Software Quality Assurance Engineer, AVP

Who we are looking for 

We are seeking a skilled Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Engineer to support an Enterprise web platform (React-based/HTML/JavaScript) backed by Java micro services used by Charles River clients and internal users for self‑service capabilities. 

This role is well suited for someone who can operate independently, take ownership of quality for a complex web application, and collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams across Charles River Development (CRD) and State Street. The position involves close coordination with product, development, and QA teams located in the US, EMEA, and APAC regions, with primary collaboration during US‑EST business hours. 

What you will be responsible for 

• Own and maintain the test strategy for a web application, including authoring strategy documents and obtaining approvals from QA leadership. 

• Design, document, and execute functional test cases covering end‑user web workflows, configuration changes, validations, approvals, and backend interactions exposed through the UI. 

• Partner with product managers and developers to review test scenarios and ensure adequate coverage of business and technical requirements. 

• Execute manual and automated tests every sprint, with a focus on regression coverage for Web UI components and underlying Java micro services. 

• Develop and maintain test automation for UI and/or API layers and analyze results to identify defects and risk areas. 

• Perform end‑to‑end integration testing across the web application and dependent CRD / State Street systems. 

• Validate test outcomes, capture audit‑ready evidence, and ensure results are reviewed and approved by QA leadership. 

• Support release readiness activities, including walkthroughs, demos, and test sign‑off discussions with business and product stakeholders. 

• Maintain and validate test environments and test data, including configuration‑driven scenarios typical of enterprise web platforms. 

• Build deep functional knowledge of the web platform (Self Service Portal) and its interaction with downstream systems. 

• Act as a QA subject matter expert, assisting with analysis and troubleshooting of production or client‑reported issues when required. 

Education and Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. 

• 5+ years of experience in software quality assurance. 

• Hands‑on experience testing We