Quality Assurance (QA) Software Engineer

Quality Assurance (QA) Software Engineer

Overview of Position:

Speedcast delivers highly customizable, critical communication solutions for remote sites. As a Quality Assurance (QA) Software Engineer you will be working with a team of software, systems and network engineers, to develop and execute exploratory and automated tests to ensure product quality. QA engineer responsibilities include designing and implementing tests, debugging, and defining corrective actions. You will also review system requirements and track quality assurance metrics (e.g. defect densities and open defect counts.

A successful candidate will be capable of working independently, actively and confidently promote improvements, and incorporate new technologies, throughout the lifecycle of each product.

What you will do:

• Review requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback.
• Create detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases.
• Estimate, prioritize, plan and coordinate testing activities.
• Design, develop and execute automation scripts using open-source tools.
• Identify, record, document thoroughly and track bugs.
• Perform thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved.
• Develop and apply testing processes for new and existing products to meet client needs.
• Liaise with internal teams (e.g. developers and product managers) to identify system requirements.
• Monitor debugging process results.
• Investigate the causes of non-conforming software and train users to implement solutions.
• Track quality assurance metrics, like defect densities and open defect counts.
• Stay up to date with new testing tools and test strategies.

What we need from you:

• Proven work experience in software quality assurance
• Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes
• Experience in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and test cases.
• Hands-on experience with both white box and black box testing and with automated testing tools
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process.
• Knowledge in Playwright, Postman, X-ray.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Professional Proficiency in English.

Even better if you have:

Experience with performance and/or security testing is a plus

Working at Speedcast:

At Speedcast, we want people that like adventure. Who are motivated by work that takes uncommon ingenuity and thinking outside the box. Who relish the idea of working in an industry undergoing massive transformation. If you want to be part of a global team responsible for connecting the world, then you’re in the right place.

We're always pushing forward, never standing still. When people rely on you and your team to stay connected, it brings everyone closer together. We’re united by the adrenaline of high-stakes projects and our love of getting the job done right. You will experiment, learn and grow here, right alongside us, every single day.

Find great opportunities to make an impact. We have a "one team, one dream" mentality. We work together to make great things happen. Working at Speedcast isn't just a job, it's a career that you can take to new levels.

Top reasons why people love working at Speedcast:

• Our global presence – you get to work with clients and colleagues all over the world, in every continent

• Talented teammates – your co-workers are the best and brightest in the industry

• Industry leadership – be part of the latest advancements shaping the future of communications

• Ability to develop skills – work across departments to gain new skills and valuable experience

• Choose your environment – we have an environment to fit your temperament. Choose between a traditional desk job or work in the field.

• Grow your career - Guide your career in the direction you want. Gain new titles and responsibilities through our internal promotion system.

• Work on diverse projects – every day is different with our customers from a range of industries around the world

Speedcast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The US EEO is the Law poster is available by visiting the below link:

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Speedcast does not accept or retain unsolicited résumés or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers.