Quality Engineer

About Us 

Clasp is a venture-backed, mission-driven startup transforming access to education and career pathways. We are revolutionizing the way employers attract and retain critical talent, while simultaneously tackling the student debt crisis. (Yep, we think BIG.) Our innovative platform meaningfully connects employers, educational institutions, and diverse talent to drive mutual benefit—using accessible education financing as the thread. We like to think of ourselves as more than a fintech; we’re a catalyst for economic mobility. 

A Forbes Fintech 50 company, portfolio company of SHRM (Society of Human Resource Management — the largest HR organization out there!) and recipient of “Startup of the Year” by StartUp Boston, Clasp is driven by our commitment to social impact and innovation. We are reshaping the future of the workforce one opportunity at a time. Join us on our journey to give power to learners and unlock fulfilling careers that drive positive change in their communities and beyond.

What We Need:

We are looking for a QA Engineer to own and lead quality initiatives, develop scalable automation frameworks, and drive process improvements across teams. In this role, we are looking for someone to enhance product quality and operational efficiency by ensuring our products meet the highest standards through thorough testing, inspections, and automation. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with the Product team and Engineering leads, establishing key quality metrics, managing automated testing infrastructure, and supporting the Clasp team. As you grow in your role, there will be opportunities to learn more about full-stack development, leveraging AI, DevSecOps and more!

• Automation Development: Design, implement, and maintain automated testing scripts and frameworks in partnership with engineering teams to improve efficiency and reduce manual testing effort.
• Test Planning: Define the scope, approach, resources, and schedule for testing activities to ensure that software meets quality expectations; takes into consideration risk, security and compliance
• Manual & Exploratory Testing: Design and execute manual testing plans, capturing edge cases and ensuring critical paths are tested before deployment
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across departments to optimize product quality and processes.
• Analyze data from inspections and testing, identifying trends and recommending actionable improvements.
• Work collaboratively with design, production, and other teams to resolve quality issues and ensure process consistency.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, quality standards, and company policies.
• Provide training on quality procedures and best practices across teams to ensure alignment and consistency.
• Maintain documentation related to quality systems, including test results, reports, and compliance records.
• Support the development and execution of validation and verification plans for new products and processes.
• Track and report key quality metrics, working with teams to identify areas for improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field.3 years of experience in quality engineering or a related role.
• Experience working with python, JavaScript or similar programming languagesStrong experience in developing and implementing automation frameworks, such as Cypress or equivalent, for quality testing and process optimization.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to drive cross-functional solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Willingness to expand knowledge of security, DevOps and more to support broader efforts 

• Competitive cash and equity compensation 
• Health benefits (health, dental, & vision)
• 401k
• Commuter benefits
• Flexible PTO policy

If you are a highly driven individual with a passion for technology, and you thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Join us in revolutionizing the workforce solution industry and making a meaningful impact on businesses worldwide. Apply now to be a part of our growing team!We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Clasp is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $80,000 - $115,000