Associate Quality Assurance Engineer

The Opportunity 

ACA believes that we can deliver the world’s best GRC software to our blue-chip financial services client base of over 3500 firms. We are seeking top talent to join us in our journey to build and deliver “The SalesForce of Compliance”.  Compliance Officers in finance have been stuck in the past, with inefficient, manual effort driving their compliance programs. ACA’s ComplianceAlpha is deployed at 800+ clients and more daily to help modernize that. We are investing significantly to drive technology usage at our clients. 

The QA Engineer role is responsible for the development and delivery of an automation-first test suite for our ComplianceAlpha products.  Each QA Engineer will be part of a geo-located agile product team, and will provide guidance to the team during planning and refinement as well as execute on the plan during the sprint. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Associate Quality Engineer to join our Quality Engineering team. This role is ideal for early‑career professionals who have a strong foundation in SDLC, functional testing, automation basics, and a keen desire to grow into a full-stack Quality Engineer. You will work closely with QA, development, and product teams to deliver high‑quality software through structured testing and automation practices.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance & Testing

• Participate in reviewing user stories, requirements, and acceptance criteria to identify test scenarios.
• Design, create, and execute manual and automated test cases for web applications.
• Perform functional, regression, and smoke testing with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Understand and follow established QA processes, defect lifecycle, and Agile development methodologies (Scrum preferred).

Automation

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright (TypeScript preferred / JavaScript acceptable).
• Apply modular and scalable automation design principles (DRY, POM, componentization).
• Contribute to expanding automation coverage across UI and API layers.
• Help identify tests suitable for automation and maintain test suites for reliability and performance.

API & Performance Testing (Value Add - Strong Preference)

• Execute and validate API tests using tools like Postman, Bruno, or similar.
• Exposure to performance testing concepts and tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling) is preferred.

Collaboration & Reporting

• Log defects with clear reproduction steps and detailed insights using JIRA or similar tools.
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and senior QA resources to ensure timely resolution of defects.
• Participate in daily standups, sprint ceremonies, and QA planning discussions.
• Maintain test documentation, automation scripts, and version-controlled repositories using Git.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Solid understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies.
• Hands‑on experience with Playwright automation using TypeScript (preferred)/JavaScript(acceptable).
• Basic knowledge of API testing and performance testing concepts.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to quickly learn tools, frameworks, and new technologies.
• Effective communication skills (written & verbal).
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and committed to delivering high‑quality work.
• Collaborative mindset with willingness to take guidance and grow.
• Familiarity with using AI‑assisted tools for productivity (optional but beneficial).

Qualifications

Must Have:

• 3-5 years of experience in software testing or quality engineering.
• Practical experience with Playwright (TypeScript or JavaScript).
• Understanding of Agile processes, QA fundamentals, and defect lifecycle.
• Knowledge of Git or other version control systems.
• Experience with JIRA or any task/defect tracking tool.
• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM 
• Experience with Agile Scrum and ATDD methodologies. 

Good to Have:

• Exposure to API testing tools (Postman, Bruno, etc.).
• Exposure to performance testing tools (JMeter, Gatling).
• Experience automating mobile platforms, a plus. 
• Experience in writing SQL queries and database automation.  
• Experience in scripting languages, such as Python or Ruby, are a plus. 

What we look for 

We are interested in innovative technology professionals with strong vision and a desire to stay on top of trends in the industry. If you have a genuine passion for new technologies and transforming an entire industry, this role may be for you. 

What working at ACA offers 

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options as well as a flexible work environment. You’ll also be granted time off for designated ACA Paid Holidays, Summer Fridays, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.  

 
Plus, we offer: 

• Continuous learning: You will develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. 
• Success as defined by you: We will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. 
• Transformative leadership: We will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. 
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. 

Why join our team?  

We are the leading governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) advisor in financial services. When you join ACA, you'll become part of a team whose unique combination of talent includes the industry's largest team of former regulators, compliance professionals, legal professionals, and GIPS® standards verifiers in the industry, along with practitioners in cybersecurity, ESG, and regulatory technology. 

Our team enjoys an entrepreneurial work environment by offering innovative and tailored solutions for our clients. We encourage creative thinking and making the most of your experience at ACA by offering multiple career paths. We foster a culture of growth by focusing on continuous learning through inquiry and curiosity, and transparency. If you’re ready to be part of an award-winning, global team of thoughtful, talented, and committed professionals, you’ve come to the right place. 

More about ACA 

ACA was founded in 2002 by four former SEC regulators and one former state regulator. The founders saw a need for investment advisers to receive expert guidance on existing and new regulations. 

Over the years, ACA has grown both organically and by acquisition to expand our GRC business and technology solutions. Our services now include GIPS standards verification, cybersecurity and technology risk, regulatory technology, ESG advisory, AML and financial crimes, financial and regulatory reporting, and Mirabella for establishing EU operations. 

What we commit to 

ACA is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We conduct our business without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, religion, disability, caregiver, marital or partnership status, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), ancestry, national origin and citizenship, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, military or veteran status, creed, genetic predisposition, carrier status or any other category protected by federal, state and local law.  

ACA is firmly committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, which applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotions, training, discipline, terminations, layoffs, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and all other terms and conditions of employment.  

Here at ACA, we have created a variety of programs to promote ACA’s culture of inclusivity and work hard to ensure that all our employees have an equal opportunity to contribute to ACA and feel that ACA is exactly where they belong.