Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The software QA engineer ensures high-quality software delivery by planning, implementing, and automating quality assurance testing. Responsibilities include developing test plans, creating test cases, writing test automation code, and reporting results.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are on the lookout for a detail-oriented Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an analytical thinker and have a keen eye for detail. Experience implementing automated testing across the entire development stack is desirable, including front-end, server side, and end-to-end testing. The candidate should enjoy working as part of a close-knit team to ensure software products meet the highest standards of quality, usability, and reliability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plan and implement testing (e.g., regression, functional, data validation, system integration, load, or performance tests) for new and existing functionality


• Work closely with development teams, including participation in product design, to plan testing strategies and integrate testing into the development process


• Plan, create, execute, and automate test cases, working with business partners, developers, and other stakeholders


• Document and analyze test results, recommend corrective action, and communicate steps to reproduce behavior


• Isolate, reproduce, manage, and maintain defects and test case databases, and verify fixes


• Support user acceptance testing conducted by business partners or end users


• Conduct exploratory testing and risk analysis for complex features, e.g., those that span across platforms or teams


• Identify opportunities to reduce testing time and effort by automating repeatable tests


• Enhance and maintain the test automation framework


• Understand and apply automated testing approaches such as model-based testing or record-and-replay


• Research, recommend, and implement new testing technologies and practices, such as incorporating machine learning. Define and champion quality and testing best practices among development teams


• Collaborate and share information with developers and other software QA engineers


• Understand product requirements and review test plans to ensure comprehensive coverage

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience


• 3+ years of quality assurance testing experience


• Software development experience. Proficiency in Java and JavaScript


• Experience writing test automation scripts


• Experience with SQL


• Experience designing and implementing test plans


• Experience with test management tools (e.g., TestRail, XRay, Qtest, Quality Center)


• Experience with test automation frameworks (Selenium, Postman, Karma, Cypress, Puppeteer, etc)


• Experience with application performance monitoring and observability tools


• Attention to detail and ability to identify, isolate and document defects


• Strong knowledge of agile practices and experience with agile planning tools (e.g., Jira)


• Effective verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences


• Collaboration skills and ability to work on a team


• Adaptability and willingness to learn


• Background in financial services or insurance industry preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Standard office environment with regular telephone communication, computer operation, and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy and printer machine


• Occasionally moving and positioning supplies in excess of 20 pounds

HYBRID WORK OPTION

• Opportunity to work from home up to three days per week. Eligibility dependent upon factors detailed in PERA's Work from Home Policy.

JOB DESCRIPTION DISCLAIMER:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of an employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned with or without notice.

Unfortunately, at this time, we cannot consider candidates that require sponsorship (now or in the future) or are located outside of the US.

All Colorado PERA employees are subject to PERA’s Ethics Policy, and some employees are subject to the Personal Trading Policy. These policies include restrictions on outside business activities and employment and have certain requirements on personal trading.  You may request copies of these policies from PERA’s talent acquisition team and any questions can be answered by PERA’s Investment Administration team.

INTERESTED CANDIDATES
Complete the employment application online at www.copera.org/careers. Have copies of your resume and cover letter available to upload. As part of the online application, you will be asked for a response to the following questions.

1. Can you explain the difference between white-box and black-box testing? Which do you think is more effective, and why?


2. Describe a time when you implemented a significant improvement to a QA process. What was the situation, and what was the outcome?


3. Why are you interested in this role, and what makes you a good fit for our team?


4. Can you describe an ideal work environment or culture that you think would allow you to excel?


5. How do you manage and organize your test cases, data, and results?

ABOUT COLORADO PERA

Looking for a career where you can make a difference? Colorado PERA offers benefit services to public employees across Colorado, including teachers, state troopers, snowplow drivers, correctional officers and many others who provide valuable services. As Colorado’s largest pension plan, we serve and educate over 600,000 members who are former and current public employees. 

At PERA you will earn more than a paycheck. PERA is a culture where you can grow your potential and work in an inclusive environment, where diverse perspectives are valued. We hire exceptional employees and recognize that our people are our best asset. Not only do we make sound investments for our members, PERA invests in our employees’ growth through training and leadership opportunities.

To promote wellbeing, we offer hybrid or flexible working options for most roles and a total rewards and benefit program including health, dental and vision coverage - eligibility starts the first day of the month following the date of hire for most plans; generous paid time off and volunteer hours; pension and retirement plans, including PERA’s defined benefit plan, 457 defined contribution plan, and 401(k) employer match, as applicable; tuition assistance; free, convenient on-site parking or RTD subsidy; free on-site fitness center to stay active; employee assistance program; training, leadership and mentoring programs and more. PERA is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer.

To learn more about life at PERA, watch this video or visit www.copera.org/careers.

Position Title: Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer
Division: Application Development
Reports to: Application Development Team Manager
Job Status: Full Time, Exempt
Salary: $100,000 - 124,000 Annually, Commensurate with experience
Posting Dates: 04/05/2024 to 04/21/2024

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