We are looking for a seasoned Quality Assurance Test Engineer to join a high-impact technology team on a contract basis in the Chicago area. This is a hands-on QA role focused on ensuring consistent, high-quality testing standards across a portfolio of applications and systems. Local Chicago-area candidates only. You'll play a critical role in delivering quality across enterprise applications and systems, with a particular focus on payment processing, payment authorization/pre-authorization, AS/400, and retail environments . This is a hands-on position for someone who takes ownership of quality throughout the entire testing lifecycle, from strategy and test design through execution, defect resolution, and reporting.
Performing functional, integration, regression, system, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Testing payment providers and payment processing workflows , including payment authorization and pre-authorization processes Performing hands-on testing across AS/400 environments and applications Writing and executing SQL queries for data validation, results verification, and data analysis Troubleshooting complex issues, performing Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and partnering with development teams on resolution Managing multiple testing events, releases, and projects simultaneously Collaborating with development, business, and offshore teams to identify, track, and resolve defects Working effectively within both Agile/Scrum and Waterfall methodologies Supporting test reporting, defect tracking, status reporting, and overall QA lifecycle activities Helping establish, improve, and evolve QA practices and standards across the organization
10+ years of professional Quality Assurance experience — non-negotiable
Extensive hands-on experience across the full software testing lifecycle
Hands-on payment provider/payment processing testing experience — must have
Strong understanding of QA methodologies, best practices, and quality management principles
Strong hands-on experience with functional, integration, regression, system, and UAT testing
Strong SQL skills for data validation, data analysis, and troubleshooting
Proven experience performing Root Cause Analysis and supporting defect resolution
Experience managing multiple projects and testing events simultaneously
Hands-on experience working in Agile/Scrum and Waterfall environments
Demonstrated experience working effectively with offshore development and QA resources
Exceptional attention to detail and a strong quality mindset
Ability to quickly learn complex business processes and translate them into effective testing strategies
Experience working with large-scale enterprise applications and legacy systems
Experience helping establish or mature QA processes and practices
Must be local to the Chicago area
10+ years of Quality Assurance experience
Payment provider/payment processing testing experience is required
Sr. Quality Assurance Test Engineer | Contract | Hybrid, Chicago, IL in chicago at Unknown Company
This position is listed as contract and onsite.