Software Quality Engineer III

Coppell, TX, United States

At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference.

We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.

Job Description

As a Software Quality Engineer III, you will work with Product Owners, Development teams, Architects, Business Analysts, and System Analysts, Software Engineers to plan, execute the day-to-day quality assurance and testing activities that ensure that ALSAC products meet the quality expected. Responsible for analyzing written requirements, development team analysis, and architecture and design artifacts to plan and execute the necessary testing efforts for assigned projects. Holds development team accountable for quality assurance and testing processes/procedures. Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of the industry's best practices in Quality Assurance, Validation and Testing, and Test Automation.

Essential Job Functions

Lead cross-functional problem-solving teams to drive process and product improvements within your assigned product team and across your platform; use QE methodologies to manage and facilitate issue resolution including root cause investigations and the development, implementation, and monitoring of effective corrective and preventive actions.

Design and implement test automation frameworks for the QA environment.

Drive QA focus and standards as related to Functional and Regression testing.

Analyze business and technical requirements to create test plans.

Create and execute automated and manual test scripts as related to Functional and Regression testing, Mobile Device testing, and cross-browser testing for a range of client, server, and cloud applications.

Identify opportunities for test automation, analyze test runs, document results, and troubleshoot test failures.

Analyze test data and document in test reports, perform technical root-cause analysis of failed test automation, and communicate to the team.

Establish and maintain quality performance metrics for your assigned product team.

Implement and communicate the policies and governance necessary to support the quality assurance components of the software development lifecycle, including ensuring documentation follows high standards of clear communication, accuracy, and precision.

Manage and establish quality systems and processes, inspection plans, quality performance trends, statistical plans, cost estimates, and technical quality plans for proposals.

Knowledge and Skills

Proficient in a range of leading industry test automation and test management tools, preferably Selenium.

Demonstrates a strong understanding of QA processes within the software development lifecycle, and a fundamental understanding of Agile methodologies.

Applies knowledge into daily Quality Assurance efforts while maintaining a sufficient functional knowledge of ALSAC/St. Jude’s internet and intranet applications, third-party software solutions, and proprietary developments.

Industry certifications (CSQA, CMSQ, ISTQB Fundamental, etc.) are preferred.

.NET experience is preferred

Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and critical thinking abilities, as well as strong research and analytical skills.

Must have good time management skills and be self-motivated and willing to work in a fast-paced environment.

Must have the capacity to learn new technologies; understand complex verbal or written instructions; possess the ability to work effectively; must be well organized and able to work in a team environment.

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Quality Assurance/Control, Business, or related field with 5-7 years of experience.

To comply with pay transparency laws, ALSAC is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is an estimate offered in good faith and considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At ALSAC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $113,000 -$123,000.

Benefits & Perks

The following Benefits & Perks apply to Full-Time Roles Only .

We’re dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy life’s special moments. We’re also committed to giving our staff excellent benefits so they can do the same.

Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)

401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution

Exceptional Paid Time Off

Maternity / Paternity Leave

Infertility Treatment Program

Adoption Assistance

Education Assistance

Enterprise Learning and Development

And more

To ensure the health and safety of the children and families at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as well as our donors, volunteers and colleagues, as a condition of employment, we require that employees adhere to ALSAC’s Vaccination Requirements, including COVID-19 Vaccination.

ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer.

ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.

No Search Firms

ALSAC does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All resumes submitted by search firms to any ALSAC employee or ALSAC representative via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without being contacted and approved by our Employee Experience team and without a valid written search agreement in place will result in no fee being paid if a referred candidate is hired by ALSAC.

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