QA Engineer

About the position

The QA Engineer position at Fortuna BMC is designed for an experienced professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality software. This role involves leveraging expertise in functional, automation, and API testing to ensure that products are robust, reliable, and user-friendly. The position offers a unique opportunity to work on innovative projects and collaborate with talented professionals while maintaining the highest standards of software quality. Client-facing experience is a key requirement for this role.

Responsibilities

• Design, document, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases.
• Identify, document, and track software defects and inconsistencies.
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to provide feedback on requirements, design, and implementation.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using industry-standard tools and frameworks.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing.
• Analyze automation test results and work closely with the development team to address issues.
• Design and execute API test plans to validate functionality, performance, and security.
• Utilize tools like Postman, SoapUI, or similar for thorough API testing.
• Maintain detailed API test documentation and ensure comprehensive endpoint coverage.
• Participate in code reviews and provide QA insights.
• Ensure adherence to QA standards, best practices, and guidelines.
• Continuously improve testing processes to enhance product quality and reliability.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including development, product management, and operations.
• Provide clear and regular updates on testing progress and identified issues to stakeholders.
• Mentor and support junior QA engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Requirements

• Client-facing experience and the ability to present in client settings.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in software quality assurance, with expertise in functional, automation, and API testing.
• Proficiency with test automation tools like Selenium, JUnit, or TestNG.
• Hands-on experience with API testing tools such as Postman and SoapUI.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and QA methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner.
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, JavaScript, or similar.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab.
• Working knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Benefits

• Paid sick leave based on state regulations after 90 days of employment.
• Medical, dental, and vision are offered after a waiting period (60% paid by Fortuna).
• Free TeleMedicine and Mental Health for all employees and their families.
• Additional volunteer options such as Group Life Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Care, Short Term Disability.