Senior QA Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Design, author, and execute comprehensive front end test plans for UI components, with a deep focus on screen reader and keyboard navigation validation.

• Investigate, reproduce and complete root cause analysis of complex, multi layered UI defects; provide definitive validation evidence and technical guidance to engineering teams.

• Identify and anticipate quality risks and proactively implement preventative measures early in the SDLC.

• Drive alignment of quality standards across UI development, design, product and the QA organization.

• Serve as the Cúram quality organization's subject matter expert on accessibility compliance, validating fixes across ARIA practices, semantic markup, labels, focus management, colour contrast and screen readers.

• Establish accessibility acceptance criteria and mentor development teams on implementation of industry recognised best practice.

• Own customer accessibility escalations, partnering with support to triage, diagnose and resolve issues decisively.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years in quality engineering for enterprise web applications with demonstrable progression of responsibility.

• Proven track record of independently designing and executing sophisticated functional and accessibility test strategies.

• Strong technical foundation in front end technologies (HTML, CSS) with the ability to review HTML for quality and accessibility implications.

• Hands on expertise in accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1/2.2), ARIA patterns and screen reader testing.

• Self starter mindset: identify gaps, propose solutions and drive initiatives to completion without direction.

• Exceptional communication skills; able to influence senior stakeholders, document complex technical findings and translate requirements into actionable quality criteria.

Nice to Have

• Experience building or contributing to test automation frameworks.

• Contributions to accessibility communities or open source projects.

• Certification in accessibility (CPACC, WAS or equivalent).

Compensation

The salary range provided in this job posting is intended to reflect the general market value for the position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and the specific requirements of the role. This range may also be subject to change as market conditions evolve. We encourage open communication throughout the interview process to discuss compensation expectations.

Min - Max: €63,949.82 - €95,924.72 (EUR)

Benefits

• Vacation to help you rest, recharge, and connect with loved ones.

• Paid leave benefits.

• Health plan cover through Irish Life Health.

• Employer and employee pension contributions.

• Bike2Work program/benefits.

• Tuition reimbursement, life insurance, EAP - and more!

It is the policy of Merative to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, HIV status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Merative will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.