QA Engineer

Job#: 3013333

Job Description:

The QA Engineer III is responsible for independently identifying and mitigating intricate quality challenges that arise from system and client enhancements, thereby safeguarding product quality prior to deployment. This role requires close partnership with project teams across the full project lifecycle to embed quality assurance principles from inception to delivery. Key duties include comprehensive testing, diligent progress tracking, and clear defect reporting to all relevant project stakeholders. The QA Engineer III may also directly interact with external client partners for new client onboarding and the enhancement of existing client capabilities. Additional responsibilities may include configuration updates and facilitating business integration.

Essential Job Functions

Utilizes analytical skills, test plans and test scripts based on the business and functional requirements for the project and the review of these documents with systems analysts, developers, and/or vendors. Responsible for the creation of a first events validation plan which includes production validation, backout mitigation plan, and post-install support. - (20%)

Demonstrates an aptitude for detail and accuracy and technical knowledge, executes test scripts and reports defects using JIRA. Utilizes knowledge of database structure, creates and executes SQL queries to identify test accounts and verify application behavior is working as expected - (20%)

Utilizes problem solving and communication skills to work with development teams and/or vendors to resolve and retest identified defects. Report on testing progress to testing lead or project manager - (20%)

Executes first events validation and provides knowledge transfer documentation to the production support team. Updates project reporting documentation and attends team meetings. Utilizes defect management and organization skills, provide progress and metrics on test execution and defects to project team - (15%)

Demonstrates foundational knowledge of credit card operations, banking, financial, loyalty rewards, and credit card regulatory while working with various areas of the business. Demonstrates leadership by driving the testing of projects and collaborates with stakeholders in understanding the testing needs and reporting on testing results - (15%)

Act as liaison to developers, vendors, and other areas of the business to ensure project requirements are satisfied. - (10%)

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

8+ years of Banking/Financial Services/Insurance Domain functional testing experience

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree Computer Science/Information Technology or Equal Technical Degree

ISTQB

CSTP

CAT

10+ years of Banking/Financial Services/Insurance Domain functional testing experience

Skills

Agile Methodology

API Testing

Atlassian JIRA

Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD)

Database Testing

DB2 SQL

Quality Assurance (QA)

Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC)

Structured Query Language (SQL)

Test Case Design

Test Data Management

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

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 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.