Software Test Engineer (Hybrid Remote)

Salary: $65,000/yearThis position allows for 2 days per week remote / work from home. We are looking for a Junior Automated Tester to join our SaaS company's Quality Assurance team. As a Junior Automated Tester, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products through automated testing processes. This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth and learning in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• Test Automation Development: Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using industry-standard tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Appium).
• Test Execution and Analysis: Execute automated tests, analyze results, and report findings to identify software defects and performance issues.
• Regression Testing: Implement and maintain regression test suites to validate software functionality and ensure compatibility across different environments.
• Collaboration: Work closely with software developers, product managers, and quality assurance engineers to understand requirements and implement effective test strategies.
• Bug Tracking: Document test cases, track bugs through resolution, and verify fixes to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives within the QA team, including enhancing test automation frameworks and practices.
• Adherence to Standards: Follow best practices for software testing, including coding standards, test case design principles, and version control.
• Test Environment Management: Set up and maintain test environments and test data to support automated testing efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Strong understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and practices.
• Hands-on experience with automated testing tools and frameworks.
• Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to articulate technical concepts and issues clearly and concisely.