Software QA Engineer

Job Overview:

Patriot Mobile is seeking a detail-oriented Software QA Engineer to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of our web and mobile applications. This role will work closely with Software Engineers DevOps, and the Product Team to validate functionality, identify defects, and improve overall software quality across applications built primarily with Node.js/React running in a Microsoft Azure environment.

The QA Engineer will be responsible for developing and executing test strategies, implementing automated testing, and ensuring that all releases meet functional and performance standards before deployment.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

· Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts for web applications

· Perform functional, regression, integration, and performance testing across multiple environments

· Collaborate with developers, DevOps, and product managers to understand requirements and acceptance criteria

· Identify, document, and track defects using issue tracking tools; verify bug fixes and perform retesting

· Develop and maintain automated test suites for UI and API testing (Node.js/React applications)

· Validate RESTful APIs, services, and database interactions (PostgreSQL)

· Perform cross-browser and cross-device testing for responsive web applications

· Participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and release readiness activities

· Ensure applications meet performance, scalability, and security expectations aligned with Azure-hosted environments

· Work with DevOps to integrate automated testing into CI/CD workflows

· Continuously improve QA processes, tools, and standards to enhance product quality

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

· Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes

· Experience testing modern web applications built with Node.js and React

· Familiarity with REST API testing tools (Postman, Swagger, etc.)

· Experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Cypress, Selenium, Playwright, or similar)

· Knowledge of SQL and experience validating data in PostgreSQL databases

· Understanding of CI/CD pipelines

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

· Ability to clearly document test results and communicate defects

· Understanding of UI/UX principles and usability testing

· Ability to work in an Agile/Scrum development environment

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field from a regionally accredited college.


• 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance or test engineering


• Experience with automated testing for web applications


• Experience with PostgreSQL, Azure hosting and .NET Framework is highly preferred


• Telecom industry experience a plus

Physical Requirements:

· Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.

· Must be able to work in a variety of spaces to include cubicle, counter, and or desk areas.

· Must be able to lift and move items up to 25 pounds.