Job Purpose
ICE Mortgage Technology is seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer who has experience in software testing, test automation using UFT, and java-based test frameworks. This role will be responsible for building & reviewing complex test scenarios, writing & executing test cases (both manual and automated), and ensuring quality releases. It will be a huge plus if the candidate has experience in the US Mortgage domain.
The QA Engineer will be working on the Encompass product, a Loan Origination System serving the US mortgage market. This is a business-critical product, responsible for originating approximately 70% of loans in the industry.
The ideal candidate will be results-oriented, self-motivated and can thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role requires frequent interactions with project and product managers, developers, QA and other stakeholders, in order to ensure delivery of a world class compliance solution to our users.
Responsibilities
- Actively participate in grooming, planning, and daily standups.
- Assist in choosing appropriate test methodology and preparing test environment.
- Develop and execute complex test scenarios and test cases.
- Monitor test execution and debug problems.
- Catch functional and non-functional defects, providing clear documentation that includes steps, expected and actual results.
- Identify and submit enhancements.
- Interact effectively with Product Management and Development.
- Build regression and acceptance test suites.
- Execute, update, and maintain existing test scripts.
- Automate new scenarios using JAVA / Selenium / API automation frameworks and JUnit.
- Participate in sprint demos, triages, and retrospectives.
- Continuously grow test coverage and improve testing efficiency.
- Position may require occasional overtime or late work hours to meet commitments.
Knowledge and Experience
Computer Science degree or equivalent from a fully accredited college or university4+ years’ experience in Quality Assurance or / and Software DevelopmentStrong knowledge of Java programming language / Selenium / Restful APIs / SQL / JenkinsDevelopment background preferredUnderstanding of CI / CD process. Familiar with Jenkins toolPrior experience working with financial applications preferably a Mortgage Loan Origination System or Underwriting Process is a plusGood knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and best testing practicesGood written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work with distributed teams across different time zonesExperience with source control management tools and bug reporting systems like Jira or equivalentExpectation to work on 60% Functional testing and 40% Automation testingMore on technical role to work