Associate Qa Engineer Jobs in Natick, MA (NOW HIRING)

This is a hybrid role with 50% on-site requirement in Wilmington, MA.

We are seeking a dedicated MuleSoft QA Engineer to ensure the quality, performance, and security of enterprise integration solutions built on the MuleSoft Anypoint Platform. The ideal candidate will validate mUnit code coverage, create test cases from Functional Solution Documents (FSDs), and develop automated test suites covering end-to-end scenarios, contract testing, load testing, penetration testing, and security testing.

The role requires proficiency in modern API test automation tools, API contract testing frameworks (Pact, Dredd, Schemathesis), testing MuleSoft application with Azure Services, and integration with CI/CD pipelines for continuous quality validation. The candidate will also document QA processes in Confluence, log issues in JIRA, and work closely with developers, reporting managers, and project managers to identify risks, communicate challenges, and ensure timely resolution.

Responsibilities: 

Quality Assurance & Testing (80%)

• Validate mUnit test suites to ensure high code coverage and compliance with enterprise quality standards for MuleSoft APIs, STL flows, and P2P integrations.
• Review FSDs to design and develop comprehensive manual and automated test cases for APIs and ETL processes.
• Write and maintain automated test scripts for end-to-end scenarios, API contract testing, and functional validation using:
   
  • Postman/Newman, SoapUI/ReadyAPI, RestAssured, Karate DSL, Cypress (API mode)
  • Contract testing frameworks such as Pact, Dredd, Schemathesis
• Conduct load and performance testing using Apache JMeter to assess scalability of MuleSoft integrations.
• Perform security and penetration testing for protocols like SFTP, TLS mutual authentication, and OAuth 2.0-based APIs.
• Execute positive, negative, and edge case scenarios to validate error handling and robustness.
• Integrate automated API test suites into CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions) for continuous regression testing.
• Develop and maintain standardized QA frameworks and reusable testing utilities for MuleSoft projects.
• Log and track defects in JIRA, including detailed reproduction steps and severity classification.
• Maintain test plans, test cases, and execution reports in Confluence for audit readiness.
• Test Azure-integrated flows involving APIM-managed APIs, Service Bus/Event Grid messaging, Blob Storage file operations, Azure Functions triggers, and data interactions with Azure SQL and Cosmos DB.

Collaboration & Reporting (20%)

• Partner with QA Leads, developers, and project managers to identify and mitigate risks early in the delivery cycle.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, providing quality status updates and highlighting key risks.
• Use JIRA and Monday.com for task tracking, sprint planning, and defect resolution coordination.
• Communicate testing outcomes effectively to technical and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment on release readiness.

The estimated salary for this position ranges from $94,636 to $125,929 yearly. Actual compensation will vary based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications. Geographic differentials may also apply depending on the position's location. There is no application deadline for this role; recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. 

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field (required).
• 5 years in Quality Assurance, with 2 years focused on testing MuleSoft Anypoint Platform integrations.
• Strong experience validating mUnit test suites and achieving high coverage.
•  Expertise in automated API testing using Postman/Newman, SoapUI/ReadyAPI, RestAssured, Karate DSL, Cypress.
• Experience with API contract testing tools like Pact, Dredd, Schemathesis.
• Hands-on JMeter for performance and load testing.
• Understanding of security testing for SFTP, TLS, and OAuth 2.0 APIs.
• Proficient in testing positive, negative, and edge cases.
• Experience integrating API tests into CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
• Skilled in JIRA for defect management and Confluence for QA documentation.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum delivery models.
• Familiarity with Azure integration services: APIM, Service Bus, Event Grid, Blob Storage, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for documenting issues and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive approach to identifying risks and proposing solutions.

Benefits & Perks:

401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses.

UniFirst is an international leader in garment & Uniform services industry. We currently employ over 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team. 

UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws