Software Test Engineer

Job Title: Test EngineerLocation: Remote/WFHDuration: 3 months+ contract Number of Positions: 2 roles40 hours a weekResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain test plans, test cases, test scripts, and testing strategies based on approved business and technical requirements.Prepare test data and execute functional, API, Kafka event-stream, and end-to-end integration testing to validate data quality, completeness, accuracy, and successful data delivery across source and target systems.Perform testing of cloud-based data platforms and event-driven architectures utilizing Kafka, Azure Event Hubs, Cosmos DB, ADLS Gen2, and PySpark.Support defect management activities including defect identification, logging, tracking, root cause analysis, retesting, and verification through resolution.Conduct production deployment verification, post-release validation, and regression testing to ensure system stability, performance, and successful implementation.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field.3+ years of experience in software testing, data integration testing, API testing, and end-to-end validation within enterprise applications and data platforms.Hands-on experience with Kafka, Azure Event Hubs, Cosmos DB, ADLS Gen2, and PySpark, including testing data ingestion, transformation, processing, and delivery workflows.Strong knowledge of SQL, data validation techniques, ETL/ELT testing, REST APIs, defect management tools, and software quality assurance best practices.Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.Best Regards,David Roy | Accounts Manager US Staffing | Charter Global Inc. | https://www.charterglobal.comLinkedIn