Software Quality Assurance Engineer 1

Software Quality Assurance Engineer 1 Description - Job Summary • This role is responsible for maintaining the quality, reliability, and performance of software applications throughout the development lifecycle. The role identifies and rectifies defects, ensures adherence to established quality standards, and contributes to the overall improvement of the software development process. The role involves various activities aimed at preventing and detecting issues, thereby enhancing the end user experience. The role creates and executes comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on project specifications. Responsibilities • Executes established test plans and protocols for assigned portions of code for end-user applications, systems software, and firmware running on hardware, local, networked, and Internet- based platforms; identifies, logs, and debugs assigned issues. • Codes and programs test scripts, automation, and integration activities based on specific test requirements. • Conducts functional, integration, regression, and performance testing to validate software functionality. • Automates testing processes using appropriate tools and frameworks to improve efficiency and repeatability. • Monitors and enforces adherence to established coding standards, design guidelines, and best practices. • Monitors software performance and conducts load and stress testing to identify bottlenecks and performance issues. • Prepares and maintains QA-related documentation, including test plans, test matrices, and testing reports. • Develops understanding of and relationship with internal and outsourced development partners on software applications design and development. • Participates as a member of project team of other software quality assurance engineers to develop reliable, cost effective and high quality solutions for low to moderately-complex products. • Supports priority projects with direction, maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders and sharing information via standardized reports. Education & Experience Recommended • Four-year Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence. • Typically has 0-2 years of work experience, preferably in software quality assurance, test harnesses and QA focused tools, or a related field. Preferred Certifications • Certified Software Quality Engineer • Certified Associate in Software Quality (CASQ) • Certified Software Test Engineer (CSTE) Knowledge & Skills • Agile Methodology • Application Programming Interface (API) • Automation • CI/CD • Computer Science • Debugging • Java (Programming Language) • Jenkins • JIRA • Python (Programming Language) • Scripting • Scrum (Software Development) • Selenium (Software) • Software Development • Software Engineering • Software Quality (SQA/SQC) • Software Testing • SQL (Programming Language) • Test Automation • Test Planning Cross-Org Skills • Effective Communication • Results Orientation • Learning Agility • Digital Fluency • Customer Centricity Impact & Scope • Impacts own work and acts as a team member by providing information, analysis, and recommendations in support of team efforts. Complexity • Learns to apply basic theories and concepts to work tasks. Disclaimer • This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management. The pay range for this role is $59,350 to $89,600 USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Benefits: HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including: Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Long term/short term disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Life insurance Generous time off policies, including; 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure 11 paid holidays Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave ( US benefits overview ) The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Job - Software Schedule - Full time Shift - No shift premium (United States of America) Travel - No Relocation - No Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) - HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s). Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence. 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