Mid Data QA Engineer

Job#: 3027031

Job Description:

Location: 100% Remote - Candidates must reside near the Southlake, TX or Austin, TX

Role: Data/ETL QA Engineer

Industry: Financial Services / Data Engineering & Quality Assurance
Overview

We are seeking a Mid-Level Data QA Engineer with strong experience testing ETL applications in a data-centric, enterprise environment. This role supports high-impact data quality initiatives within the financial services domain. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Informatica tools, SQL, and modern ETL testing methodologies, along with a strong analytical mindset and keen attention to detail.

This role is fully remote, but candidates must be located within commuting distance of Southlake, TX or Austin, TX.
Key Responsibilities

• Test and validate ETL workflows, data pipelines, and data transformations across complex financial datasets.
• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and data validation scripts for ETL processes.
• Analyze and debug Stored Procedures, Table-Valued Functions, and ETL logic.
• Perform end-to-end data quality checks using Informatica DVO and other QA tools.
• Validate data mappings, transformations, and integration logic across multiple systems.
• Collaborate with Data Engineers, ETL Developers, and business teams to identify data defects and ensure accurate resolution.
• Support QA documentation, defect tracking, and reporting using Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Zephyr).
• Ensure QA processes align with data governance, data quality, and financial regulatory expectations.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years hands-on experience with modern ETL tools, including:
  • Informatica PowerCenter
  • Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC)
• 5+ years of proven experience using Informatica Data Validation Option (DVO).
• 3+ years working with and debugging Stored Procedures / Table-Valued Functions.
• 3-5 years of strong SQL proficiency, including the ability to read, interpret, and validate complex SQL queries, views, and stored procedures.
• Solid understanding of Data Warehouse, ETL architecture, and data integration concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Experience using Jira, Confluence, Zephyr, or similar tools.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving abilities.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Financial services or financial data experience is a significant plus.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Methodical, detail-oriented, and highly analytical.
• Comfortable navigating complex data environments and ETL systems.
• Strong communicator who can collaborate across technical and business teams.
• Passionate about data quality, accuracy, and process improvement.

EEO Employer

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.