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Job Title: Senior SDET - Manual QA for OTT Applications (SmartTV Platforms)Location: Manhattan Beach, CA (On-site / Hybrid)Employment Type: Contract$70/hr. on C2CDuration- 6 MonthsAbout the RoleWe are seeking a meticulous and hands-on Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to lead manual QA testing efforts for our client's high-performance OTT (Over-the-Top) video streaming applications. The platforms include SmartTVs, Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV, and gaming consoles.You'll work directly with product and engineering teams to validate and ensure a world-class streaming experience for millions of global users consuming premium video content.Note: Candidates must be commutable to Manhattan Beach, CA - this is an onsite/hybrid role.Key Responsibilities Lead and execute manual QA testing for Smart TV and streaming platforms (Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV, Xbox, PlayStation, etc.) Own and evolve the QA strategy, test cases, and test plans across multiple platforms and releases. Identify, log, and track bugs using tools like JIRA, TestRail, or equivalent. Collaborate with developers, product managers, and UI/UX designers to ensure top-tier app performance. Analyze logs, crashes, and error reports for triaging issues quickly and accurately. Perform exploratory, regression, smoke, and functional testing across device platforms. Help maintain a high bar for user experience and app stability. Work closely with offshore QA teams (if applicable) and guide junior testers.Qualifications 5+ years of hands-on QA testing experience, with at least 3 years testing Smart TV or OTT platforms. Deep understanding of manual QA methodologies, test case creation, defect tracking, and platform-specific behaviors. Experience with video streaming, media playback, DRM, and adaptive bitrate streaming (HLS/DASH) is a strong plus. Experience testing apps on Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, Android TV, and/or game consoles. Familiarity with tools like Charles Proxy, adb, Xcode, Android Studio, and console debuggers. Excellent troubleshooting skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and documentation skills. Bonus: Knowledge of automation frameworks (e.g., Appium, WebDriverIO) or scripting (Python/JavaScript) for future test automation.