Excellent communication skills — able to clearly explain technical issues to non-technical stakeholders and do so in a way that builds confidence rather than confusion (we live in Slack)A natural problem-solver who is energized by ambiguity and building something new, not someone who needs a well-worn path to followReliable, trustworthy, and consistent — the team will depend on youEasygoing, collaborative, and a genuine team player — must be able to comprehend highly advanced forms of sarcasmThere is direct oversight, but you are expected to take ownership of your work, to establish deadlines, and to communicate progress proactivelyA home office, free of distractions, with a high-speed Internet connectionTHE EVOLUTION OF THIS ROLE This is not a traditional QA position focused solely on regression cycles. Hands-on experience with GraphQL API testing, including schema validation, query/mutation testing, and working within or alongside Apollo StudioExperience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, CircleCI)Mastery of AI-powered API testing tools and demonstrated ability to coach and share knowledge.