QA Engineer (AI testing)

Job Title: QA Engineer (AI)
Location: Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid, 2–3 Days Onsite)

*Must be located and authorized to work here in the US without visa sponsorship or transfer. No C2C inquries, please*

Our client is a rapidly growing tech startup using AI and predictive analytics to transform in-store retail. Their platform enables brands to deliver real-time, personalized shopping experiences by combining touchscreen displays, behavioral sensors, and advanced data analysis. With partnerships that include Samsung and well-known consumer brands, they’re pushing the boundaries of connected retail.

They’re hiring a Quality Assurance Engineer with direct experience testing AI applications and features. This role also requires hands-on exposure to DevOps-related technologies as well. You’ll work closely with engineers and product teams to build and maintain automation frameworks, ensure high-quality software releases, and validate the reliability of AI-powered systems. This is a hybrid position based in Jersey City, NJ, with 2–3 days per week onsite.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of QA experience, with proven work testing AI applications or features

• Experience with DevOps tools and environments (CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, or similar)

• Proficiency with Selenium, Playwright, or other automation frameworks

• Skilled in scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Ruby

• Strong grasp of AI testing methodologies (A/B testing, adversarial, white box)

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

• Clear communicator with a collaborative mindset

• Flexible schedule to support occasional evening testing needs; minimal travel (<5%)

• Bonus: Notable achievements such as startup experience, military background, or advanced degree

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and execute test plans for AI-driven applications and backend systems

• Automate testing workflows and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines

• Validate AI model outputs for accuracy, fairness, and performance

• Conduct functional, regression, exploratory, and performance testing

• Document and track issues, working with developers to resolve them quickly

• Collaborate cross-functionally to define QA standards and release criteria

• Continuously improve test coverage, tools, and practices

Interview Process:

• Resume Review

• Take-home practical skills assessment (frontend or backend QA automation)

• Group interview (for senior-level candidates)

• Final onsite interview

Compensation and Benefits: This is a full-time permanent role with a salary range of $130,000 to $160,000 USD, depending on experience. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with employer contribution, generous PTO, and support for professional development. You'll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team helping reshape the future of retail.

If you're ready to lead QA efforts for AI-powered products in a fast-moving environment, we’d love to hear from you.