Spectrum
Senior QA Engineer I
Spectrum, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Spectrum Customizer is seeking a Senior QA Engineer I to join our growing team. While our headquarters are in downtown Portland, Oregon, we are open to this role being onsite, hybrid or remote.
Spectrum is a Platform as a Service Product Customization engine, powering many of today's top brand experiences, such as Carhartt, Microsoft XBOX, Stanley, and JBL. The platform has quickly evolved to become a world-class integration that offers: 3D product visualization, factory integration, a self-supporting admin, and robust analytics.
The Senior QA Engineer plays a critical role in leading and executing testing processes, ensuring the highest quality of our software products. This position works closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, project managers, and 3D designers, to identify test requirements, create test plans, and develop automated test scripts. As a Senior QA Engineer, this role will have a heavy focus on automation to drive the quality strategy, contributing to our goal of delivering reliable, user-friendly products to our customers.
Project Expectations:
Write test plans (manual)Write automated test scriptsTest APIsCompile and evaluate QA resultsManage client interaction regarding all aspects of project QAManage QA scope for project/productManage all QA on projects, interfacing with client to define requirements, plan approach, communicate solutions and risks, and present QA test plans and results, where applicableCreate, maintain and distribute documentationParticipate in scoping sessions for new projects and featuresParticipate in sales calls and meetings, when appropriateQA Proficiency:
Demonstrate advanced proficiency in:Testing web-based platforms (HTML, CSS, DOM, WebGL)Bug reporting with accurate level of details, steps to replicate, device/browser detail, related links and screenshotsJIRA task managementKnow the differences between various browsersLatest mobile & desktop systems, their operating systems & hardware.Write automated scripts (pyTest, Python, Selenium, JavaScript, Watir)Execute API tests using pyTest and Python scripts calling endpoints using RESTConfigure automation server (Jenkins) to run automated tests under defined conditionsQA test plan authoring tools such as Quality Center, qTest, ZephyrAPI testing tools such as Postman and soapUIProfessional Expectations:
Provide mentorship to junior QA staff, offering thoughtful direction and feedbackSeek input from mentors and supervisors and accept offered feedbackApply feedback in an effort to improve performance and code qualityDemonstrate Spectrum's core values of curiosity and adaptabilityMaintain a positive attitudePrioritize work across multiple projectsDemonstrate knowledge of "the big picture" by measuring the impact of discovered issues on end users/clientsClearly prioritize and communicate findings to teamConsistently repeat tests as necessary to validate resultsProactively investigate updates to browsers, devices, operating systems in an effort to ensure requirementsOrganizational Expectations:
Accurately reports weekly time with appropriate level of detailComplete training goals and pass tests as definedEstimate work effort for assigned tasks and meet deadlines
If this is you, please apply!
We are an equal opportunity employer, and as a full-service agency, we greatly value a diverse, multi-cultural mix of voices and perspectives at our workplace, and strongly encourage applications from women, BIPOC, AAPI, LGBTQ+ individuals and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Please note:
At this time, we are not able to sponsor applicants with work visas.
Spectrum is a Platform as a Service Product Customization engine, powering many of today's top brand experiences, such as Carhartt, Microsoft XBOX, Stanley, and JBL. The platform has quickly evolved to become a world-class integration that offers: 3D product visualization, factory integration, a self-supporting admin, and robust analytics.
The Senior QA Engineer plays a critical role in leading and executing testing processes, ensuring the highest quality of our software products. This position works closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, project managers, and 3D designers, to identify test requirements, create test plans, and develop automated test scripts. As a Senior QA Engineer, this role will have a heavy focus on automation to drive the quality strategy, contributing to our goal of delivering reliable, user-friendly products to our customers.
Project Expectations:
Write test plans (manual)Write automated test scriptsTest APIsCompile and evaluate QA resultsManage client interaction regarding all aspects of project QAManage QA scope for project/productManage all QA on projects, interfacing with client to define requirements, plan approach, communicate solutions and risks, and present QA test plans and results, where applicableCreate, maintain and distribute documentationParticipate in scoping sessions for new projects and featuresParticipate in sales calls and meetings, when appropriateQA Proficiency:
Demonstrate advanced proficiency in:Testing web-based platforms (HTML, CSS, DOM, WebGL)Bug reporting with accurate level of details, steps to replicate, device/browser detail, related links and screenshotsJIRA task managementKnow the differences between various browsersLatest mobile & desktop systems, their operating systems & hardware.Write automated scripts (pyTest, Python, Selenium, JavaScript, Watir)Execute API tests using pyTest and Python scripts calling endpoints using RESTConfigure automation server (Jenkins) to run automated tests under defined conditionsQA test plan authoring tools such as Quality Center, qTest, ZephyrAPI testing tools such as Postman and soapUIProfessional Expectations:
Provide mentorship to junior QA staff, offering thoughtful direction and feedbackSeek input from mentors and supervisors and accept offered feedbackApply feedback in an effort to improve performance and code qualityDemonstrate Spectrum's core values of curiosity and adaptabilityMaintain a positive attitudePrioritize work across multiple projectsDemonstrate knowledge of "the big picture" by measuring the impact of discovered issues on end users/clientsClearly prioritize and communicate findings to teamConsistently repeat tests as necessary to validate resultsProactively investigate updates to browsers, devices, operating systems in an effort to ensure requirementsOrganizational Expectations:
Accurately reports weekly time with appropriate level of detailComplete training goals and pass tests as definedEstimate work effort for assigned tasks and meet deadlines
If this is you, please apply!
We are an equal opportunity employer, and as a full-service agency, we greatly value a diverse, multi-cultural mix of voices and perspectives at our workplace, and strongly encourage applications from women, BIPOC, AAPI, LGBTQ+ individuals and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Please note:
At this time, we are not able to sponsor applicants with work visas.