Senior API QA Analyst

Job Title: Senior API QA Analyst

Job Location: Chicago, IL

Job Type: Contract

Pay Range: $45.00hr - $50.00hr

Job Overview:

Our client is seeking a QA Analyst with eight or more years of experience in software testing, including mandatory API testing experience using Postman or similar tools, strong service-based application knowledge, and hands-on experience writing SQL queries for backend data validation and troubleshooting. The candidate will be proficient in testing REST APIs, validating request/response payloads, performing functional and integration testing, and supporting defect management and release validation activities. Healthcare payer domain experience is highly preferred.

Requirements:

• Eight or more years of experience in software testing.
• Mandatory API testing experience using Postman or similar tools.
• Strong knowledge of service-based applications.
• Hands-on experience writing SQL queries for backend data validation and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities:

• Test REST APIs and validate request/response payloads.
• Perform functional and integration testing.
• Support defect management and release validation activities.

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities