QA Manual with mobile testing

As a Quality Assurance Engineer for Guitar Center, you will create and execute detailed test cases for our internal and external web applications. You will assist other QA engineers and developers to identify software defects and test fixes. The right candidate should be ready to multitask across diverse environments. You should be ready to demonstrate an understanding of client/server system architecture and SQL.

The QA Engineer is responsible for assisting in all QA activities related to the project in coordination with the QA Lead and relevant project teams/vendors. This position will be based in Westlake Village CA.

Major responsibilities of the position are listed below. Other duties, assignments and specific projects may be assigned at the discretion of management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In coordination with the QA Lead(s) and project team (both on shore and off shore), this position is responsible for execution of all QA activities specific to their area of focus. These activities include executing test cases, managing product test coverage, product defect management, and providing maintenance support activity relevant to products they release to production.

· Create detailed test cases and complete test case review for other team members.

Maintain a high level of situational awareness regarding all activities relevant to meeting project schedules, production system service levels, and providing regular status updates to QA management and relevant stakeholders. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Mathematics or equivalent experience.

· 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance and/or software development.

· Must have experience participating in QA implementations of complex applications with multiple integration points.

· Must have familiarity with Unix, Mac and Windows operating systems

· Must have capacity to work as both a team member and independent contributor who can adjust to changing priorities while maintaining productivity.

· Must have experience creating detailed test cases that cover all positive, negative and edge case scenarios.

· Must be proficient in creating and executing SQL queries. 

· Must have experience with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, MS Project, Visio, etc).

Must have experience with industry leading bug and test case management systems (JIRA, Spira etc.).

· Must have excellent communications skills (written and verbal), analytical and problem solving skills and be comfortable leading meetings as needed.

· Must have experience with QA and PMO methodologies including functional testing, integration testing, Waterfall, Agile/Scrum etc.

· Must have confidence to participate and contribute in a fast pace and technologically diverse development environment.

· Prefer to have experience working with an on-shore / off-shore model.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. 

Excellent prioritization and organizational skills.

Excellent test planning, and time management skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with all staff levels in the company and with clients/vendors.

Availability to lead or participate in off hours calls for coordination with the off shore team as needed.

Ability to identify complex problems and effectively document and communicate them to the engineering team.

Ability to represent the company in a professional and positive manner and promote company values.

Shilpa Sood,

Technical Recruiter,

Tel: 510 254 3300 Ext 183.

42808 Christy Street 216, Fremont, CA - 94538 | USA