Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Posted Today by Randstad Digital

Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
Remote or San Francisco, California

Summary: Randstad Digital is looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer to verify and validate MV smart cameras through manual testing and automation. The role involves designing test plans, identifying defects, and collaborating with development teams to ensure product quality from the outset. The engineer will also utilize AI-assisted tools and engage in hands-on testing to uncover usability issues. This position is contract-based and allows for remote work.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and verify requirements and technical solutions.
  • Design and execute effective manual test plans for MV camera products.
  • Identify, log, reproduce, and verify defects, collaborating closely with development for root cause analysis.
  • Implement automated tests using scripting languages (e.g., Python or Ruby).
  • Document test cases and procedures clearly for handoff and traceability.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to support release validation efforts.

Key Skills:

  • Proven ability to identify edge cases, integration issues, and design flaws through hands-on exploratory testing.
  • Skilled at anticipating user scenarios beyond documented requirements.
  • Strong experience in developing, maintaining, and executing automated tests.
  • Proficiency in scripting using at least one language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Ruby).
  • Practical knowledge of software testing methodologies, SDLC, and defect lifecycle.
  • Familiarity with Linux environments, including basic networking and CLI tools.
  • Ability to work independently, communicate clearly, and meet project timelines.
  • 5+ years of relevant testing and automation experience.

Salary (Rate): £35.00 hourly

City: San Francisco

Country: United States

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Randstad Digital is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer responsible for the verification and validation of MV smart cameras. Our work spans firmware and cloud domains, focusing on verifying product requirements through hands-on manual testing, leveraging test automation and AI-assisted tools as appropriate. This includes designing and executing test plans that uncover edge cases and usability issues that automation alone may miss. We engage early with product development teams to build quality into the product from the start and act as advocates for the customer throughout the development lifecycle.


location: Telecommute


job type: Contract


salary: $35.45 - 45.45 per hour


work hours: 8am to 5pm


education: No Degree Required


responsibilities:


Analyze and verify requirements and technical solutions.


Design and execute effective manual test plans for MV camera products.


Identify, log, reproduce, and verify defects, collaborating closely with development for root cause analysis.


Implement automated tests using scripting languages (e.g., Python or Ruby).


Document test cases and procedures clearly for handoff and traceability.


Collaborate with internal teams to support release validation efforts.


qualifications:


Proven ability to identify edge cases, integration issues, and design flaws through hands-on exploratory testing.


Skilled at anticipating user scenarios beyond documented requirements.


Strong experience in developing, maintaining, and executing automated tests.


Proficiency in scripting using at least one language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Ruby)


Practical knowledge of software testing methodologies, SDLC, and defect lifecycle.


Familiarity with Linux environments, including basic networking and CLI tools.


Ability to work independently, communicate clearly, and meet project timelines.


5+ years of relevant testing and automation experience.


Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.


At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact


Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).


This posting is open for thirty (30) days.


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