Software Quality Engineer (Automation & Testing)

At Clario, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, we develop technology that helps bring life-changing therapies to patients faster. Our solutions support clinical trials around the world by enabling the secure collection, management, and analysis of critical patient data.

As a Software Quality Engineer, you will play an important role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of the software platforms that power healthcare innovation. Working alongside software engineers, product teams, and quality professionals, you will contribute to the delivery of enterprise applications used in highly regulated environments where quality matters.

This is an opportunity to work on meaningful technology, expand your automation and testing expertise, and collaborate with global teams dedicated to improving patient outcomes.

What We Offer
Competitive compensation and benefits package

Private medical and dental insurance

Life insurance coverage

Annual bonus (Aguinaldo) and statutory vacation benefits

Fully remote work environment

Opportunities for professional growth and career development

Employee wellness programs and learning resources

What You'll Be Doing
Design, execute, and maintain manual and automated testing activities for enterprise software applications

Review product requirements and technical specifications to identify risks, define test coverage, and support sprint planning activities

Collaborate with software engineers, product teams, and QA colleagues to ensure high-quality software delivery

Create and maintain test plans, test cases, and testing documentation based on business and technical requirements

Investigate defects and test failures through log analysis, database validation, and application troubleshooting

Validate functionality across web, mobile, API, and backend systems where applicable

Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance software quality, testing efficiency, and team processes

Contribute to Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, refinement sessions, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives

Help drive a quality-first mindset throughout the software development lifecycle

What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience

3+ years of experience in software testing, quality assurance, or software quality engineering

Experience with both manual and automated testing methodologies

Experience testing web and/or mobile applications

Familiarity with Agile software development practices

Experience identifying, documenting, and tracking software defects

Working knowledge of SQL for data validation and troubleshooting

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Authorization to work in Costa Rica and ability to work remotely from within the country

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with test automation frameworks and tools

Experience testing APIs and backend services

Exposure to cloud technologies and DevOps practices

Familiarity with AWS environments

Experience working within healthcare, life sciences, clinical research, or other regulated industries

At Clario, our purpose is to transform lives by unlocking better evidence. It’s a cause that unites and inspires us. It’s why we come to work—and how we empower our people to make a positive impact every day. Whether you're advancing clinical science, building innovative technology, or supporting our global teams, your work helps bring life-changing therapies to patients faster.

Clario is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability.