TEKsystems · 6 hours ago
Lead QA Engineer (Web Services - API Testing)
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$43/hr - $53/hr
5+ years expTEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, and they are seeking a Lead QA Engineer with strong financial services experience. This role involves conducting end-to-end testing across web services, APIs, and UI components to ensure quality standards are met throughout the software development lifecycle.
Information Technology
Responsibilities
Conduct end-to-end testing across applications, APIs, and backend services to ensure business, functional, and technical requirements are met throughout the SDLC
Execute manual and automated test scripts based on defined test strategies and plans
Perform web services/API testing using any industry tool (Parasoft, GreenHat, SmartWare experience is a plus but not required)
Validate REST APIs, data flows, and integrations with backend systems
Participate in production certification, executing automated and manual scripts to validate production health and identify post-release defects
Collaborate closely with development, product, and offshore QA teams to clarify requirements, identify defects, and ensure quality standards
Analyze logs (Splunk) and defect trends to proactively identify risks and issues
Contribute to Agile ceremonies and ensure testing activities align with sprint goals
Write high-quality test scripts, maintain automation suites, and ensure CI/CD integration where applicable
Qualification
Required
5+ years of QA experience, including both manual and automation testing
Strong experience testing REST APIs and web services
Hands-on experience with Java, Selenium, and JavaScript for automation
Strong understanding of STLC, testing methodologies, and Agile practices
Ability to write and execute high-quality test cases and automation scripts
Experience with cross-browser and cross-device UI validation
Excellent verbal and written communication skills—must vocal, and collaborative as a lead onshore tester
Ability to work with onshore teams and drive clarity in requirements and defects
Experience with Splunk or similar log/monitoring tools
Experience with defect management tools (JIRA, ALM, etc.)
Self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong SQL skills for backend validation
Manual testing + strong Web Services/API testing
Automation experience (Java/Selenium/JavaScript)
Strong communication, assertiveness, and ability to think independently
Agile experience
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (strongly preferred)
Experience in financial services or payments/merchant services
Familiarity with Parasoft, GreenHat, SmartWare, or similar web services testing tools
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Company
TEKsystems
At TEKsystems, they understand people. Every year they deploy over 80,000 IT professionals at 6,000 client sites across North America,
10001+ employees
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