Quality Engineer II (Remote)

Join Us! Take the next step in your journey at Inspira Financial. Guided by our mission to enable better health and greater wealth, we help businesses and individuals thrive today, tomorrow, and into retirement by strengthening and simplifying the health and wealth journey. Our values shape how we show up every day. We Lead with Heart by acting with compassion, empathy, and doing what's right; Cultivate Trust through integrity, transparency, and accountability; Aim Higher by never settling for what's expected and continually raising the standard; and Win Together by collaborating inclusively to achieve the best outcomes. Join us on our journey as we work together to take on the complex and the everyday--turning collective effort into life‑changing impact that enriches lives and helps build a better future. Learn more at inspirafinancial.com. We believe in finding the best talent! While some roles are based at one of our office locations, remote roles can sit in any of the following states: AL, AZ, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA and WV. Remote status and role locations are subject to change. Relocation is not provided. Employees within a 90-minute radius of our Oak Brook, IL headquarters are required to adhere to the company in-office work guidelines of 4 days per month minimum from 10 am to 2 pm (1 of the 4 days must be a Monday or Friday). This requirement does not apply to support specialist positions. Don't meet every single requirement? That's okay. At Inspira Financial, we know growth comes from people who are willing to learn, challenge themselves, and aim higher. We value individuals who lead with heart, cultivate trust, and collaborate to win together. If you're energized by meaningful work, continuous development, and being part of a team that turns collective effort into real impact, Inspira Financial could be the right next step in your journey. We look forward to receiving your application. Inspira Financial provides health, wealth, retirement, and benefits solutions that strengthen and simplify the health and wealth journey. With more than 7 million clients, representing over $62 billion in assets, Inspira works with thousands of employers, plan sponsors, recordkeepers, TPAs, and other institutional partners -- helping the people they care about plan, save, and invest for a brighter future. Inspira relentlessly pursues better outcomes for all with our automatic rollover services, health savings accounts, emergency savings funds, custody services, and more. Learn more at inspirafinancial.com. We have been recognized for our remarkable growth on lists such as Crain's Fast 50 and Inc. 5000, and for our outstanding workplace culture and benefits with Built In's 2025 Best Places to Work and Gallagher's 2022 Best-In-Class Employer awards. Position Summary Job Summary & Responsibilities We are seeking a talented and experienced Quality Engineer II to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of our software products through a combination of hands-on manual and automated development. You will collaborate closely with Software Engineers, Product Managers, and other Quality Engineers to design and execute effective test strategies, identify risks early, and continuously improve testing practices. This role is ideal for a quality engineer who enjoys being deeply technical, thrives in an Agile environment, and is ready to take on increased ownership while continuing to grow toward technical or leadership advancement. You will join an experienced Quality Engineering team responsible for delivering high-quality, defect-free software through smoke, functional, regression, and integration testing across multiple platforms. At First Dollar, we believe in empowering engineers to build a smarter health benefits platform—one where human expertise is amplified, not replaced, by AI tools. We seek engineers who have demonstrated experience using AI responsibly to accelerate their development workflow, improve code quality, and solve complex problems more efficiently. Our engineering team is built on the principles of humans over code. We are a tight-knit group of lifelong learners in a constant quest to be a team that is greater than the sum of its parts. Come join us! Duties & Responsibilities

• Create detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans, test cases, and test scenarios based on product requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Design, develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts using open-source tools and frameworks.
• Perform manual and automated testing, including functional, regression, smoke, integration, and basic performance testing.
• Contribute to the design and maintenance of automated test suites and frameworks to improve test coverage and efficiency.
• Ensure proper version control of automation code and adherence to code quality and testing best practices.
• Collaborate with Product Managers and Software Engineers to clarify requirements, identify risks, and define test coverage.
• Identify, document, track, and verify software defects using bug tracking tools, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including daily standups, story refinement, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Perform thorough regression testing following defect fixes and feature enhancements.
• Review requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful quality feedback.
• Assist in estimating testing effort and providing input on testing timelines and risks.
• Support and mentor junior Quality Engineers through knowledge sharing, pairing, and code reviews.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging tools, and best practices in software quality engineering.

Skills Preferred Qualifications

• Strong Automation Skills – Ability to design and maintain automated tests using modern open-source tools; experience with TypeScript and Python preferred, with Playwright a plus.
• Analytical Thinking – Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and assess risk.
• Attention to Detail – A meticulous approach to validating functionality and identifying defects.
• Collaboration – Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Communication – Clear verbal and written communication of issues, risks, and test results.
• Adaptability – Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
• Documentation – Proficiency in producing high-quality testing documentation.
• Cloud & Environment Awareness – Familiarity with cloud-based environments, particularly Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Continuous Improvement Mindset – Commitment to learning and improving testing practices and technical skills.

Education And Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in software quality engineering
• Practical AI experience required - Comfortable using tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT for prototyping, debugging, and problem-solving
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience

Other Requirements:

• Infrequent travel (10%)
• Ability to occasionally work overtime or after hours
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Pay Range $78,000-$102,000 per year Pay Range $78,000-$102,000 per year Compensation & Benefits The compensation for this position will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills and experience. The compensation package may also include incentive and bonus opportunities. Inspira provides industry-leading benefits including, but not limited to: healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, paid time off, parental leave and an employee assistance program. Compensation & Benefits The compensation for this position will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills and experience. The compensation package may also include incentive and bonus opportunities. Inspira provides industry-leading benefits including, but not limited to: healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, paid time off, parental leave and an employee assistance program.