Quality Engineer III

Location: Cincinnati, OH | Contract – 4 months

About the role

We are seeking a Quality Engineer III to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in test automation for web, APIs, and data pipelines and a proven ability to design and implement scalable automation frameworks, validate data flows, and enable continuous testing in Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks for web, API, and data validation.
• Develop and execute test plans and test cases for Java and Python data APIs and Kafka‑based data movement.
• Implement BDD test assets including Features, Scenarios, and Step Definitions using Cucumber with Gherkin.
• Create and enhance Selenium automation with JUnit/TestNG and manage execution via Maven.
• Configure and manage CI/CD pipelines in Jenkins to run automated regression suites.
• Perform API testing using SOAP UI, including XML and web services validation.
• Collaborate within Scrum and Kanban teams, contribute to ceremonies, and support technical direction.

Requirements

• Proficiency in automation frameworks using Selenium WebDriver/GRID, JUnit or TestNG, and Maven.
• Hands‑on API testing with XML/SOAP and SOAP UI, including web services validation.
• Experience developing BDD tests with Cucumber and Gherkin.
• Strong knowledge of Agile methods, including Scrum and Kanban ceremonies.
• Programming skills in Java and Python, with familiarity in JavaScript frameworks such as Node.js or AngularJS.
• Experience with Jenkins for CI/CD and automated regression execution.
• Experience with Kafka and big data tools for data movement and validation.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to support design, development, and testing.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with CI tooling and automation technologies such as Jenkins, Maven, and JUnit benchmarking.
• Knowledge or certification in programming languages for test automation, including Python, Java, or C++.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge technologies and projects.

Pay

$61/hr (W2)