Senior Software Quality Assurance Engineer | Red Cell Partners | Remote (United States)

<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">About Us</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">Red Cell Partners is an incubation firm building and investing in rapidly scalable technology-led companies that are bringing revolutionary advancements to market in three distinct practice areas: healthcare, cyber, and national security. United by a shared sense of duty and deep belief in the power of innovation, Red Cell is developing powerful tools and solutions to address our Nation’s most pressing problems.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">About DEFCON AI</strong></p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">DEFCON AI, an insights company, is developing a next-generation modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&amp;A) toolset tailored for mobility and logistics operations across various environments. Leveraging our extensive expertise in artificial intelligence (AI), mathematical optimization, analytics, and world-class software engineering, we are poised to revolutionize the industry. Our technology, accompanied by a diverse array of optimization algorithms, empowers planners and leaders to formulate strategies for mobility, sustainment, and logistics operations, and equips them with tools to visualize, assess, and mitigate the potential impacts of disruptions.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Overview:</strong></p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">We are seeking a Senior Software Quality Assurance Engineer III to enhance our team, focusing on software test automation. This position necessitates a wealth of expertise in automated and manual testing, along with a profound comprehension of cloud-based technologies. The perfect candidate will boast a solid history in Agile development settings, with expertise in formulating and implementing sophisticated test automation approaches to guarantee top-notch software quality and dependability.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Test Strategy &amp; Planning:</strong></p>
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Design, develop, and implement thorough test plans and cases in line with project requirements and business objectives.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Partner with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure comprehensive testing of features and functionalities.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Identify risk areas and prioritize testing efforts to ensure critical functionalities are thoroughly tested.</span></li>
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<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Automation Testing:</strong></p>
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using industry-standard tools such as Selenium, Cypress, and TestNG.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Champion the creation and integration of automated testing frameworks for repetitive and regression tests in cloud environments, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline to ensure consistent execution and prompt feedback.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Continuously assess and refine automation tests to maximize coverage and reliability.</span></li>
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<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Manual Testing:</strong></p>
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Perform detailed manual testing of new features, including regression and exploratory testing, to detect defects.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Test across various environments (development, staging, production) to ensure a seamless user experience.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Log, track, and manage defects efficiently, collaborating with developers for timely resolution.</span></li>
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<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Agile Workflow &amp; Collaboration:</strong></p>
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Engage actively in Agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Work closely with Agile teams to integrate QA activities throughout the development lifecycle.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Provide ongoing feedback to developers and product owners, advocating for quality at every stage.</span></li>
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<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Process Improvement &amp; Best Practices:</strong></p>
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Lead efforts to enhance QA processes, including adopting new tools, techniques, and best practices.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Mentor junior QA engineers, offering guidance on both manual and automated testing best practices.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Contribute to the development and upkeep of QA documentation, including test plans, cases, and reports.</span></li>
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<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Reporting, Quality Metrics, KPIs &amp; Metrics:</strong></p>
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Prepare comprehensive reports on test results, including coverage, defect density, and test case effectiveness.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Utilize metrics to evaluate QA process effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Communicate testing progress, issues, and risks to project stakeholders.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to reflect the effectiveness of QA processes and drive continuous improvement.</span></li>
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<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Qualifications:</strong></p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Experience:</strong></p>
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">At least 10 years of experience in software quality assurance, with a minimum of 4 years in a leadership role managing 5 or more people.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Strong expertise in software QA methodologies, tools, and processes, particularly in cloud-based environments with automated testing.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Experience with cloud services.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Proficiency with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Selenium or Cypress.</span></li>
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<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Technical Skills:</strong></p>
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript).</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Experience with CI/CD tools.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Familiarity with test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail) and version control systems (e.g., Git).</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and processes.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Experience with cross-browser testing tools and techniques to ensure application compatibility across different browsers and devices</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Knowledge of performance testing tools such as JMeter, LoadRunner, or Gatling.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, SoapUI, REST Assured) and techniques.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Familiarity with security testing practices and tools (e.g., OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite).</span></li>
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<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Soft Skills:</strong></p>
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<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Strong analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically about quality assurance challenges.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.</span></li>
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<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Salary Range:</strong> $140,000-$165,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience, skills, and other factors.</p>
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