Software Test Engineer (Hybrid - Carmel, IN)

The Mom Project; Carmel (IN); Hybrid; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401k

Job summary

The Mom Project seeks a Software Test Engineer on a contract basis in Carmel, Indiana, offering a hybrid work arrangement. The role focuses on manual and automated testing across REST and SOAP APIs, UI automation with Selenium, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include test plan development, test execution, automation script maintenance, and QA contributions throughout the software development lifecycle. Degree in CS and testing experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 1+ years development or 3+ years automated testing experience.
• Experience testing REST and SOAP APIs.
• Experience developing and maintaining automated test scripts.
• Experience using Visual Studio and Selenium.
• Experience writing SQL queries.
• Understanding UI automation frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain test plans and test suites (manual & automated).
• Perform functional, integration, API, and UI testing.
• Build and maintain UI automation frameworks and scripts.
• Execute API testing to validate application functionality.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve test automation and quality.
• Participate in Agile teams to support continuous testing.

Skills

REST APIs

Selenium

SQL

UI Automation

Agile

Debugging

Cross-functional

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in CS or related

Tools

Visual Studio

Eclipse IDE

Job description

Our Customer is a leading global, diversified information, services and media company with more than 360 businesses. Its major interests include various financial services, medical information and services businesses, and lastly, ownership in cable television networks; 33 television stations; 24 daily and 52 weekly newspapers; digital services businesses; and nearly 250 magazines around the world.

Our Customer is seeking a Software Test Engineer on a contract basis to support their business needs. This role is hybrid in Carmel, IN.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain comprehensive manual and automated test plans, test cases, and test suites
• Perform functional, integration, API, SDK, web application, performance, load, and system testing
• Build and maintain UI automation frameworks and automation scripts
• Execute API testing to validate application functionality and performance
• Identify, document, track, and verify software defects through resolution
• Collaborate with engineering teams to design, develop, and improve software quality and test automation frameworks
• Participate in Agile development teams to support continuous testing throughout the software development lifecycle
• Prepare project estimates, task status updates, and testing reports
• Monitor testing progress against project timelines and resource plans
• Create work instructions, testing documentation, and training materials
• Support product releases by ensuring quality standards are met before production deployment
• Perform additional quality assurance and testing activities as assigned

Skills And Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• 1+ years of software development experience or 3+ years of automated software testing experience
• Experience testing REST and SOAP APIs
• Experience developing and maintaining automated test scripts
• Experience with automated testing tools such as Visual Studio and SeleniumExperience writing SQL queries
• Experience using Eclipse IDE or similar development environments
• Understanding of UI automation frameworks
• Understanding of software applications developed in .NET, Java, or PHP
• Experience debugging application code
• Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

• ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Contractor Benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of the waiting period for eligible engagements).

Benefits: Medical, Dental, and 401k (no match)

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.