Ai Test Engineer Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Description

currently seeking a contract Software Test Engineer, with the Quality Management department, to enhance the testing of its product by developing and executing comprehensive test plans, automation scripts, and AI-supported quality practices. This position helps ensure the reliability and effectiveness of user interfaces and services, contributing to a seamless user experience and a robust product release cycle. The ideal candidate will have experience applying established testing methodologies, UI automation, API testing, and approved AI-enabled tools to improve test design, defect analysis, documentation, reporting, and day-to-day testing efficiency.

Position will be Hybrid - required to work out of the North Carolina office 3 days a week.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, and execute automated and manual tests within Agile teams to provide comprehensive coverage for API/SDK/Web Applications and Services, including static reviews, unit, module, performance, load, and integrated systems testing.

• Create and execute test cases, update defects, project tasks, and reports based on requirements, planning documents, and exploratory testing; retest reported issues to verify defects are resolved.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to design, develop, and deliver quality software products, including building automation tools, frameworks, and reusable AI-supported testing workflows.

• Use approved AI tools and assistants to accelerate testing activities such as test case generation, test data ideation, code or script review, defect summarization, root-cause research, documentation drafting, requirements clarification, and reporting while validating outputs for accuracy and quality.

• Create, configure, and maintain AI agents or workflow automations to support recurring QA activities, including regression preparation, automation maintenance, defect triage, status reporting, and knowledge capture in alignment with company security, privacy, and governance expectations.

• Continuously learn and apply emerging AI capabilities relevant to software testing, automation, API validation, and productivity improvement; prior AI experience is preferred but not required when the candidate demonstrates willingness and ability to learn.

• Provide project and task estimates, status reports, work instructions, training materials, and other assigned deliverables that support effective testing, automation, and AI-supported QA workflows.

Required Skills:

• Analytical and problem solving, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Demonstrated understanding of source code for applications written in .Net, Java, or PHP, including debugging skills.

• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to drive quality improvements.

• Well organized work habits with attention to detail.

• Ability and willingness to learn, evaluate, and responsibly use AI tools to improve software testing, automation, analysis, documentation, defect triage, reporting, and team productivity.

• Ability to create, configure, use, and improve AI agents or workflow assistants for recurring QA activities, while validating AI-generated outputs, protecting sensitive data, and applying sound engineering judgment.

• Demonstrated growth mindset and initiative to stay current with practical AI applications in software quality, including prompt writing, agent configuration, workflow automation, and integrating AI into daily work habits.

Required Experience:

1. Minimum Education (or Substitute experience) required:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.

2. Minimum Experience required:

• 1+ years software development or 3+ years automated software testing experience, preferably with Visual Studio and REST/SOAP.

• Experience working with automated test tools, preferably Visual Studio, Selenium, writing SQL queries, or Eclipse IDE.

• Experience with API/SDK/Web Application and Services testing, including static reviews, unit, module, performance, load, and integrated systems testing.

• Agile Test or Development experience preferred.

• Exposure to AI-enabled development, testing, coding, or agent tools is preferred; candidates without AI experience must demonstrate curiosity, adaptability, and willingness to learn and apply AI responsibly in the testing workflow.

• ISTQB CTFL (Certified Tester Foundation Level) or AI-related certification is preferred.

Skills

Software testing, Test automation, Quality assurance, Selenium

Top Skills Details

Software testing,Test automation,Quality assurance,Selenium

Experience Level

Entry Level

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Durham, NC.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Durham,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.