Software Engineer in Test I

About the Role

TraceLink is seeking a motivated Software Engineer in Test I to help ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of our frontend and backend applications. This entry-level role is ideal for someone who is curious, detail-oriented, and eager to grow in test automation and modern software development practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks.
• Test frontend web applications, web components, backend services, REST APIs, and GraphQL APIs.
• Create and execute functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end test cases.
• Use tools such as Postman to validate APIs and troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and QA team members throughout the SDLC.
• Identify, document, track, and verify defects using Jira.
• Participate in code reviews, test planning, and continuous improvement of quality processes.
• Help maintain test data, test environments, and CI/CD quality checks.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Basic understanding of JavaScript and web technologies.
• Familiarity with frontend testing and backend/API testing concepts.
• Understanding of REST APIs, GraphQL, Postman, Jira, and the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Interest in test automation frameworks and quality engineering practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to automation tools such as Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, or similar.
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Agile/Scrum, and cloud-based applications.
• Knowledge of healthcare, life sciences, or supply-chain systems is a plus.