Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Title: Senior Quality Assurance EngineerLocation: Berkeley Heights, NJ OR Alpharetta, GA (Onsite)Fulltime
About the RoleAs a Quality Assurance Engineering Advisor I, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of software products. You will partner closely with engineering, product, and cross-functional teams to define and execute quality strategies, identify risks, and drive continuous improvement across the software development lifecycle. This position requires a strong background in test automation, performance testing, and Agile delivery practices.Key ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end quality assurance activities for complex software applications and platforms.Define, develop, and execute comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and test cases.Identify, document, prioritize, and track software defects through resolution.Collaborate with engineering and product teams to establish and maintain high-quality standards throughout the development lifecycle.Drive the adoption of QA best practices, tools, and methodologies.Mentor and support junior QA engineers, fostering technical growth and adherence to quality standards.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance testing processes, efficiency, and product quality.Analyze test results and provide clear recommendations to stakeholders.Support Agile teams by actively participating in sprint planning, refinement, testing, and release activities.Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.6+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance or a related field.3+ years of hands-on experience with test automation frameworks and automation testing.3+ years of experience in performance and load testing.3+ years of experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.Equivalent combination of education, professional experience, and/or military service may be considered.Preferred QualificationsExperience with industry-standard automated testing tools and frameworks.Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and related tools.Familiarity with security testing concepts and practices.Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies.Certification in software testing or quality assurance disciplines.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Experience working in cross-functional, fast-paced technology environments.Skills and CompetenciesTest AutomationPerformance TestingDefect ManagementQuality Strategy and PlanningAgile MethodologiesCI/CD PracticesRisk AssessmentTeam Mentoring and LeadershipContinuous ImprovementStakeholder Collaboration