QA Engineer

Job Description - QA Engineer

Reports to - Director of QA

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented QA Engineer to support our embedded engineering teams in delivering reliable and intuitive software solutions. QA Engineers at AxisCare sit within engineering teams as part of our shift-left quality model. In this role you will contribute directly to product quality by developing test strategies, executing testing activities, and collaborating closely with engineers and product managers throughout the development lifecycle. This role balances hands-on testing, automation contributions, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure quality is consistently built into every release.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed test plans, test cases, and scripts for functional, integration, and regression testing

• Design, maintain, and execute automated test scripts for various components including UI, API, and performance testing

• Participate in sprint planning, design reviews, and requirements analysis to ensure clarity, testability, and early identification of quality risks

• Conduct performance and load testing to evaluate system behavior under varying levels of stress and usage

• Report, track, and manage defects throughout the development lifecycle, ensuring issues are clearly documented and resolved prior to release

• Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and business analysts to improve product quality and ensure alignment with requirements

• Assist in identifying root causes of defects and verify bug fixes through targeted validation and regression testing

• Engage with approved AI-assisted testing tools as part of day-to-day work, contributing to the team’s ongoing adoption of these tools to improve quality, coverage, and efficiency

• Contribute to improving testing practices, documentation, and team quality standards

• Support automation initiatives by maintaining automated test suites and identifying opportunities to expand test coverage

What We’re Looking For (Required Qualifications)

• Solid understanding of multiple testing types including functional, integration, regression, performance, and security testing

• Experience with automated testing tools such as Playwright, Selenium, TestNG, or similar frameworks

• Ability to analyze software requirements and technical specifications to design effective test coverage

• Familiarity with programming or scripting languages used for test automation such as JavaScript, Python, or Java

• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and analytical problem-solving skills

• Experience working within Agile development environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple testing priorities simultaneously

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly document issues and test outcomes

What We'd Be Excited to Find (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience in the home care, healthcare, or related SaaS industry

• Familiarity with AI-assisted testing tools and an interest in exploring how they can improve QA workflows

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated testing into development workflows

• Experience with API testing tools such as Bruno, Postman or similar

Join our team and play a crucial role in delivering high-quality software solutions that empower home care operators and enhance the lives of caregivers and care recipients alike. If you are passionate about ensuring the reliability and usability of software and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Working Conditions

• Manual dexterity is required to use desktop computer and peripherals.

Compensation and Equipment

• Salary (TBD based on job experience and skill level)

• Medical insurance is covered in full for the employee (Medical, Dental and Vision)

• Company will provide laptop and other needed computer equipment

How to Apply

Apply with a brief resume and either a written or video cover letter.

We review the cover letter before anything else in your application, so this really matters. This is your single biggest opportunity to improve your chances, and video submissions go right to the front of the line.

Prompt:Tell us about a project where you helped ensure software quality through thoughtful testing, automation, or cross-functional collaboration and how it speaks to what we’re looking for. Tell us why this position is just the thing you’ve been hoping to find. Give us a preview of what it’ll be like working with you.

Written:No more than 600 words. We're looking for clarity of thought and strong communication. Use AI if you want, but don't send slop.

Video:1-2 minutes, linked in the "Website, Blog, or Portfolio" section of your application. Doesn't need to be highly produced. We care about how you think and communicate.

We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and every walk of life to apply. Every person on our team brings their own unique perspective, and it's what makes our products better and our work more rewarding. We're eager to support you so that you and your team can ship work you're proud of.

Candidates only. No recruiters, please.

About AxisCare

According to Pew Research, roughly 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 every day, and the American Society on Aging calculated that an American has a 70% chance of needing help with activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing, hygiene, etc. This has led to an unprecedented increase in Home Care agencies in the U.S. and abroad who strive to help those who have difficulty helping themselves, specifically offering non-medical (also referred to as non-skilled) services to seniors in their homes.

AxisCare was started in 2011 by industry leaders to help meet the demand for a more user-friendly and mobile-compatible solution. Our product is a web-based management platform that helps agencies manage CRM and marketing, Caregiver/Client scheduling, billing, payroll and much more. Headquartered in Waco, TX, AxisCare has clients in all 50 states as well as 7 other countries. We are a fast-growing company seeking high-performing individuals looking for a fast-paced, autonomous working environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with ADA regulations as applicable.