Position Description
We are looking for a QA Engineer with a backend focus and an SDET-like mindset. This role is centered on API and backend testing, with automation testing experience and a deeper understanding of system behavior.
Your future duties and responsibilities
- Execute manual testing for RESTful APIs (functional, integration, regression, negative testing)
- Validate API endpoints using tools like Postman (payloads, headers, auth, error handling)
- Review API specs and identify edge cases or gaps
- Troubleshoot issues using logs and backend data to identify root causes
- Partner with developers to report defects and validate fixes
- Perform end-to-end testing across systems and integrations
- Validate data across APIs, databases, and services
- Participate in Agile ceremonies (standups, sprint planning, etc.)
- Maintain test documentation (test cases, plans, reports)
- Support QA process improvements and contribute to automation where possible
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
Required Experience
- 3--7+ years of QA/SDET experience with strong API/backend testing
- Solid understanding of REST APIs, HTTP methods, and integrations
- Hands-on experience with Postman or similar tools
- Ability to read JSON, XML, and write basic SQL queries
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Experience working closely with engineering teams in Agile environments
Preferred
- Some experience building QA automation scripts (any tool)
- Exposure to CI/CD and automated testing workflows
- Experience with microservices or cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Additional Information
CGI anticipates accepting applications for this position through June 21, 2026.
This position is located in Atlanta, GA in a hybrid working environment.
Compensation and Benefits
A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $58k to $123,800.
CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive insurance options
- Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
- Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Wellness and Well-being programs
About CGI
Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.