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Full-Time

QA Engineer

Updated on 9/20/2024

Charlie

Charlie

11-50 employees

Banking services tailored for retirees

Financial Services

Senior, Expert

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Category
QA & Testing
Automation Testing
Quality Assurance
Required Skills
Chef
Agile
JavaScript
Software Testing
Git
Java
Quality Assurance (QA)
TypeScript
JIRA
Jenkins
Maven
Selenium
Requirements
  • At least 6 years of experience in complete end-to-end testing lifecycle including testing the products existing and new features, automating test cases, reporting bugs, and manual testing.
  • At least 2 year of experience working in a neobank, FinTech, or financial services such as banking, capital markets, investment management, or economic consulting.
  • Domain knowledge in banking and finance.
  • Fluent in at least one major programming language and would be able to switch between multiple languages. In our stack, we mainly use Java or Javascript/Typescript.
  • Experience with functional and non-functional testing types and elaborate and estimate test efforts; understand how to build robust tests to minimize defect leakage by performing regression, performance, deployment verification, and release testing.
  • Proven track record in testing large-scale web and mobile frontend apps end-to-end.
  • Experience in testing backend APIs.
  • Expertise in database testing including designing and manipulating test data.
  • Experience testing accessible (ADA-compliant) responsive web interfaces is a bonus.
  • Experience with Agile development incorporating CI/CD, utilizing technologies such as Jira, GIT, Maven, Jenkins, Chef, Sonar, and PowerMock, and using TestNG, JUnit is highly desirable.
  • Experience planning, building, and orchestrating software testing frameworks and device test automation using Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, Robotium, Appium, or similar tools is a plus.
  • Ability to deep dive into logs to troubleshoot errors and look at the entire process holistically to identify areas for improvement.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with agility in working with a variety of individuals and groups, both in-person and virtually with remote team members that are geographically spread across the world. Being a team player who respects diversity and a multitude of cultures on the team is a must.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts to thoroughly test consumer-facing and internal applications.
  • Identify and document software defects and communicate them to the development team.
  • Perform regression testing to ensure that previously identified issues have been resolved.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and understand project features and requirements, and review technical designs.
  • Design, implement, and maintain automated testing processes and tools.
  • Monitor and track defects throughout the testing process and ensure their resolution.
  • Develop quality metrics and use data to drive actions and decisions.
  • Provide feedback and recommendations to improve software usability and functionality.
  • Maintain a complete understanding and visibility of upcoming product functionality, release schedules, and dependency risks across development teams.
  • We are a startup: Every team member is critical to our success, wears many hats and takes on additional responsibilities.

Charlie Financial offers banking services tailored for retirees aged 62 and older in the United States. The company allows clients to access Social Security benefits up to four weeks early and provides a competitive 3% earnings rate on deposits. With a focus on security, Charlie Financial includes advanced fraud protection and FDIC insurance coverage, while also ensuring customer support is handled by a U.S.-based team. The goal is to provide a secure and supportive banking experience that addresses the unique financial needs of retirees.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$30.5M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

25%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

8%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $23 million Series A funding round led by TTV Capital indicates strong investor confidence and potential for growth.
  • Nationwide launch expands Charlie Financial's reach, allowing more retirees to benefit from its specialized services.
  • The SpeedBump initiative significantly enhances fraud protection, potentially reducing financial losses for customers by up to 40%.

What critics are saying

  • The niche focus on retirees may limit market size and growth potential compared to more diversified financial institutions.
  • Increasing fraud rates targeting older Americans could strain resources and require continuous investment in advanced fraud protection technologies.

What makes Charlie unique

  • Charlie Financial uniquely targets retirees, offering early access to Social Security benefits and a competitive 3% earnings rate on deposits, unlike traditional banks.
  • The company's U.S.-based customer support team provides a personalized and efficient service experience, setting it apart from competitors who often outsource support.
  • Advanced fraud protection measures, including the SpeedBump initiative, specifically address the heightened vulnerability of older adults to financial scams.