Software Test Engineer
Software Test Engineer
Job category: Engineer
Job Type: Full Time
Location:
Cottage Grove, Wisconsin
Posted on:
09/19/2019
Closes on:
10/19/2019
Job Description:
**Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.**
Position Overview:
Under the direction of the DQA manger, the Software Tester Engineer I is tasked with verifying the functionality of software and integrated technologies embedded in our fitness equipment. This position will require working collaboratively with members of Web, Software Development, and Embedded Systems to design & implement end-to-end tests, and support in resolving issues encountered. The ideal candidate will leverage sound software testing knowledge to improve products and processes while also guiding and inspiring team members.
Responsibilities:
- Author test cases, test scenarios, test plans and test strategies for multiple embedded systems.
- Convert manual test cases (regression & feature test scenarios) into automated tests scripts for execution.
- Participate in the review of requirements for product software design and functional specifications.
- Collaborate with the Product Development teams to understand the requirements and develop & manage the test scenarios for all the new development projects.
- Communicate, prioritize and track test execution, defects and issues appropriately and recommend corrective action whenever required.
- Facilitate functional testing, regression testing, UI testing, and performance testing for all feature requirements.
- Investigate root cause of isolated issues during the software development lifecycle process.
- Provide leadership and facilitate problem resolution, and coaching among Product Owners and developers, while mentoring other team members and offshore teams.
- Deliver quality products by thoroughly testing throughout all phases of development life cycle (Regression, Functional, Integration, End to End testing) using a combination of testing methods.
- Collaborate with offshore teams to validate and obtain approvals for software release build distribution.
Other Requirements:
- Other projects as assigned
- Evening conference calls with team members in Taiwan and/or China
- Up to two business trips per year to Taiwan and/or China
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline
- Or at least 4 years of relevant technical experience
Experience:
- Must have a minimum of 3 years of software testing experience with consumer products
- 2 years of developing & using automated test scripts for Android SDK
- Intermediary knowledge in object oriented programming such as C++, C# or Java
- Proven abilities in detailed test case writing and automated script development
- 2 years of experience with agile development methodologies
- Passionate about testing software and quality assurance
Skills
- Knowledge using standard applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook.
- Knowledge of using team collaboration software such as Atlassian Confluence & JIRA or similar
- Adaptable written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work well with numerous diverse groups and individuals
- Passionate and knowledgeable about quality assurance methodologies
- Ability to multi-task well, change focus quickly and follow tasks to completion without sacrificing quality
- Skilled in planning, organizing resources, and establishing priorities for work assignments for optimum results
- Should be results oriented, possess a high degree of motivation and the ability to work with minimal supervision
Benefits:
We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities.
Some of our outstanding benefits include:
- Health & Dental Insurance
- Company paid Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off benefits
- Free access to our state-of-the-art onsite workout facility
- Product discounts
- Wellness programs
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