Quality Assurance - Mid-Level

Aquent is proud to partner with a leading organization at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to delivering exceptional digital experiences. This company is renowned for its commitment to excellence and its dynamic, fast-paced environment where groundbreaking work is the norm. Join a team that values quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement, and make a significant impact on critical user-facing platforms.

Are you a passionate and skilled Development Engineer in Test eager to shape the future of mobile technology? We are seeking a dynamic individual to join a pivotal team focused on delivering high-quality, seamless mobile experiences. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing and maintaining robust automated testing solutions for our mobile applications, directly influencing the reliability and performance of critical user platforms. Your expertise will ensure our applications not only meet but exceed user expectations, contributing to the success of leading-edge initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

**Key Responsibilities**

* **Test Development & Automation**

* Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites using XCUI (iOS), Espresso (Android), and Appium for mobile applications.

* Create comprehensive test plans covering functional, feature, regression, and smoke testing scenarios.

* Identify and document edge cases and complex test scenarios in collaboration with developers.

* **Test Execution & Quality Assurance**

* Execute manual and automated tests across mobile platforms to ensure application quality and reliability.

* Perform post-deployment testing to validate backend services and API integrations.

* Conduct thorough regression testing prior to each release cycle.

* Document and track defects with clear reproduction steps and severity classification.

* **Cross-Functional Collaboration**

* Partner with developers to define testable acceptance criteria and identify potential quality risks early in the development cycle.

* Work closely with Product Owners to ensure features meet business requirements and follow QA best practices.

* Facilitate or lead daily stand-ups, providing clear status updates on testing progress and blockers.

* Actively participate in refinement sessions, asking critical questions to clarify requirements and uncover gaps.

* **Process Improvement & Leadership**

* Collaborate with QA team members to enhance testing processes, frameworks, and methodologies.

* Promote and implement QA best practices across the team.

* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for test coverage, automation, and efficiency.

* Mentor junior QA engineers and provide guidance on testing strategies and tools.

* **Quality Metrics & Reporting**

* Track and report on test coverage, defect trends, and quality metrics.

* Provide clear status reports on testing progress and release readiness.

* Identify quality risks and communicate impact to stakeholders.

**Required Skills & Experience**

* BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

* 3-5 years of experience in mobile application testing (iOS and/or Android).

* 3+ years building and maintaining test automation frameworks.

* Proven experience developing, executing, and maintaining automated test scripts.

* Strong hands-on coding experience with Java or other object-oriented programming languages.

* Experience with mobile automation tools: XCUI (iOS) and/or Espresso (Android).

* Proficiency with test management and defect tracking tools (JIRA, Zephyr, or similar).

* Solid understanding of mobile development lifecycles on iOS and/or Android platforms.

* Working knowledge of CI/CD practices and DevOps methodologies.

* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent testing efforts across geographically distributed teams.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

* Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

* Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in team environments.

**Nice-to-Have Qualifications**

* Experience using Github Copilot/Cursor to code, write test.

* Experience with Kotlin and/or Swift programming languages.

* Knowledge of Appium for cross-platform mobile testing.

* Experience in financial services or trading platforms.

* Understanding of security testing and data compliance requirements.

* Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and ceremonies.

**About Aquent Talent**

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Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.