QA Engineer

ABOUT FACTSET  

FactSet combines hundreds of databases into a single, powerful information system. It is a one-stop source for financial information and analytics for business analysts, portfolio managers, investment bankers / management firms and other financial professionals to analyze companies, portfolios, markets & economies. Founded in 1978 and operating from 64 locations worldwide employing nearly 10,000 people, FactSet has over $1.1 Billion in annual revenues and is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut. Our operations extend within North America as well as Europe and the Pacific Rim. Since 1996, the Company has been publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol FDS and is dual- listed on the NASDAQ under the same symbol -integrated financial and economic information to the investment management and banking industries. 

ABOUT  COBALT:

Cobalt GP – acquired by FactSet in 2021 – is a portfolio monitoring tool. Cobalt is private capital's key to collecting, analyzing, and reporting on fund and portfolio company financial metrics. Private equity and venture capital funds use Cobalt's intuitive technology platform to gain critical operational efficiencies, address increasingly complex LP and management demands, and, ultimately, competitively position their firm. Cobalt tailors its portfolio monitoring, investor relations, and benchmarking analysis tools according to our clients' size and investment style to match their needs.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented QA Engineer with exposure to Manual Testing and Automation Testing using Playwright. The ideal candidate will have experience working in Agile projects, proficiency in JavaScript or Python, and a strong   understanding of STLC activities.  You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and executing test cases, identifying and documenting bugs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the quality  and  reliability  of our products.           

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Test Design & Execution

• Design, implement, and execute test cases based on functional and non-functional requirements.

• Ensure timely execution of test cases and report results.

• Identify, document, and track bugs through Jira.

Test Automation & Framework Development

• Develop and maintain reusable, scalable, and efficient test automation frameworks.           

• Write and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright.       

Collaboration & Communication

• Interface with product owners, designers, marketers, and development teams. 

• Effectively communicate testing progress, issues, and risks to stakeholders.     

Process Evaluation & Improvement

• Continuously evaluate the testing process and recommend improvements.        

• Ensure CX/UX/UI consistency across web applications.

Risk Management

•     Proactively identify and raise risks to stakeholders in a timely manner.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Education

•    B-Tech, B.E, M-Tech, MCA, or an equivalent degree from a reputed college/university.

•    0-1 year of experience in testing.

Testing Expertise

• Exposure to Manual Testing.         

• Ability to write reusable code and develop/maintain test automation frameworks.       

• Experience with Jira for STLC activities.

Soft Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving abilities.             

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Experience in JavaScript, TypeScript or Python.

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines in GitHub Actions or Jenkins.

• Experience with Microsoft Account for Agile/Cloud-based web applications.  

• Knowledge of tools such as TestNG, Apache POI, Cucumber, and third-party reporting tools.      

• Experience with SOAP/REST API Automation. 

• Knowledge of GIT for version control.    

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity: To work on cutting-edge technologies and impactful projects.      

• Environment: Collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Growth: Continuous learning and career development opportunities.    

If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for quality assurance, automation, and a desire to contribute to the success of our products, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of our technology and delivering high-quality solutions to our customers.

Returning from a break?

We are here to support you! If you have taken time out of the workforce and are looking to return, we encourage you to apply and chat with our recruiters about our available support to help you relaunch your career.

Diversity:

At FactSet, we celebrate diversity of thought, experience, and perspective. We are committed to disrupting bias and a transparent hiring process. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, family status or veteran status. FactSet participates in E-Verify.