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Overview

The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software products by developing and executing effective test strategies. This role requires a strong understanding of both technical testing practices and the business context in which the application operates. By aligning quality assurance efforts with business goals and end-user expectations, the QA Engineer helps ensure that releases are not only functional, but impactful and aligned with real-world usage. This position will have hands-on involvement and requires full knowledge of Scrum and SAFe. You may be asked to provide input on other team members for the performance management process.

You Have (Qualifications)

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience

+ Proven experience in software quality assurance and test automation

+ Strong understanding of software testing practices, including manual and automated testing

+ Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum and SAFe

+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

+ Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

+ Familiarity with test management tools and frameworks

You Will (Responsibilities)

+ Develop, document, and execute test plans and strategies to ensure software quality and reliability

+ Collaborate with product owners, developers, and stakeholders to define and align testing requirements with business goals

+ Design and implement automated testing frameworks and scripts to optimize test coverage and efficiency

+ Identify, analyze, and track defects; drive issues to resolution in a timely manner

+ Participate actively in Agile ceremonies, providing quality assurance insights and feedback

+ Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the QA process and broader development lifecycle

+ Support performance management processes by providing input regarding other team members as requested

Location

+ Three Days a week at a Guardian location in Holmdel, NJ

Salary Range:

$80,940.00 - $132,975.00

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.

Our Promise

At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.

Inspire Well-Being

As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits . _Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits._

Equal Employment Opportunity

Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Accommodations

Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] .

Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.

Every day, Guardian helps our 29 million customers realize their dreams through a range of insurance and financial products and services. Our Purpose, to inspire well-being, guides our dedication to the colleagues, consumers, and communities we serve. We know that people count, and we go above and beyond to prepare them for the life they want to live, focusing on their overall well-being — mind, body, and wallet. As one of the largest mutual insurance companies, we put our customers first. Behind every bright future is a GuardianTM. Learn more about Guardian at guardianlife.com .