Software Quality Assurance (QA) Test Engineer

Medpace - Cincinnati, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Cincinnati, OH

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Software Quality Assurance (QA) Test Engineer at Medpace is responsible for planning and executing software testing for web-based applications developed by the IT department. This role involves collaborating with developers and end users to understand requirements, writing test plans, executing both manual and automated tests, and creating summary reports. The position is office-based in Cincinnati, Ohio, and is part of a rapidly growing organization recognized as a top workplace.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze functional requirements specifications to provide feedback and ensure requirements are testable
• Create test plans and test cases per documented requirements
• Participate in constructive peer review of test cases
• Execute functional test cases to ensure the system is robust and fit for purpose
• Report defects and work with the development team toward resolution of the defects
• Write test summary reports
• Help facilitate execution of acceptance test scripts by end users
• Attend regular project meetings (daily stand-ups, refinement meetings, etc.)
• Work closely with developers and end users throughout the software life cycle to ensure that applications meet the needs of the users

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 1+ years of experience in software testing, preferably in an agile-like environment
• Experience writing and executing manual testing for complex software applications
• Experience communicating and working within cross-departmental teams consisting of software developers, department leads, and end users
• Excellent computer skills
• Excellent analytical thinking skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience in the regulated healthcare industry is a plus

Benefits

• Hybrid work-from-home options (dependent upon position and level)
• Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Flexible work schedule
• Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives
• Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
• Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
• Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Discounted tuition for UC online programs