QA Automation Engineer

About the position

Morningstar is seeking a QA Automation Engineer to join the Central Technology Web Development team in support of Corporate Marketing. This hybrid position (3 days in-office) based in Chicago will focus on enhancing and updating Morningstar's web-based product suites. The role involves creating and testing web experiences across all browsers and operating systems, collaborating with product and development teams, and participating in Agile/Scrum ceremonies. The engineer will create and execute test cases, perform API testing, document defects, and create test plans and strategies while staying current with modern testing frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Create and test web experiences that are consistent across all browsers and operating systems.
• Collaborate with the product and development teams throughout the lifecycle.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning and backlog grooming.
• Create and execute test cases, including manual and automated scripts, for regression, integration, and functional testing.
• Perform API testing to validate functionality and reliability using tools such as Postman or custom scripts.
• Document and clearly articulate defects, ensuring timely problem resolution.
• Monitor and update defect reports, ensuring accurate tracking and follow-up.
• Independently test assigned features or user stories, ensuring they meet acceptance criteria and quality standards.
• Create test plans and strategies for assigned features or projects, considering potential risks and mitigation strategies.
• Stay current with modern testing frameworks like Playwright or Cypress.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in software testing, including both manual and automation testing.
• Experience with modern testing frameworks such as Playwright or Cypress.
• Proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript for writing basic test scripts.
• Understanding of API testing methodologies and tools such as Postman.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and the ability to actively participate in team ceremonies.
• Basic understanding of Content Management Systems (CMS); experience with Contentstack is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of cloud technologies, preferably AWS.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to independently own assigned features or user stories and drive them to completion.
• Basic understanding of automation frameworks with the ability to adapt to existing structures.
• Excellent self-study skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Contentstack as a CMS.
• Familiarity with cloud technologies, preferably AWS.

Benefits

• 75% 401k match up to 7%
• Stock Ownership Potential
• Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision)
• Potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions
• Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annually
• Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
• Trust-Based Time Off
• 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
• 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
• Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
• Annual Education Stipend
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Charitable Matching Gifts program
• Dollars for Doers volunteer program
• Paid volunteering days
• 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups