MedStar Health
Software Quality Assurance Engineer
MedStar Health, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Position Summary
An SQA Engineer, under general supervision and following an established process, takes ownership of end-to-end testing of new and existing products. This role is responsible for the creation, maintenance, and execution of test plan and test cases to ensure our products meet requisite functional, technical, and regulatory requirements, and maintain high overall quality. This position works collaboratively to meet organization's quality objectives and assists with continuous improvement initiatives within the organization. Additionally, this role may participate in mentoring Associate SQA Engineers. Ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual; has exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities; possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills; and is able to work collaboratively across teams, in a dynamic fast-paced environment in order to achieve positive results. Essential Job Functions : Work independently on small to mid-scale projects seeking minimal guidance from project lead and/or Senior Engineers
Gather requirements or specifications, and help project lead evaluate test scope, effort, schedule and plan
Develop, conduct reviews and execute test plans and test scripts to effectively test game software and related solutions across multiple platforms
Display proficiency in software test methodologies/ procedures, overall product development lifecycle, as well as key regulatory and functional areas of the product
Adhere to business/ process workflows and closely follow SQA work instructions at all times
Write clear and concise defect logs, and assist in recreating issues and triaging root cause
Track all major issues and assist with escalation as necessary to ensure timely resolution
Participate in software defect triage and SQA Milestone/ hand-off meetings with development
Utilize tools and databases for SQA functions and testing at an expert level
Provide input to the weekly project status report for each assigned project
Provide detailed Completion Report at the end of each project
Actively participate and provide detailed feedback during root cause analysis of escaped defects
Assist project lead with project risk assessment, risk escalation and mitigation
Interface with cross-functional teams effectively to meet organization's quality and time to market KPIs
Other Duties and Responsibilities : Assist the SQA Department on special projects
Participate in department wide Continuous Improvement Initiatives.
Maintain key contacts with upstream organizations that have a direct impact on SQA
Mentor new Associate SQA Engineers on assigned projects
Actively participate in Design Reviews, Code Reviews and Triage meetings
Qualifications
Experience working as SQA, SDET, Software Engineer or combination of education and work experience
Academic and/or working knowledge of Computer Architecture and Hardware
Academic and/or working knowledge of Object-oriented Programming languages
Academic and/or working knowledge of Operating System and Software Application Architecture
Working knowledge of real-time embedded systems and Client/ Server systems
Proficiency in productivity Tools, Databases, and applications commonly used in software industry
Experience with Casino, Online or Console gaming a plus
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science preferred
Required Experience: 2 - 5 years of relevant experience as an SQA, SDET, Software Engineer or equivalent
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Working knowledge or experience with Test Case Management Systems such as qTest
Working knowledge or experience with Issue Management Systems such as JIRA
Working knowledge of Software Development and Test methodologies such as Agile
Knowledge or experience with python scripting language or C# is a plus
Metrics-driven, detail-oriented, organized and focused on delivering quality
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to communicate and collaborate with other team members
Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment
Capable of providing feedback and potential solutions to identified issues
Ability to work with limited or general supervision
Vision: Close vision
Depth perception
Ability to adjust focus
Peripheral vision
Ability to distinguish colors
Physical Requirements: Stand for long periods of time
Extensive time in front of LCD's and Electronic Gaming Machine screens
Repetitive motion to open heavy Electronic Gaming Machine doors
Work Conditions: The ability to move between projects with little notice and the ability to adapt quickly
Overtime and weekend hours may be required to meet project schedules
Limited travel may be required
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Note:
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbent may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above. Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you'd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster. #J-18808-Ljbffr
An SQA Engineer, under general supervision and following an established process, takes ownership of end-to-end testing of new and existing products. This role is responsible for the creation, maintenance, and execution of test plan and test cases to ensure our products meet requisite functional, technical, and regulatory requirements, and maintain high overall quality. This position works collaboratively to meet organization's quality objectives and assists with continuous improvement initiatives within the organization. Additionally, this role may participate in mentoring Associate SQA Engineers. Ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual; has exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities; possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills; and is able to work collaboratively across teams, in a dynamic fast-paced environment in order to achieve positive results. Essential Job Functions : Work independently on small to mid-scale projects seeking minimal guidance from project lead and/or Senior Engineers
Gather requirements or specifications, and help project lead evaluate test scope, effort, schedule and plan
Develop, conduct reviews and execute test plans and test scripts to effectively test game software and related solutions across multiple platforms
Display proficiency in software test methodologies/ procedures, overall product development lifecycle, as well as key regulatory and functional areas of the product
Adhere to business/ process workflows and closely follow SQA work instructions at all times
Write clear and concise defect logs, and assist in recreating issues and triaging root cause
Track all major issues and assist with escalation as necessary to ensure timely resolution
Participate in software defect triage and SQA Milestone/ hand-off meetings with development
Utilize tools and databases for SQA functions and testing at an expert level
Provide input to the weekly project status report for each assigned project
Provide detailed Completion Report at the end of each project
Actively participate and provide detailed feedback during root cause analysis of escaped defects
Assist project lead with project risk assessment, risk escalation and mitigation
Interface with cross-functional teams effectively to meet organization's quality and time to market KPIs
Other Duties and Responsibilities : Assist the SQA Department on special projects
Participate in department wide Continuous Improvement Initiatives.
Maintain key contacts with upstream organizations that have a direct impact on SQA
Mentor new Associate SQA Engineers on assigned projects
Actively participate in Design Reviews, Code Reviews and Triage meetings
Qualifications
Experience working as SQA, SDET, Software Engineer or combination of education and work experience
Academic and/or working knowledge of Computer Architecture and Hardware
Academic and/or working knowledge of Object-oriented Programming languages
Academic and/or working knowledge of Operating System and Software Application Architecture
Working knowledge of real-time embedded systems and Client/ Server systems
Proficiency in productivity Tools, Databases, and applications commonly used in software industry
Experience with Casino, Online or Console gaming a plus
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science preferred
Required Experience: 2 - 5 years of relevant experience as an SQA, SDET, Software Engineer or equivalent
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Working knowledge or experience with Test Case Management Systems such as qTest
Working knowledge or experience with Issue Management Systems such as JIRA
Working knowledge of Software Development and Test methodologies such as Agile
Knowledge or experience with python scripting language or C# is a plus
Metrics-driven, detail-oriented, organized and focused on delivering quality
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to communicate and collaborate with other team members
Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment
Capable of providing feedback and potential solutions to identified issues
Ability to work with limited or general supervision
Vision: Close vision
Depth perception
Ability to adjust focus
Peripheral vision
Ability to distinguish colors
Physical Requirements: Stand for long periods of time
Extensive time in front of LCD's and Electronic Gaming Machine screens
Repetitive motion to open heavy Electronic Gaming Machine doors
Work Conditions: The ability to move between projects with little notice and the ability to adapt quickly
Overtime and weekend hours may be required to meet project schedules
Limited travel may be required
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Note:
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbent may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above. Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you'd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster. #J-18808-Ljbffr