IDEA Factory - QA Engineer

Job Description Summary Organization’s Summary Statement: Maryland Technology Enterprise Institute (MTech) seeks a professional who will ensure our products are reliable, functional, and robust through comprehensive testing across UI, API, and AI model behaviors. You’ll play a crucial role in maintaining the quality standards that support our mission‑critical educational programs. The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland catalyzes high‑quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing our students to create innovations that will address the 21st century Grand Challenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and transforming research and learning activities into innovations that benefit millions. Minimum Qualifications Education: Master’s in a related field. Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of exceptional experience will be considered. Experience: 3+ years of professional experience. Required Technical Skills Strong experience in software quality assurance with 3+ years professional experience. Expertise in test automation frameworks and methodologies. Experience testing APIs, web applications, and complex integrated systems. Knowledge of AI/ML testing concepts and model validation techniques. Programming Languages & Testing Tools Python (for test automation and AI testing). JavaScript/TypeScript (for web application testing). Testing frameworks: Selenium, Pytest, Jest, Cypress, Playwright. API testing tools: Postman, REST Assured, Newman. Performance testing: JMeter, LoadRunner, K6. Test management: TestRail, Jira, Azure Test Plans. AI testing tools: Great Expectations, MLflow, W&B (Weights & Biases). Physical Demands Sedentary work performed in a normal office environment; exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Ability to attend meetings both on and off campus. Additional Information This position does not sponsor work authorization. Key Responsibilities Quality Assurance & Testing Create, execute, and maintain detailed test plans for complex AI‑integrated applications. Develop and document edge case requirements to guide development processes. Implement and manage test automation frameworks across multiple technology stacks. AI Testing & Validation Design testing strategies specific to AI/ML model behaviors and outputs. Validate LLM responses and RAG system accuracy. Test AI integration points and data flow consistency. Monitor AI model performance and regression testing. Financial Disclosure Required No For more information on Financial Disclosure For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland’s State Ethics Commission website. Salary Range $100,000 - $120,000 Benefits Summary For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this. Background Checks Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed. Employment Eligibility The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment. EEO Statement The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy. Resources Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with O*Net Online. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Company