Quality Engineer

Quality EngineerThe Quality Engineer plays a key role in executing the assigned tasks as per the various test automation initiatives and plans related to functional, smoke and regression testing as well as test data management and test environment strategy and provisioning. This role is accountable for supporting the quality initiatives with focus on delivering high quality applications to our clients in a fast paced environment while collaborating with cross functional team of developers, architects and business. Quality Engineer provides automated testing expertise and oversight to junior team members.Test Automation Development: Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites using Playwright or equivalent tools to ensure comprehensive coverage across web and API applicationsBDD Implementation: Write clear and maintainable Gherkin specifications and translate them into automated test scenarios using industry-standard frameworksAPI Testing: Develop and execute REST API test cases using Postman, validating functional and non-functional requirementsPerformance Testing: Execute performance and load testing using LoadRunner or equivalent tools; identify bottlenecks and collaborate on optimization effortsEdge Case & Scenario Validation: Identify and test critical edge cases, boundary conditions, and complex business scenarios specific to banking operationsAI-Assisted Development: Leverage Git Copilot and advanced prompting techniques to enhance coding efficiency and code qualityProduction Support: Provide on-call production support as needed; investigate defects, perform root cause analysis, and implement quick fixesQuality Metrics & Analytics: Analyze test metrics, generate insights, and recommend process improvements; track quality trends and KPIsKanban Process Adherence: Work within Agile Kanban workflows; manage work items, sprint cycles, and collaborate with cross-functional teamsRequired Qualifications*Bachelor's Degree or equivalentMinimum 4 experience with test automationMinimum 2 years of experience working with and testing relational Databases.Additional QualificationsTest Automation Tools: Expert-level proficiency in Playwright (or Selenium, Cypress, or equivalent)Programming Languages: Strong expertise in TypeScript (or JavaScript, Python, Java, or equivalent)BDD & Gherkin: Demonstrated experience writing Gherkin scenarios and implementing BDD frameworks (Cucumber, SpecFlow, etc.)Banking Domain Knowledge: Proven experience in banking/financial services; understanding of compliance, security, and transaction processesAPI Testing: Hands-on experience with REST API testing and Postman; knowledge of API design principles and testing best practicesPerformance Testing: Experience with LoadRunner, JMeter, or equivalent load/performance testing toolsVersion Control: Proficiency with Git and Git workflows; comfortable with collaborative development practicesAI & Prompting: Practical experience with GitHub Copilot or similar AI coding assistants; ability to craft effective promptsAnalytical Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities; capable of analyzing complex issues and providing data-driven solutionsAgile Methodologies: Experience working in Kanban/Scrum environments with continuous integration and delivery practicesCompensationStarting base salary: $77,000 - $143,000 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.Benefits and PerksAt City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including:Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start dateGenerous 401(k) company matching contributionCareer Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resourcesValued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer timeSpecialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programsCareer Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment teamColleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagementAbout UsSince day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America's leading diversified financial services companies. To learn more about City National and our dynamic company culture, visit us at About Us.Inclusion and Equal Opportunity EmploymentCity National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.