Software QA Engineer

What are we looking for in our Software QA Engineer ?

The Information Technology team at Russell Tobin & Associates is supporting a top Computers and Electronics Manufacturing company that has an opening for a Software QA Engineer. 

Location: 12535 Riata Vista Circle, RV01, Austin, TX 78727, United States
Duration: 12+ months   
Rate: $45-50/- hrs on w2

Description

• Create and execute systematic, end-to-end test plans and test cases by working with developers and interpreting functional specification documents
• Use bug-tracking software to report and prioritize issues; work with developers and team leads to understand and pursue issues to resolution
• Provide project managers and team leads with timely and accurate QA status during various project phases
• Collaborate with and provide support to developers, product readiness, localization, and other cross-functional teams
• Contribute to initiatives to improve the overall QA process, such as identifying and closing gaps in testing coverage or inefficiencies in workflows.

Key Qualifications

• 5+ years of software-based QA experience or a related field.
• Working knowledge of UNIX-based systems and command-line tools for log collection and analysis
• Proven knowledge of core QA methodologies, including creation of test plans and test cases, authoring documentation, problem isolation techniques, regression testing, ad  hoc testing, and systems integration testing
• Advanced familiarity with operating and troubleshooting Apple hardware and software (iOS, macOS, and associated hardware)
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality work on tight timelines
• Self-motivated, independent, and proactive
• Outstanding collaboration skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to accurately collect and track testing data, and to assist developers and project leads in gauging project impact.

Additional Requirements

• Experience operating hardware test fixtures is beneficial
• Experience with testing automation software and scripting development on macOS and iOS platforms is a plus.

Education

Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent work experience.

“Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.”

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Rate/Salary: $45-50/- hrs on w2