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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Test Engineer (QA) - **Company:** Robert Half - **Location:** Bellevue, WA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Application Integration Architecture, Automation of Tests, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Code Coverage, Data Validation, DevOps, Systems Development Life Cycle, Standard Sql, Swagger, Data Streaming, Systems Architecture, System Testing, Test Data, Openapi, Scripting, Enterprise Software Applications, Postman, Backend, Api Management, SDET - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/ad7d2622-ee43-4e88-baf6-c2ee0657dcb7 ## About the Role * 5-8 years of experience in QA / Software Testing roles * Strong hands-on experience in manual functional testing of complex applications * Background in banking, financial services, and/or insurance (BFSI) environments * Proven experience with API testing and validation (Swagger, Postman, or similar tools) * Experience testing integrated systems and end-to-end workflows * Ability to create and execute detailed test plans and test cases * Experience with defect tracking and test management tools * Solid understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies * Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Nice-to-Have Qualifications * Understanding of system architecture, data flows, and application integrations * Experience with backend/data validation using SQL * Exposure to light automation, scripting, or test frameworks * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices * Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) * Background in fintech or SaaS product testing, All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. ## Description Robert Half is seeking a Software Test Engineer (QA) to support the delivery of enterprise applications with a strong emphasis on functional testing and API validation. This is a hands-on QA role focused on manual testing, not a dedicated automation/SDET position. The ideal candidate will have deep experience validating complex systems, including end-to-end workflows and system integrations. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of enterprise applications by designing and executing comprehensive manual test cases, validating APIs, and supporting integrated system testing. You will collaborate closely with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to ensure requirements are clearly understood and delivered with high quality., * Own QA activities for assigned projects and application enhancements * Design, develop, and execute manual test cases (functional, integration, regression) * Validate end-to-end business workflows across multiple systems and services * Perform API testing using tools such as Swagger/OpenAPI and Postman * Create and maintain test data and support test environment readiness * Log, track, and verify defects through resolution * Participate in requirements reviews, design discussions, and test planning sessions * Develop test plans, test scenarios, and traceability matrices aligned to business and technical requirements * Partner with engineering teams to improve test coverage and system testability * Identify QA process improvements and promote best practices across teams ## Related Videos - [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) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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