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Korn Ferry • United States
Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 / year
Role & seniority: Lead QA Engineer (senior/lead level, potential progression to people management as QA scales)
Stack/tools: API/UI/data validation testing; automation frameworks — Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, RestAssured; API tooling — Postman, Swagger, SoapUI; scripting — Python, JavaScript, Java; CI/CD and VCS — GitHub, Jenkins, Azure DevOps
Lead testing strategy for integrations between HR systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM) and ATS (e.g., Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS, Taleo)
Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites; perform end-to-end manual testing of complex workflows
Establish QA best practices, mentor engineers, collaborate with engineering/product/implementation teams, and drive release quality and metrics
8+ years in software QA; ≥3 years in system integrations and API testing
Strong manual and automated testing practices; experience with API testing tools and automation frameworks
Proficiency in Python/JavaScript/Java; familiarity with CI/CD and version control
Excellent English communication; experience in a remote-first, distributed team
Experience with HR systems and ATS integrations; knowledge of QA metrics and process improvement
Bachelor’s degree in CS/IS or equivalent experience; prior mentoring/leadership exposure
Location & work type: Remote-first, distributed team; full-time role (salary range $120K–$140K) with benefits
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Lead QA Engineer
Requisition ID: 25199
Application Deadline: 30 March 2026
About Us Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business—synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That’s why the world’s most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us—for a shared commitment to lasting impact and the bold ambition to Be More Than.
Job Description OPPORTUNITY TO ENHANCE YOUR CAREER - It’s about exceeding your potential. We are seeking a Lead QA Engineer to lead quality assurance efforts for integrations between third-party HR systems and applicant tracking systems (ATS). This individual will design, execute, and oversee both manual and automated testing strategies to ensure seamless data exchange and reliable system performance across platforms. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader with a passion for integration testing, process optimization, and mentoring others - with potential to grow into a people management role as the QA function expands.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead testing strategy for integrations between HR systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM) and applicant tracking systems (e.g., Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS, Taleo). Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites for API, UI, and data validation testing across multiple systems. Perform end-to-end manual testing to validate complex business workflows and data synchronization. Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and implementation teams to define integration test requirements and identify risk areas. Establish and enforce QA best practices, including test case management, regression planning, and defect triage processes. Implement and maintain test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Postman, RestAssured) to improve coverage and efficiency. Mentor and guide QA engineers, providing technical leadership in automation design and quality standards. Participate in release planning and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability and integration quality. Track and report on QA metrics such as test coverage, defect trends, and release quality. Contribute to QA strategy and process evolution, preparing for future leadership responsibilities.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS 8+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 3 years focused on system integrations and API testing. Strong understanding of manual and automated testing methodologies. Hands-on experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, Swagger, SoapUI) and test automation frameworks. Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, JavaScript, or Java) for test automation. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control tools (e.g., GitHub, Jenkins, Azure DevOps). Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, suitable for business collaboration and documentation. Experience working effectively in a remote-first, distributed team environment.
EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience). Salary Range $120K - 140K
Salary range represents the compensation Korn Ferry expects to pay to a candidate with the requirements for the job posted. Korn Ferry offers competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience.
Korn Ferry may use AI as part of its recruitment process, but all hiring decisions are made by humans.
Korn Ferry Benefits The Korn Ferry Cares Wellbeing Platform offers Employees health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment), Critical Illness, Accident Injury, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in Korn Ferry's Tax Deferred Savings plan 401(k). Employee Stock Purchase Program is available to all permanent employees who work 20 hours or more after 6 months of service. Employees are eligible to receive a total of 15 days vacation annually plus paid time off for 16 company holidays. Full time eligible employees will accrue sick time commencing on the first date of employment at the rate of 3.33 hours per pay period for an annualized maximum of 80 hours.
Korn Ferry Benefits Korn Ferry offers employee benefits that currently include an Extended Health and Dental program, and online Digital Medical, Mental Health and Pediatric support programs.
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Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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