Company:
ApTask
Location: Houston
Closing Date: 30/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
About Client:
The client provides information technology (IT) services, including business outsourcing, infrastructure technology, and application services. The application service offered by the company includes application development, maintenance, and support. The markets served by the company are financial services and insurance, healthcare, manufacturing, government, transportation, communications, and consumer and retail industries.
Rate Range: $48-$50/Hr
Job Description:
The Senior QA Engineer is responsible for leading the testing efforts to ensure the quality and reliability of software applications.
They play a key role in test strategy development, test planning, execution, and driving improvements in test processes.
A Senior QA Engineer collaborates closely with development, product, and business teams to identify and resolve issues early in the software development lifecycle.
Years of experience needed – 5-7 years’
Key Responsibilities:
Test Strategy and Planning
Develop Test Strategies: Create detailed test strategies and plans based on product requirements, timelines, and risks.
Define Testing Scope: Determine the scope of testing based on project goals, requirements, and potential risks.
Test Prioritization: Prioritize test activities based on project timelines, business impact, and criticality of features.
Risk Management: Identify high-risk areas and develop mitigation strategies to address potential quality issues early in the process.
Test Case Design and Execution:
Test Case Development: Write, review, and maintain comprehensive test cases, scenarios, and scripts based on functional and non-functional requirements.
Automated Testing: Lead the development of automated test scripts using tools like Selenium, JUnit, Cucumber, TestNG, or other test automation frameworks.
Manual Testing: Perform manual testing for new features, regression testing, and exploratory testing where necessary.
Functional and Non-Functional Testing: Ensure thorough testing across both functional areas (e.g., UI, API, integration) and non-functional aspects (e.g., performance, security, usability).
Cross-Browser and Cross-Device Testing: Ensure compatibility of applications across different devices, browsers, and platforms.
Test Automation and Continuous Integration:
Automation Framework Design: Develop and maintain robust automation frameworks for end-to-end, API, and UI testing.
Integrate with CI/CD: Work with DevOps teams to integrate automated tests into continuous integration and deployment pipelines (CI/CD) to enable automated regression testing.
Test Automation Maintenance: Ensure automated test suites are kept up to date with the latest features and changes in the application.
Defect Management and Troubleshooting:
Defect Tracking: Identify, report, and track bugs and defects using tools like Jira, Bugzilla, or Azure DevOps.
Defect Triage: Participate in defect triage meetings to discuss and prioritize issues based on business needs and impact.
Root Cause Analysis: Work closely with development teams to conduct root cause analysis of defects and provide suggestions for improving code quality.
Re-testing and Regression Testing: Verify bug fixes and perform regression testing to ensure that fixes do not introduce new issues.
About ApTask:
ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Candidate Data Collection Disclaimer:
At ApTask, we prioritize safeguarding your privacy. As part of our recruitment process, certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) may be requested by our clients for verification and application purposes. Rest assured, we strictly adhere to confidentiality standards and comply with all relevant data protection laws. Please note that we only collect the necessary information as specified by each client and do not request sensitive details during the initial stages of recruitment.
If you have any concerns or queries about your personal information, please feel free to contact our compliance team at
The client provides information technology (IT) services, including business outsourcing, infrastructure technology, and application services. The application service offered by the company includes application development, maintenance, and support. The markets served by the company are financial services and insurance, healthcare, manufacturing, government, transportation, communications, and consumer and retail industries.
Rate Range: $48-$50/Hr
Job Description:
The Senior QA Engineer is responsible for leading the testing efforts to ensure the quality and reliability of software applications.
They play a key role in test strategy development, test planning, execution, and driving improvements in test processes.
A Senior QA Engineer collaborates closely with development, product, and business teams to identify and resolve issues early in the software development lifecycle.
Years of experience needed – 5-7 years’
Key Responsibilities:
Test Strategy and Planning
Develop Test Strategies: Create detailed test strategies and plans based on product requirements, timelines, and risks.
Define Testing Scope: Determine the scope of testing based on project goals, requirements, and potential risks.
Test Prioritization: Prioritize test activities based on project timelines, business impact, and criticality of features.
Risk Management: Identify high-risk areas and develop mitigation strategies to address potential quality issues early in the process.
Test Case Design and Execution:
Test Case Development: Write, review, and maintain comprehensive test cases, scenarios, and scripts based on functional and non-functional requirements.
Automated Testing: Lead the development of automated test scripts using tools like Selenium, JUnit, Cucumber, TestNG, or other test automation frameworks.
Manual Testing: Perform manual testing for new features, regression testing, and exploratory testing where necessary.
Functional and Non-Functional Testing: Ensure thorough testing across both functional areas (e.g., UI, API, integration) and non-functional aspects (e.g., performance, security, usability).
Cross-Browser and Cross-Device Testing: Ensure compatibility of applications across different devices, browsers, and platforms.
Test Automation and Continuous Integration:
Automation Framework Design: Develop and maintain robust automation frameworks for end-to-end, API, and UI testing.
Integrate with CI/CD: Work with DevOps teams to integrate automated tests into continuous integration and deployment pipelines (CI/CD) to enable automated regression testing.
Test Automation Maintenance: Ensure automated test suites are kept up to date with the latest features and changes in the application.
Defect Management and Troubleshooting:
Defect Tracking: Identify, report, and track bugs and defects using tools like Jira, Bugzilla, or Azure DevOps.
Defect Triage: Participate in defect triage meetings to discuss and prioritize issues based on business needs and impact.
Root Cause Analysis: Work closely with development teams to conduct root cause analysis of defects and provide suggestions for improving code quality.
Re-testing and Regression Testing: Verify bug fixes and perform regression testing to ensure that fixes do not introduce new issues.
About ApTask:
ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Candidate Data Collection Disclaimer:
At ApTask, we prioritize safeguarding your privacy. As part of our recruitment process, certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) may be requested by our clients for verification and application purposes. Rest assured, we strictly adhere to confidentiality standards and comply with all relevant data protection laws. Please note that we only collect the necessary information as specified by each client and do not request sensitive details during the initial stages of recruitment.
If you have any concerns or queries about your personal information, please feel free to contact our compliance team at
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