Software QA Engineer

DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP from day one

Great Places to Work Certified

Parental leave

Hybrid work model

Two days in Fort Wayne office

Job summary

DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. (DMA) is seeking a Software QA Engineer to design and execute both manual and automated tests, ensuring software quality and reliability.

The role collaborates with development teams and stakeholders to validate functionality, performance, and business requirements in an agile environment. The position offers an employee-owned company culture with ESOP eligibility from day one, a hybrid schedule with two in-office days in Fort Wayne, IN, and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years of QA/testing experience with web applications.
• Experience with Jira, Selenium, Playwright, and TypeScript preferred.
• Solid understanding of SDLC and QA methodologies.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and maintain manual and automated test cases and scripts.
• Perform functional, non-functional, regression, and UAT testing.
• Collaborate with developers and business analysts to understand requirements.
• Document defects and enhancements in Jira and track progress.

Job description

As an employee-owned company, DMA prioritizes employees. Low turnover rates and tenured teams are living proof:2026 Great Places to Work CertifiedEmployee stock ownership program eligibility begins on day one of employment (ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation)Company paid parental leaveGenerous time off packageMultiple benefit plans, eligibility begins on day one of employmentCulturally focused on work/life balance, and the overall wellness of our employeesThis is a hybrid position with an expectation to be in our Fort Wayne, IN office a minimum of two days per week. This position does not qualify for relocation assistance or employment-based sponsorship. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.Position SummaryThe Software QA Engineer is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of DMA’s software solutions through the design, development, and execution of manual and automated testing processes. This role collaborates with development teams and stakeholders to validate functionality, performance, and compliance with business requirements. The QA Engineer contributes to continuous improvement efforts and supports agile delivery practices.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesDesign, execute, and maintain test cases, test data, and test scripts for manual and automated testing.Perform functional, non-functional, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT).Participate in sprint planning, QA reviews, and project meetings.Assist with documenting and reporting defects and enhancements using Jira or similar issue tracking tools.Collaborate with developers and business analysts to understand requirements and create targeted test scenarios.Assist in risk analysis and quality assessments for project releases.Assist with establishing realistic estimates for tasks.Mentor and provide guidance to team members.Assist with diagnosing and triage of software issues; determine and document root causes.Support the generation and accuracy of QA documentation and reporting.Ensure adherence to approved development and testing methodologies.Contribute to QA documentation and process improvement initiatives.Support the implementation and maintenance of automation tools such as Selenium and Playwright.Provide oversight to ensure quality standards and best practices are followed across projects.Education and QualificationsBachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.2–5 years of experience in QA, testing web-based applications, or programming.Experience with Jira, Selenium, and Playwright with TypeScript is highly preferredFamiliarity with financial or business process applications is a plus.Intermediate understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC).Experience with automated testing tools.Basic familiarity with Agile development and QA methodologies.Experience with GitLab and Chrome.Basic understanding of relational databases, object-relational mapping, and distributed systems.Basic understanding of web development and related technologies.Intermediate attention to detail and analytical thinking.Intermediate verbal and written communication skills.Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a team environment.Intermediate time management and organizational abilities.Intermediate listening skills.Work Environment & Physical RequirementsWork Schedule: Regular, 40 hours/weekEnvironment: Hybrid (2 days in-office), environmentally controlledTravel: Less than 10%Physical Activity:Prolonged periods of sitting and computer useFrequent repetitive hand motionsAbility to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and sounds#LI-HH1#LI-HybridThe Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its applicants and employees. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other category covered by applicable federal, state, or local law. This equal employment opportunity policy applies to all employment policies, procedures, and practices, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, compensation, training, benefits, work assignments, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.It is DMA's policy to make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at [e-mail] or 800-309-2110 and choosing selection 6.