Quality Assurance Engineer

Job#: 3047411 Job Description: Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted. Position: Quality Assurance Engineer Location: Denver, CO Pay Rate Range: $110,000-135,000 Position Overview/Key Responsibilities: - Strong foundational knowledge of manual testing principles, including test case design, types of testing (functional, regression, API, performance), and defect management. {=html} - The technical skill to write, run, and maintain automated test scripts (Playwright, TypeScript, Java, k6, MCP, AI-assisted testing, and others). {=html} - Proficiency in using developer tools, reading error logs, and tracing the source of an issue to provide detailed information to developers (Google DevTools, application logs, HTTP requests/responses, stack traces, heap dumps, etc.). {=html} - Proficiency in translating high-level business and functional requirements into detailed, efficient, and comprehensive test cases. {=html} - Knowledge of industry-wide quality assurance measures, testing standards, and current best practices. {=html} - Knowledge of identifying potential quality risks, assessing their impact and likelihood, and formulating effective mitigation strategies. {=html} - The ability to be proactive in identifying potential issues early in the development lifecycle rather than reactively finding them later. {=html} - Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with software engineers, system personnel, and management. {=html} - Extensive knowledge of various test automation tools and framework architectures (data-driven, keyword-driven, hybrid, BDD). {=html} - The technical skill to design, implement, and improve custom, enterprise-wide, and reusable automation frameworks. {=html} - The ability to adapt to new challenges, pivot strategies when data suggests a different path, and remain resilient in the face of setbacks is key to long-term success. {=html} - Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills. {=html} - The practical skill of integrating automated tests with various systems like version control, CI/CD pipelines, and test management tools. {=html} - Competency with test management tools (Zephyr Scale, GitLab, etc.) for logging bugs and tracking test progress. {=html} - Knowledge of various database systems, including relational databases and NoSQL databases. {=html} - Experience with specialized test data management and data governance platforms. {=html} - The ability to analyze test requirements and profile existing production data. {=html} - A deep understanding of core testing principles is paramount, including test case design techniques (boundary value analysis, equivalence partitioning), defect lifecycles, and how testing integrates into various methodologies. {=html} - The technical skill to design realistic performance test scenarios, which involves scripting user journeys, parameterizing data, and creating load models {=html} - The ability to systematically break down complex processes, {=html} - Proficiency in one or more programming or scripting languages. {=html} - identify bottlenecks, waste, and variation, and then develop innovative, data-driven solutions is a core skill. {=html} - The ability to execute predefined test cases and also perform unscripted exploratory testing. {=html} - Proficiency in translating high-level business and functional requirements into detailed, efficient, and comprehensive test cases. {=html} - Knowledge of industry-wide quality assurance measures, testing standards, and current best practices. {=html} - Knowledge of identifying potential quality risks, assessing their impact and likelihood, and formulating effective mitigation strategies. {=html} - The ability to be proactive in identifying potential issues early in the development lifecycle rather than reactively finding them later. {=html} - Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with software engineers, system personnel, and management. {=html} - Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills {=html} - Attends meetings and training as required. {=html} - Performs other duties as assigned. {=html} - Meticulous attention to detail is critical. {=html} - The ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams. Background checks: Must be able to pass Criminal, financial backgrounds and drug test Required Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and three years of relevant quality assurance/automated testing experience; or three years of experience as a Business Analyst or Software Engineer. OR Three years of relevant quality assurance/automated testing experience; or three years of experience as a Business Analyst or Software Engineer. Additional work experience in these or other related fields may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required formal education. Preferred Qualifications: - Agile (Agile Development Methodology) 4-6 years of experience - IBM DB2 UDB 1-3 years of experience - JavaScript 4-6 years of experience - JSON 4-6 years of experience - Communication skills both verbal and written 4-6 years of experience - Software Troubleshooting 4-6 years of experience 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 retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. 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. 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. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuo