Senior Staff Quality Engineer
Company: Findhelp, A Public Benefit Corporation
Location: Austin
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description We’re changing the way people
connect to social care. At Findhelp, we’ve built a comprehensive
platform of products and services that make it easy for you to
connect people to resources, follow them on their journey, and
track your impact in a fast and reliable way. Our industry-leading
social care network includes more than half a million local, state,
and national programs that serve every ZIP Code in the country,
from rural areas to major metropolitan centers. Findhelp is
headquartered in Austin, Texas and has been enabling healthcare,
government, education, and other organizations to connect people
with the social care resources that serve them, with privacy and
security, since 2010. As a mission driven organization, we are
focused on creating a positive impact by connecting people in need
to the programs that serve them with dignity and ease. Powered by
our proprietary technology that enables people to find the
resources available in their area, we have helped millions of
Seekers find food, health, housing and employment programs. Job
Overview: As a Senior Quality Engineer at Findhelp, you'll be a
pivotal member of our agile application teams, embedding quality
throughout the entire Software Development Lifecycle. You'll drive
the delivery of exceptional software releases through strategic
testing, proactive quality coaching, and comprehensive quality
management. Beyond ensuring immediate release quality, you'll
contribute to our long-term success by designing and implementing
robust automated regression tests and advanced quality measurement
tools. This role also extends beyond individual teams; you'll
champion a strong quality culture across the organization, leading
initiatives in continuous education, innovative QE strategies, and
passionate advocacy for best practices. Responsibilities and
Duties: Lead the design and implementation of comprehensive manual
and automated testing strategies for complex, high-risk features
and systems, covering both functional and non-functional
requirements. Orchestrate and optimize cross-functional quality
interventions, collaborating closely with development, product, and
business analysis teams to embed quality upstream. Proactively
identify and mitigate potential quality deficiencies and testing
challenges during the early design and architecture phases, acting
as a key quality advocate. Drive the integration and optimization
of automated testing within our CI/CD pipelines, ensuring seamless
and efficient delivery. Architect and implement scalable processes
to identify and remove organizational barriers to high-quality
software delivery. Collaborate strategically with stakeholders
across the organization to ensure the rock-solid reliability and
performance of critical assets, including API endpoints and
microservices. Champion and implement novel approaches to quality
advocacy, fostering a continuous improvement mindset across
engineering. Provide expert guidance and mentorship to junior and
mid-level quality engineers, cultivating their technical expertise,
leadership skills, and quality best practices. Lead efforts in
defining, tracking, and reporting key quality metrics and KPIs for
your functional area, providing actionable insights for continuous
improvement. Qualifications 5 years of experience as a Quality
Engineer or similar role, with a significant focus on software
quality assurance in an agile environment. Proven expertise in
designing, developing, and maintaining robust test automation
frameworks using a keyword-driven and Page Object Model approach.
Proven ability to apply risk-based testing principles to prioritize
testing efforts and allocate resources effectively. Extensive
experience with API test automation, including proficiency in tools
and techniques for validating RESTful/SOAP services. Demonstrated
ability to coach and mentor development teams on quality best
practices, testability, and shift-left approaches. Track record of
successfully implementing and scaling impactful quality processes
that enhance team efficiency and product reliability. Exceptional
communication and interpersonal skills, capable of articulating
complex technical concepts to diverse audiences (technical,
non-technical, and external stakeholders). Proficiency with Python
and PyTest for test automation. Experience with Robot Framework
and/or Playwright is preferred. Familiarity with web technologies
such as Javascript and React. Experience working with cloud
platforms, specifically Google Cloud. Understanding of monitoring
and logging tools like Elastic Stack (Elasticsearch, Kibana).
Experience with performance, security, or accessibility testing. A
highly proactive and self-driven individual who consistently
identifies opportunities for improvement, anticipates potential
quality challenges, and takes initiative to implement solutions The
salary range provided reflects the national average for this job
title and does not represent compensation specific to Findhelp.
Actual compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications,
and market factors relevant to the position. We value being
together We believe being together enables stronger relationships,
collaboration, and culture. This position is in office and
candidates must be located in Austin, Texas, or Madison, Wisconsin.
Perks at Findhelp •401k & equity grants •Free food and onsite gym
at our Austin HQ •Paid parental leave •Competitive PTO & 10 paid
holidays •Employee only paid Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
•Dog-friendly office in Austin HQ •24/7 access to telemedicine and
counseling •Book Purchasing Program We’re building a diverse,
inclusive team You’re welcome here. We want everyone to be able to
easily connect to the help they need, and we want our teams to
reflect and represent our communities. It is our policy to recruit,
hire, train, and promote individuals, as well as administer any and
all Company policies, without regard to age, color, disability,
ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression,
language, national origin or ancestry, physical and mental ability,
political affiliation, race, religion, creed, sexual orientation,
socio-economic status, veteran status, or any other protected
class, in accordance with applicable laws. Accommodations are
available for applicants with disabilities. Here are some of the
ways we support our staff: •Culture Committee •Leadership
Development Training •Paid Volunteering Time
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