Associate QA Engineer

AssetMark is a leading wealth management platform dedicated to empowering independent financial advisors. Our mission is to enable financial advisors to make a profound difference in the lives of their clients. Over 10,000 advisors rely on AssetMark for our investment offerings, innovative technology, and expert services.

The Opportunity

Join our growing QA team as we transform our quality engineering practice into a cutting-edge discipline. As an Associate QA Engineer, you'll be part of a globally distributed team of 20-25 QA engineers working to deliver world-class digital experiences for wealth management technology.

We can consider candidates for this position who are able to accommodate a hybrid work schedule and are close to our Charlotte, NC office.

Key Responsibilities

Core Testing & Quality Assurance:

• Execute manual test cases accurately and document defects with clear reproduction steps
• Perform manual regression testing across multiple features and environments
• Identify basic functional defects and communicate findings effectively
• Document test results clearly and provide accurate test status updates
• Use test management tools effectively to track testing progress

Learning & Development:

• Learn automation frameworks and tools under guidance from senior team members
• Understand basic testing principles and methodologies
• Participate in test case reviews and contribute to testing discussions
• Develop understanding of system architecture and testing approaches
• Seek and respond well to feedback from team members and mentors

Collaboration & Communication:

• Participate actively in agile ceremonies (sprint planning, standups, retrospectives)
• Communicate clearly with team members and ask appropriate testing questions
• Collaborate with developers on defect resolution and testing approaches
• Document test issues for team visibility and follow established QA processes
• Attend sprint planning and design sessions to understand feature requirements

Process & Continuous Improvement:

• Follow established QA processes and testing standards consistently
• Complete assigned test tasks on schedule and manage personal workload Identify opportunities for test improvements and share insights with the team
• Learn testability concepts and identify basic testing scenarios early in development
• Demonstrate curiosity about testing methodologies and quality practices

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 0-2 years of experience in software testing or quality assurance
• Fresh graduates with strong technical foundation are welcome

Technical Skills:

• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle
• Familiarity with web applications and basic testing concepts
• Willingness to learn test automation tools and frameworks
• Basic knowledge of databases and SQL (preferred)
• Understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript basics)

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn
• Ability to work effectively in a distributed team environment
• Curiosity about technology and quality practices

Why Join AssetMark?

• Be part of a transformative journey in quality engineering
• Learn from experienced QA professionals and engineering leaders
• Work with modern testing tools and cutting-edge technology
• Contribute to a mission-driven organization that empowers financial advisors
• Opportunity for rapid growth and career advancement in a supportive environment

Compensation: The Base Salary range for this position is between $73,000-$83,000.

This information reflects a base salary range that AssetMark reasonably expects to pay for the position based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and actual work location. This position will also be eligible for additional variable incentive compensation and competitive benefits.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US to be considered. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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Who We Are & What We Offer:

AssetMark’s mission is centered around helping financial advisors make a difference in the lives of their clients. To help them do that, we aim to provide advisors with holistic support. We offer compelling technology that facilitates a better client experience, consulting services that ensure advisors’ businesses are running at their best and a comprehensive suite of investment solutions. AssetMark’s platform empowers advisors to provide the highest level of service possible to their clients.

AssetMark’s culture is driven by our mission and connected by our values; Heart, Integrity, Excellence and Respect. You will join a team that lives these values every day by doing the best and what is right in all we do  and encouraging different ideas for continual success and innovation. Additionally, we offer a wide range of benefits to meet the needs of our team members and their families.

• Flex Time Off or Paid Time/Sick Time Off
• 401K – 6% Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision – HDHP or PPO
• HSA – Employer contribution (HDHP only)
• Volunteer Time Off
• Career Development / Recognition
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Hybrid Work Schedule

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, AssetMark is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.