Software Developer In Test

Job Title: Automation Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Description

Join our dynamic software test development team as an Automation Quality Assurance Engineer, where you will be integral to a cross-functional application development team. Your primary focus will be to ensure the quality and functionality of software applications by designing, developing, and automating test cases.

Responsibilities

• Form part of the software test development team within a cross-functional application development team.
• Design and develop test cases to verify software applications against both functional and non-functional requirements.
• Automate test cases using Python and other frameworks.
• Work closely with Development Teams to understand product requirements, application design, and workflows to create effective functional tests.
• Execute test scripts and thoroughly document all defects identified during test executions.
• Actively participate in the development and improvement of existing test cases.
• Create and maintain test suites, test plans, and test reports.
• Develop, update, and maintain system tests (functional/black-box) using both UI and API.
• Develop performance and scalability tests.
• Conduct User Acceptance Tests.
• Perform Interoperability Tests to verify the integration of various systems.
• Automate Regression Tests using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar scheduling platforms.

Essential Skills

• Ability to analyze technical specifications and design documentation.
• Comprehensive understanding of traceability matrices, test plans, and other test management concepts.
• Knowledge of testing methodologies and test case development.
• Experience using Postman or similar technologies for executing manual and automated API tests.
• Ability to adapt to Agile Scrum Software Development methodologies.
• Minimum of 3 years of programming experience in Python or another object-oriented programming language.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred 3 years of experience in developing and executing performance, load, and scalability tests using JMeter.
• Experience with Xray, TestRail or other test management tools.
• Experience using WebdriverIO, Selenium, or Cucumber for automated testing.
• Experience using AI tools for test development is a plus.

Work Environment

This role is based in a hybrid/on-site setting in Raleigh, NC, offering a collaborative and supportive environment. The position requires a blend of remote and in-person work, providing flexibility and the opportunity to work closely with team members.

This is a Contract position based out of Raleigh, NC.

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Raleigh,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 13, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.