Software Quality Engineer (Master of Automated Assurance)

Ron Turley Associates LLC • Glendale, AZ

1d • $105,000 - $120,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Do you enjoy building and refining automated test frameworks that ensure software quality day in and day out? Are you the type who dreams in test cases and can’t help but break down complex requirements into repeatable scripts? Do you thrive on collaboration with product and engineering teams to ensure every feature meets (and exceeds) expectations? If so, read on…
I’m the QA Manager at RTA, and I’m looking for a Software Quality Engineer to own the automation test suite for our software—while occasionally rolling up your sleeves to do manual testing as needed. This role is about creating reliable automated tests, coaching teammates on best practices, and translating complex business requirements into robust test scenarios. If this sounds like you, you could be the peanut butter to our jelly! Read on and apply!
To set expectations clearly: As part of the QA team, you will be expected to contribute to manual testing efforts as needed, ensuring features are thoroughly validated and meet quality standards prior to release.

Requirements

• 5+ years of software testing experience, with significant focus on automation.
• Proficiency with Java, JavaScript, Node.js, Selenium (or similar automation frameworks), MSSQL, Docker, AWS, and GitHub.
• Bachelor’s Degree not required but preferred, especially in a technical or engineering-related field.
• This is a hybrid role with expectation of being in the office MWF.
• We cannot accept any student visas or an proivde sponsorship at this time.

Nice To Haves

• ISTQB (Foundation, Advanced, or Test Manager)
• CSTE (Certified Software Tester)
• Certified Agile Tester
• Other relevant QA/Automation certifications

Responsibilities

• Automate, Automate, Automate: Build and maintain robust test frameworks using Java-based tools (e.g., Selenium), ensuring coverage of both frontend/UI and backend/API.
• Manual Testing (As Needed): Perform hands-on testing for complex or one-off scenarios where automation isn’t yet in place.
• Test Strategy & Planning: Partner with product managers and engineering leads to prioritize testing efforts based on risk and impact.
• Code Review & Collaboration: Participate in peer reviews of automated tests, and provide constructive feedback on QA best practices.
• Performance & Load Testing (Bonus): Identify opportunities to stress-test our software, ensuring it scales gracefully.
• Reporting & Metrics: Track testing progress, defects, and automation coverage; communicate these metrics across the team and leadership.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively suggest improvements to testing methods, tools, and processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level