Job Description

Job Title: ETL/SQL QA Tester

Position Summary

This hybrid role requires the ETL/SQL QA Tester must be performed by candidates located within a 60-mile radius of Charlotte, NC. The position focuses on validating data extraction, transformation, and loading processes, as well as performing detailed data analysis and reporting. Strong SQL expertise, experience with large datasets, and hands-on knowledge of ETL tools are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor ETL job execution using scheduling tools such as Autosys and validate end-to-end transformation results.
• Perform UI, functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing across multiple releases.
• Write and execute complex SQL queries involving joins and advanced validation logic.
• Develop SQL and Unix scripts to create, manipulate, and validate test datasets.
• Document, analyze, and troubleshoot defects across ETL and data workflows.
• Use test management tools such as qTest or Octane for test planning and reporting.
• Translate functional and technical requirements into detailed test plans and scenarios.
• Build or extend automated test frameworks using tools such as Tosca or Selenium.
• Collaborate with development, product, and business teams to triage issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint-level testing strategies.
• Promote QA best practices and ensure compliance with documentation and process standards.

Qualifications & Required Skills

• 5+ years of experience in manual and/or automation testing within data-focused environments.
• Strong SQL proficiency for data extraction, transformation, validation, and analysis.
• Hands-on experience with ETL tools and data pipeline testing.
  
• Solid understanding of relational databases and data modeling concepts.
• Experience with Unix for scripting, navigation, and job validation.
• Familiarity with SIT and UAT cycles and end-to-end project workflows.
• Agile methodology experience including sprint planning and execution.
• Strong communication and documentation skills for cross-team collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with large teams and coordinating across multiple stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve data-related issues.
• Must be located within a 60-mile radius of Charlotte, NC to meet hybrid onsite requirements.
  
• Data warehousing experience including dimensional modeling and ETL validation.
• Familiarity with BI tools such as Tableau for data visualization and reporting.

Job Type & Location

Contract position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range $55.00 $61.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type

Hybrid position in Charlotte, NC.

Application Deadline

Position anticipated to close on Jan 9, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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