AlphaSense

Staff QE

AlphaSense$148K — $203K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in Quality Engineering or related field
  • Fluency with AI tools to enhance software delivery processes
  • Expertise in Kotlin, Python, JavaScript, or Java
  • Strong knowledge of testing methodologies and QA practices
  • Experience with Test Management Systems like Allure TestOps
  • Proficient in API testing and UI test automation frameworks (e.g., Playwright)
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Kubernetes)
  • Demonstrated ability to operate independently without a dedicated QE team

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the long-term testing strategy for the AI Platform
  • Establish quality metrics and coverage standards in collaboration with teams
  • Enhance test coverage through scalable automation solutions
  • Guide test planning for new features, focusing on alignment with criteria
  • Streamline testing processes and conduct exploratory testing for risk management
  • Mentor engineers on sustainable quality practices and release standards

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a pioneering AI-First environment
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams on innovative projects
  • Professional growth and mentorship opportunities
  • Participation in shaping quality practices within an evolving tech landscape
  • Access to generous equity options and benefits program
Full Job Description
About the Role:

As we transition into an AI-First Operating Model and move from exploration into execution at scale, we are seeking a seasoned Senior Quality Engineer to join our QE org and serve as a strategic catalyst for this shift.

In this high-impact role, you will be accountable for architecting the quality standards that underpin our next generation of market intelligence. Your remit is to define how we build, test, and operate in an AI-centric ecosystem. You will lead quality initiatives that ensure our engineering workflows-covering everything from complex data pipelines and AI model validation to system observability and agentic search interactions-are robust, scalable, and AI-boosted. You will be a key leader in establishing "AI-First" as our standard operating procedure, defining the quality gates that enable us to deliver state-of-the-art market intelligence with confidence and precision at scale.
Who You Are:
  • Fluency with AI tools and a proven track record of enabling AI tools to accelerate software delivery and processes.
  • Deep knowledge in at least one of the following programming languages: Kotlin, Python, JavaScript, or Java
  • Proficiency in testing methodologies and deep understanding of the QA domain and theory
  • Experience with Test Management Systems (e.g., Allure TestOps)
  • Excellent test design skills and experience in API testing
  • Experience with UI test automation frameworks (e.g., Playwright)
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization technologies (Kubernetes)
  • Strong understanding of continuous delivery
  • Demonstrated ability to operate and set direction autonomously, without a dedicated QE team or manager in place
  • Experience coaching engineering teams on quality-by-design and shift-left practices, influencing without direct authority
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders across multiple portfolios


Bonus points if you have:
  • Experience in setting up and configuring CI/CD tools and pipelines
  • Good understanding of GraphQL
  • Proven expertise in Performance Engineering (using k6 or similar) and Observability (OpenTelemetry/Grafana) to drive data-informed quality decisions
  • Financial data domain knowledge
  • Experience testing backend/data pipeline
  • BS/MS degree in a relevant technical discipline such as Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Technology

What Youll Do:
  • Define and drive the long-term testing strategy and quality culture for the AI Platform, emphasizing "Quality by Design" and "Automation by Default."
  • Define quality metrics and coverage standards, partnering with product and engineering teams to ensure data-driven, measurable, and self-sustaining quality outcomes.
  • Grow test coverage through scalable, domain-specific automation and define/maintain complex test datasets, partnering with developers to ensure automation readiness.
  • Guide and support test planning for new features, ensuring alignment with acceptance criteria and coverage across unit, integration, and E2E layers.
  • Continuously improve and streamline testing processes; perform targeted exploratory testing to discover risks, inform automation, and validate model outputs.
  • Coach and mentor engineers on sustainable, scalable quality practices, serving as a strategic partner to ensure delivery standards are met through rigorous release gates.


For base compensation, we set standard ranges for all roles based on function and level benchmarked against similar stage growth companies and internal comparables. In order to be compliant with local legislation, as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, we share salary ranges on all job postings regardless of desired hiring location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience/expertise and may vary from the amounts listed below.

You may also be offered equity, and a generous benefits program.

Compensation Range

$148,350-$203,550 USD

About AlphaSense

AlphaSense is a software company that provides an AI-powered search engine for business professionals. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in New York City. AlphaSense's search engine allows users to search across a wide range of sources, including company filings, news articles, and research reports. The company's platform is used by a variety of industries, including finance, consulting, and legal. AlphaSense has received numerous awards for its innovative technology and has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States.
Learn more about AlphaSense
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2011

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