QA Automation (Mid-Level)r / Remote, 6+ Months Contract

USC, GC and H4 EAD only Location : Remote Duration: 6+ Months QA/QA Automation (Mid-Level) US - Remote About the Job: As a QA/QA Automation Engineer you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of software solutions for our clients in the financial services industry. With a focus on both manual and automated testing, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve issues, optimize testing processes, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality products. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented engineer with a passion for quality, a strong technical background, and a desire to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. What You'll Get to Do: • Design, develop, and execute test plans and test cases for both manual and automated testing. • Build and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts using tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or equivalent. • Identify, log, and track software defects to resolution, ensuring issues are resolved promptly and effectively. • Perform regression, performance, and functional testing to ensure software quality throughout the development lifecycle. • Collaborate with developers, Product Owners, and Scrum Masters to understand requirements and deliver test coverage aligned with client needs. • Ensure that testing aligns with Agile best practices, participating in sprint planning and retrospectives to improve processes. • Analyze test results, generate reports, and provide actionable feedback to development teams. • Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes, tools, and methodologies. • Promote a culture of quality by proactively identifying risks and gaps in testing coverage. What You'll Bring With You: • Technical Skills: • 3-5 years of experience in QA/QA Automation roles, with expertise in both manual and automated testing. • Proficiency in automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or equivalent. • Strong understanding of test frameworks and scripting languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Java). • Experience testing APIs using tools like Postman, SoapUI, or equivalent. • Knowledge of version control systems like Git and continuous integration tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD. • Familiarity with performance testing tools such as JMeter or Gatling. • Solid understanding of Agile testing practices and methodologies. • Soft Skills: • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail. • Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively within Agile teams. • Proactive approach to identifying quality risks and advocating for process improvements. • Preferred Qualifications: • ISTQB certification or equivalent QA-related credentials. • Experience in the financial services industry or with fintech projects. • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and testing in distributed environments. Apply tot his job