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QA Engineer

Heredia, Costa Rica

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Posted
11/06/2026
Job reference
15799
Experience level
Experienced Hire
Job category
Technology, Engineering & AI
Job sub category
QA/Test Engineering
Line of business
Banking

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are—with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody’s is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we’re advancing AI to move from insight to action—enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence. 

If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity. 


Skills and Competencies

  • 3 - 5 years of experience in software quality assurance or testing, with experience in financial services preferred software

  • Experience testing software used in financial services or banking, to better understand how clients rely on calculations and reports for decisions

  • Experience with issue or work tracking software, such as Trello or Jira, to log, track, and report defects clearly

  • Experience testing Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and Python for unit tests, to confirm data moves reliably between systems

  • Hands-on experience performing manual usability and user interface testing, to confirm software is intuitive, accurate, and meets client expectations

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and availability to work United States East Coast hours, to produce clear test documentation and collaborate closely with colleagues in that time zone

  • Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail, to identify defects and inconsistencies in complex calculations and workflows

  • Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency. Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or Finance

Responsibilities

Ensure the quality and usability of Asset Liability Management and Budgeting and Profitability software through hands-on testing and clear documentation. 

  • Execute manual usability and user interface testing of Asset Liability Management and Budgeting and Profitability software to confirm workflows are intuitive, accurate, and meet client needs

  • Design, write, and maintain unit tests and Python-based automated test scripts to expand regression coverage and reduce manual effort

  • Create and maintain test plans, test cases, and supporting documentation that capture scope, expected results, and defects found

  • Log, track, and prioritize defects in the issue-tracking system, partnering with developers and product owners to drive timely resolution

  • Validate calculations, reports, and outputs against business requirements and expected Interest Rate Risk results to confirm accuracy

  • Test Application Programming Interface integrations where applicable to confirm data is exchanged reliably between systems

  • Own testing for assigned product areas with minimal supervision, supporting release readiness and communicating quality risks to stakeholders across time zones

  • Explore how artificial intelligence tools can improve testing processes and efficiency, applying responsible and ethical use practices

About the Team

The Quality Assurance group supports Moody’s specialization in Asset Liability Management software, ensuring that our Asset Liability Management and Budgeting and Profitability solutions are accurate, reliable, and easy to use for banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions around the world. By testing new releases and enhancements before they reach clients, the team protects the integrity of the analytics that clients rely on to review Interest Rate Risk and make informed balance sheet decisions, and strengthens Moody’s reputation for trusted, high-quality solutions. Based in Costa Rica and working closely with business unit colleagues during United States East Coast hours, the team partners with product management, development, and client-facing colleagues, and is increasingly adopting artificial intelligence tools to improve testing efficiency and quality outcomes.


For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is ₡23,964,700.00 - ₡34,748,800.00, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for a completion bonus. Moody’s also offers insurance and a discounted employee stock purchase plan for limited duration employees.

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email accommodations@moodys.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Click here to view our full EEO policy statement. Click here for more information on your EEO rights under the law. Click here to view our Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination statement.

Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.

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