QA Engineer
Location: Austin, TX
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Quality Assurance
Job Description Apply Now
The role of a QA Engineer is a critical one within technology-driven organizations, focusing on ensuring the reliability, performance, and quality of software products. As a QA Engineer, you will play a fundamental role in developing and maintaining both automated and manual test cases, collaborating with development teams, and supporting all phases of the software development cycle. This position requires a strong understanding of testing methodologies, hands-on experience with modern testing tools such as Playwright, WebdriverIO, and JMeter, as well as a dedication to continuous improvement in software processes. The QA Engineer position is a rewarding opportunity for professionals who are passionate about software quality, innovation, and teamwork, and who are looking to advance their career within a leading administrative software solutions provider. If you are ready to take on new challenges and contribute to the success of a dynamic technology organization, we encourage you to apply for this full-time role.
Working as a QA Engineer provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest software testing tools and frameworks. This role will require you to create and maintain automated test scripts, perform manual test execution, and support testing activities across development, user acceptance testing (UAT), and production environments. The company values innovation and the ability to adapt to evolving testing needs, offering you the chance to lead UAT initiatives and provide critical troubleshooting expertise. In addition, you will be responsible for defect logging and tracking using industry-standard platforms such as Jira, ensuring that all issues are documented and resolved efficiently.
The ideal QA Engineer candidate will have extensive experience in both manual and automated testing environments, a solid grasp of performance testing, and the ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams. You will be expected to support on-call testing activities, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions. The organization you’ll join prioritizes professional growth, fostering a collaborative culture where your input is valued, and your career can flourish.
QA Engineer - Summary- Full-time position focusing on software quality assurance for a leading administrative software provider
- Emphasis on both automated and manual test case development and execution
- Engagement with cross-functional teams throughout the software lifecycle
- Opportunities for professional development within a forward-thinking organization
- Create and maintain automated test cases using Playwright or similar tools
- Develop and execute manual test cases, track execution results, and log defects using Jira
- Collaborate with development teams to support testing across development, UAT, and production environments
- Lead UAT testing activities and troubleshoot test case issues as needed
- Participate in on-call testing support to ensure software reliability
- Contribute to performance testing and continuous improvement of testing processes
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Opportunities for advancement within an industry-leading organization
- Dedicated engagement management and support for your professional success
- Recognition as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner
- 10+ years of manual test script execution experience
- 8+ years of automated QA testing experience
- 8+ years of QA test script creation experience
- 5+ years of performance testing experience
- Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, Playwright, WebdriverIO, or JMeter
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Experienced QA Engineer with a deep understanding of both manual and automated testing methodologies
- Proven track record in performance testing and test script development
- Ability to effectively troubleshoot and resolve test case issues
- Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
- Adaptable, proactive, and committed to software quality and continuous improvement
- The organization has over 25 years of industry experience and a strong reputation for innovation and employee engagement
- Supportive management and a culture that values employee growth and success
- This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge testing tools and frameworks
- Located in a vibrant technology hub, providing ample professional networking and development opportunities
Ready to take the next step in your QA Engineer career? Click the application button to submit your application and join a team dedicated to software excellence and innovation.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.