Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $70K - $90K
Software Quality Assurance Specialist
About the job
Who are we?
Bitwerx, Inc. is a team of industry experts focused on designing, building, and supporting innovative software solutions that leverage data to improve the customer journey. Our experience spans many industries with a focus on veterinary and dental, and our partners range from startups trying to bring a new idea to market to Fortune 500 companies looking to become more agile.
About This Position
We are looking for a Software Quality Assurance Specialist to join our growing team. QA Specialists of all experience levels are encouraged to apply. You'll join a fast-moving, cross-functional team testing and developing elegant cloud-based solutions for complex problems.
Our ideal candidate is curious, always looking for new ways to solve problems, and has the aptitude to implement complex technologies quickly and effectively. In addition, you are collaborative and can make a well-rounded contribution to the team.
This position may be hybrid from our Lexington, KY office or remote for candidates located within either Georgia, Florida, Indiana, or Ohio as a strong preference. If remote, you can expect to visit the office for new hire orientation and typically for team meetings once a quarter.
What Youll Do :
- Design and execute test plans to ensure software meets design specifications
- Review requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback
- Create, execute, and document 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
- 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
- Merge Pull Requests and deploy cloud-based applications to QA and production environments - QA are responsible for all cloud deployments
- Stay up-to-date with new testing tools and test strategies
- Participate in the entire software development life cycle, from feature design to deployment
- Collaborate with the product and development teams to deliver high-quality solutions
What We're Looking For :
Proven work experience in software quality assurance; experience in complex microservice or big data environments preferredExperience in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and test casesHands-on experience with both white box and black box testingHands-on experience with automated testing tools for API and service applicationsExperience working with cloud-based services, experience with Azure is a plusSolid knowledge of SQL and relational databasesExperience working in an Agile / Scrum development processExperience with performance and / or security testing is a plusMinimum of 4 years of experience in software quality assuranceExtensive knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and processesExperience in designing and implementing automated testing frameworksProficiency in at least one programming languages and scriptingStrong analytical skills and attention to detailExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsExperience with continuous integration / delivery practicesA track record of successful project completion and product launchesExceptional attention to detailGood oral and written communication skillsStrong critical thinking skillsAbility to work well with people of varying technical abilitiesNote to applicants : This is not a traditional UI testing role. This role is for complex, large scale testing of data driven backend components and APIs.Bonus points for :
Experience with Cypress and XCUITest for test automationExperience with SQL and NoSQL databasesExperience with Azure DevOps Test PlansExperience in the animal health software industryWhat We Offer :
100% company-paid health, vision, and dental insurance401(k) with company matchRobust PTO policyA collaborative and inclusive work cultureThe chance to make a significant impact on a growing companyBitwerx, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Your application will be considered regardless of race, color, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or veteran status. You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
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