Software Test Analyst - Senior Software Test Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Software Test Engineer with deep expertise in functional testing, automation, API validation, performance testing, and enterprise system integrations. This role requires strong technical skills, leadership capabilities, and experience working in Agile environments to ensure quality across complex enterprise applications.

Job Duties

• Lead QA strategy and best practices for enterprise applications (Payments, CRM).
  
• Mentor junior QA engineers and provide technical guidance.
  
• Design and implement automation frameworks using Playwright (Python) and Pytest.
  
• Automate REST API testing using REST Assured.
  
• Execute performance and load tests using Locust, JMeter, or LoadRunner.
  
• Validate data integrity across systems using SQL (joins, multi-table queries, CTE).
  
• Maintain and enhance legacy test scripts in UFT/VBScript.
  
• Integrate automated tests into Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines.
  
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and product owners in Agile teams.
  
• Perform security and compliance testing (PCI DSS, GDPR, HIPPA) for enterprise systems.
  
• Ensure accessibility and usability compliance for applications.
  
• Conduct Manual and automated accessibility evaluations.
  
• Manage test cases and reporting using Azure Test Plans or similar tools.
  
• Create and maintain test documentation (BRD, FRD, SRS, RTM).
  
• Oversee test environment setup and test data management.
  

Requirements

8+ years:

• Experience in software testing, including automation and performance testing.
  

Strong experience with Playwright (Python) and Pytest.

API automation using REST Assured.

Proficiency in SQL for data validation.

Hands-on experience with Dynamics 365 functional testing.

Performance testing tools: Locust, JMeter, or LoadRunner.

Familiarity with Git, Allure, and Azure DevOps pipelines.

Experience with test data management and environment configuration.

Knowledge of security standards (PCI, GDPR) and accessibility guidelines.

Knowledge of WCAG 2.1/2.2 guidelines

Knowledge of assistive technologies (i.e. JAWS, NVDA)

Excellent communication and leadership skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Desired Skills

• Certifications: Dynamics 365, Python, SQL, Agile.
  
• Knowledge of C#/.NET/Java.
  
• Exposure to Docker/Kubernetes and containerized environments.
  
• Experience with Azure Test Plans or similar test management tools.
  
• Familiarity with SAFe or other scaled Agile frameworks
  

Minimum Education

• Bachelor's Degree
  

Location

• Local candidates within 70 miles of Lansing (strongly preferred) or non-local (must be willing to relocate within 70 miles of Lansing at their own expense from acceptance with no delays & follow the hybrid schedule).
  
• Position is a hybrid schedule will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays are required onsite days). NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION
  
• Working hours Monday-Friday, approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States; We are unable to offer sponsorships at this time
  
• Must undergo a background check and drug screening for employment.
  

Employment Terms

• This is a W2 position
  
• 40 hrs per week
  
• HYBRID schedule - will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays are required onsite days). NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION
  

About Zenfreed

At Zenfreed, we are more than an IT company. We bridge the gap between people wanting to do the work they were meant to do and organizations needing the right talent.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Benefits

We understand a comprehensive benefits package is crucial to employment satisfaction. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage options for all employees.