Senior QA Analyst – API & Backend Systems; Manual Testing

Description

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Location: 100% Remote (AL, GA, SC, TN, OK, WI, UT, , TX, LA, MO)

Travel: Quarterly travel to Spartanburg, SC (company-paid)

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior QA Analyst with strong manual testing expertise and proven experience validating API-driven and backend systems. This is not an entry-level or automation-only QA role. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional who can independently translate requirements into structured test cases, execute thorough manual testing, validate data using SQL, and partner closely with developers and Project Managers in a centralized systems environment.

This position is fully remote for candidates residing in AL, GA, SC, TN, OK, WI, UT, , TX, LA, or MO, with quarterly travel to our Spartanburg, SC Home Office (travel expenses covered).

• Analyze system change requests and develop detailed, structured test cases
• Perform in-depth manual testing of API and backend system enhancements
• Execute SQL queries to validate data accuracy and integrity
• Conduct API testing using Postman, Swagger, and SoapUI
• Support and maintain automated testing frameworks (Selenium, Cucumber)
• Document defects clearly and manage tracking within JIRA (primary administrator)
• Partner with Project Managers to coordinate User Acceptance Testing
• Evaluate system readiness prior to production deployment
• Maintain QA testing environments and documentation
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance

This position reports to the QA Manager and is part of a 12-member Quality Assurance team. This role does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

• Minimum 4+ years of hands-on IT or system testing experience OR 6+ years of experience in software development, IT, or system testing
• Strong background in manual software testing within enterprise or centralized systems
• Demonstrated experience testing APIs
• Ability to independently write and execute SQL queries
• Working knowledge of JIRA
• Familiarity with Visual Studio and object-oriented programming concepts
• Experience with Selenium or Cucumber (automation exposure required)
• Advanced attention to detail and documentation skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Reliable high-speed internet (DSL or faster)
• Ability to travel quarterly

Financial Services Experience Is Preferred But Not Required.

• 70+ year stable organization in the financial services industry
• Active investment in technology modernization initiatives
• Established, highly tenured QA team
• Structured processes and clearly defined expectations
• Fully remote flexibility within approved states
• Company-paid travel for quarterly collaboration

• Medical insurance with minimal employee cost
• Dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Profit sharing
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave

Additional Information

This position is subject to a background check for convictions directly related to job duties. Only job-related convictions will be evaluated and will not automatically disqualify a candidate.