We are looking for a Quality Assurance (QA) engineer to develop and execute exploratory 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.)
The QA Engineer role is important in our company’s product development process. Our ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting tests before product launches to ensure software runs smoothly and meets client needs while being cost-effective. We'd like to meet you if you have an engineering background and enjoy providing end-to-end solutions to quality problems.
Ultimately, you should monitor all stages of the developmental process to identify and resolve system malfunctions to meet quality standards.
Responsibilities
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
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
Requirements
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
Hands-on experience with automated testing tools
Solid knowledge of SQL and scripting
Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process
Experience with performance and security testing is a plus
BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject
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What We Do
The Plum Tree Group is an interactive agency focusing on solutions for emerging businesses. We focus on Information Technology, Business Process Outsourcing, Marketing and Communications, Consulting and Micro Venture Support Services … all customized exclusively for small- and mid-sized emerging companies.
