Senior Software Engineer (QA)

Job Description

Job Position: Senior Software Engineer (QA)

Job Type: W2

Loc: 100% Remote

Pay rate: $40/hr on W2

Duration: 6-month contract to hire

Client: Cotiviti

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer (QA) to lead UI testing, automation, and end-to-end validation for high-volume transaction-based applications. This role focuses on ensuring quality across UI, APIs, and databases within a cloud-enabled, Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform UI functional, regression, and integration testing
• Design and maintain automation frameworks (Selenium/Playwright)
• Develop automation scripts using Java or Python
• Conduct API testing (REST, Karate) and validate responses
• Execute SQL queries for database validation
• Perform end-to-end testing across UI, backend, and services
• Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins/GitHub Actions)
• Track defects, collaborate with dev teams, and validate fixes
• Provide test status, risk analysis, and continuous QA improvements

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years in Software QA / Automation Testing
• Strong experience with UI testing & automation frameworks
• Hands-on with Selenium or Playwright + Java/Python
• Experience with API testing (Karate/REST)
• Strong SQL/database validation skills
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments
• Knowledge of CI/CD, Git, and cloud/microservices architectures

Preferred Skills

• Experience with AI-assisted QA tools
• Exposure to cloud-based applications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills