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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # contract Software Quality Assurance Engineer - **Company:** CareerCircle - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $83,200.0 - $93,600.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Analog Electronics, Android Software Development, Apple IOS, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Mobile Application Development, Code Coverage, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, Firmware, Hardware Interface Design, Mobile Application Software, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, Systems Development Life Cycle, Reliability Engineering, Software Reliability Testing, Selenium, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), Software Quality Assurance (SQA), SQL Databases, Test Case, Test Management, Web Applications, Scripting, Test Scripts, Generative AI, Bug Reporting, Information Technology, Software Version Control, Testrail, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/ma/north-reading/2b0758d3-423f-4aae-8ec5-51c36969fa98 ## About the Role Linux CI/CD Tooling Teamwork Equities Testrail Apple IOS Test Case Visionary Pipelines Leadership Management Automation Innovation Scalability Reliability Communication System Testing Follow Through Detail Oriented Version Control Test Automation Computer Science Safety Assurance Quality Assurance Workflow Management Amazon Web Services Selenium (Software) Artificial Intelligence Hardware Interface Design Engineering Design Process Android (Operating System) Software Quality (SQA/SQC) Java (Programming Language) Python (Programming Language), * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience. * 2-4 years of industry experience testing software, including website applications. * At least 2 years of quality assurance experience with both manual and automation testing. * Hands-on experience with test automation using Java or Python. * Experience with end-to-end mobile testing on Android and iOS platforms. * Proficiency working in a Linux/Unix environment. * Experience with QA processes and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). * Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate findings and recommendations. * Demonstrated ability to independently execute end-to-end test cycles and proactively identify defects. * Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing and documentation. * Ability to work onsite in Boston during standard business hours, Monday-Friday. Additional Skills & Qualifications * Experience with HTML, JavaScript, and SQL. * Experience with Selenium for web application test automation. * Hands-on experience using AI/GenAI tools within QA workflows, such as AI-assisted test generation or automation. * Familiarity with TestRail or similar test case management tools. * Experience with CI/CD tools and version control systems. * Familiarity with AWS cloud-based testing platforms. * Ability to operate with a leadership mindset that includes diving deep into issues and maintaining a strong bias for action. Work Environment This role is fully onsite in a Boston office, working Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET. You will be part of a collaborative, fast-paced product team focused on delivering high-quality experiences for a consumer device across web, mobile, and hardware interfaces. Daily work involves close interaction with development and QA teams, participation in release readiness reviews, and use of modern tooling such as Linux/Unix environments, automation frameworks, AI/GenAI tools, TestRail, CI/CD pipelines, version control, and AWS-based testing platforms. The environment emphasizes teamwork, clear communication, and a strong commitment to product quality and continuous improvement. Job Type & Location, Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors., Derry, NH, *On-Site Firmware Debugging Scripting Visionary Innovation Test Design Oscilloscope Test Planning Code Coverage Product Design Test Equipment Detail Oriented Defect Tracking Test Engineering Laboratory Testing Analog Electronics Industry Standards Root Cause Analysis Design Verification Electronic Hardware Product Requirements Programming Languages Printed Circuit Board Laboratory Experience Artificial Intelligence Design Verification Test Engineering Design Process C++ (Programming Language) Verbal Communication Skills Verification And Validation Python (Programming Language) Continuous Improvement Process Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Electromagnetic Interference And Compatibility (EMC/EMI) +0 Quality Engineer Actalent Beverly, MA*On-Site Triage Auditing Visionary Innovation Electronics Reliability Calibration High Voltage Investigation Collaboration Product Design Semiconductors Quality Control ISO 9000 Series Test Engineering Failure Analysis Failure Mechanisms Industry Standards Testing Techniques Root Cause Analysis Electrical Networks Fault Tree Analysis Equipment Operation Compliance Auditing Reliability Testing Laboratory Equipment Semiconductor Device Laboratory Procedures Electrical Engineering Reliability Engineering Artificial Intelligence Automatic Test Equipment Engineering Design Process Continuous Improvement Process Mixed-Signal Integrated Circuits Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Failure Mode And Effects Analysis International Automotive Task Force +0 Software Quality Assurance Actalent North Reading, MA*On-Site Unix Linux CI/CD Equities Testrail Apple IOS Test Case Visionary Leadership Management Automation Innovation Scalability Reliability Communication System Testing Follow Through Detail Oriented Version Control Test Automation Computer Science Safety Assurance Quality Assurance Workflow Management Amazon Web Services Selenium (Software) Artificial Intelligence Engineering Design Process Android (Operating System) Software Quality (SQA/SQC) Java (Programming Language) Python (Programming Language) Mobile Application Development Systems Development Life Cycle Software Development Life Cycle HyperText Markup Language (HTML) JavaScript (Programming Language) Generative Artificial Intelligence +0 Google IT Automation with Python ## Description This contract Software Quality Assurance Engineer role offers the opportunity to work hands-on across web, mobile, and device platforms for a high-impact consumer product. You will collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other quality engineers to ensure the reliability and performance of production environments. Throughout the development cycle, you will identify use cases, design and execute test cases, leverage AI/GenAI tools to enhance QA workflows, and clearly report test results and defects., * Collaborate daily with developers, product managers, and quality engineers to ensure the proper operation and stability of production environments. * Identify and document detailed use cases and user scenarios for web, mobile, and device-based consumer products. * Create comprehensive manual and automated test cases for functional, regression, and end-to-end testing across multiple platforms. * Execute end-to-end test cycles for mobile applications on Android and iOS, as well as web and device experiences, ensuring full coverage of critical user flows. * Leverage AI and GenAI tools to assist with test generation, test optimization, and automation within the QA workflow. * Design, implement, and maintain automation test strategies using Java or Python, focusing on robust, reusable, and scalable test scripts. * Use Selenium and other automation frameworks to validate website applications and device-related experiences. * Work within a Linux/Unix environment to configure test setups, run test suites, and analyze logs and system behavior. * Apply QA processes and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) best practices to plan, execute, and track testing activities. * Proactively identify, document, and track defects, providing clear, concise reproduction steps and impact analysis. * Independently execute end-to-end test cycles, monitor results, and follow through on issues until resolution. * Participate in release readiness reviews, providing data-driven input on product quality and deployment risks. * Use tools such as TestRail (for test case management), CI/CD systems, version control, and AWS-based testing platforms to support testing activities. * Communicate test progress, issues, and risks clearly through verbal and written updates to the broader product team. * Demonstrate strong attention to detail and a bias for action, diving deep into product behavior to uncover edge cases and quality risks. ## Related Videos - [Proactive monitoring and smoke testing in your production environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/139-proactive-monitoring-and-smoke-testing-in-your-production-environment) - [Let’s Talk Quality!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100012-let-s-talk-quality) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [How I Built QA from Scratch in a Scaling Startup - no fluff real life story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2041-how-i-built-qa-from-scratch-in-a-scaling-startup-no-fluff-real-life-story) - [Excellent Software Testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/87-excellent-software-testing) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany)