Quality Engineer – Level 3

Granicus

Quality Engineer ensuring high-quality systems through risk-based manual testing at Granicus. Collaborating with teams to deliver maximum customer value in government technology solutions.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $77,000 - $118,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in manual quality assurance, including test planning, execution, and defect documentation, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and customer experience. Proficient in Agile methodologies and committed to continuous improvement in testing practices.

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Manual Quality AssuranceTest PlanningAgile DevelopmentDefect DocumentationCollaboration with Product Teams

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Hard Skills

Software TestingQuality EngineeringFunctional TestingRegression TestingIntegration TestingUser Interface TestingQuality Assurance MethodologiesContinuous Improvement PracticesAI-Assisted TestingAcceptance Criteria Definition

Soft Skills

Sound JudgmentCommunicationAdvocacy for QualityCollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

GitHubPostmanAtlassian ProductsMicrosoft OfficeConstituent Relationship Management Tools

Industry Keywords

End-User WorkflowsQuality RisksCustomer ExperienceCross-Functional StakeholdersTest Estimation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and manage new and existing test plans for features, enhancements, and defects with minimal direction.
Define manual quality assurance requirements for complex projects and refine those requirements throughout the development lifecycle.
Validate end-user workflows and business logic through thorough manual testing.
Execute smoke, functional, regression, integration, and user interface testing.
Ensure testing extends beyond documented requirements to include real-world system behavior and customer experience.
Identify, assess, and communicate quality risks to cross-functional stakeholders.
Document defects with detailed reproduction steps, supporting evidence, and impact assessments.
Demonstrate sound judgment and make informed quality-related decisions in fast-paced environments.
Advocate for quality-focused scope adjustments when competing priorities arise.
Provide recommendations to team leaders regarding initiatives that deliver the greatest value to customers and the business.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience in software testing or quality engineering within a professional software development environment.
Experience collaborating with Product and Design teams to understand requirements, acceptance criteria, and customer needs.
Ability to work closely with client-facing teams to gain a strong understanding of end-user workflows.
Experience partnering with software engineers to identify and execute effective testing strategies.
Participation in test planning, estimation, sprint activities, and quality assurance initiatives.
Strong understanding of quality assurance methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
Experience working in Agile development environments.
Proficiency with GitHub, Postman, Atlassian products, and Microsoft Office applications.
Willingness and ability to learn and apply AI-assisted testing practices.
Familiarity with constituent relationship management tools is preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible Time Off – Take the time you need to rest, recharge, and live your life.
Company-Wide Wellbeing Days – Paid days off to unplug and focus on your mental health.
Work From Home Reimbursement – Support a productive home office environment.
Multiple Health Plan Options – Including a 100% employer-paid plan.
Employer HSA Contributions – When enrolled in a High-Deductible Health Plan.
Fitness Reimbursement Program – Stay active, your way.
On-Demand Mental Health Support – Access to Headspace and other wellness tools.
Paid Parental Leave – For both birthing and non-birthing parents.
Traditional & Roth 401(k) – With a generous company match.
Life & AD&D Insurance – 100% employer-paid coverage for peace of mind.
Online Learning Platforms – Fuel your professional development.
Competitive Salary & Bonuses – Your contributions are valued and rewarded.