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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software QA Engineer - **Company:** DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. - **Location:** Indianapolis, IN, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Agile Methodology, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Computer Programming, Computer Literacy, Relational Databases, Web Development, Distributed Systems, Issue Tracking Systems, Object-Relational Mapping, Scrum Methodology, Selenium, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Test Data, TypeScript, Test Scripts, Gitlab, Information Technology, Playwright - **Published:** August 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=85f597c336f7ce2b ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field. * 2-5 years of experience in QA, testing web-based applications, or programming. * Experience with Jira, Selenium, and Playwright with TypeScript is highly preferred * Familiarity with financial or business process applications is a plus. * Intermediate understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC). * Experience with automated testing tools. * Basic familiarity with Agile development and QA methodologies. * Experience with GitLab and Chrome. * Basic understanding of relational databases, object-relational mapping, and distributed systems. * Basic understanding of web development and related technologies. * Intermediate attention to detail and analytical thinking. * Intermediate verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a team environment. * Intermediate time management and organizational abilities. * Intermediate listening skills., * Environment: Hybrid (2 days in-office), environmentally controlled * Travel: Less than 10% * Physical Activity: + Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use + Frequent repetitive hand motions + Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and sounds ## Description The Software QA Engineer is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of DMA's software solutions through the design, development, and execution of manual and automated testing processes. This role collaborates with development teams and stakeholders to validate functionality, performance, and compliance with business requirements. 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