives, and support AI-powered quality solutions that drive meaningful business outcomes.

What you have

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in software testing, quality assurance, test automation, software development, or a related technology discipline.
• Basic understanding of software testing concepts, including test case development, defect lifecycle management, and regression testing
• Familiarity with at least one programming or scripting language such as Java, C#, .Net, or a similar language
• Demonstrated attention to detail with the ability to identify issues, document findings accurately, and follow established testing processes
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills used to evaluate software behavior and validate expected outcomes
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work within Agile, cross-functional teams
• Curiosity and interest in applying AI tools and technologies to software development and testing workflows
• Learning agility and a growth mindset, with the ability to receive feedback, adapt, and continuously develop new technical skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Internship, co-op, academic project, or 1+ years of experience supporting software testing or quality assurance initiatives
• Exposure to test automation tools such as Selenium, RestAssured, or similar automation frameworks
• Experience testing web applications, APIs, or RESTful services
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, Scrum practices, and defect tracking tools such as Jira
• Exposure to Behavior-Driven Development (BDD), Gherkin syntax, Cucumber, SpecFlow, or similar frameworks
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or related technologies
• Knowledge of software quality best practices, automation concepts, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Interest in developing and supporting AI agents or intelligent workflow automation solutions

In addition to the salary range, this role is eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.

What’s in it for you

At Schwab, you're empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration - so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:

• 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
• Paid parental leave and family building benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance