What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software QA Engineer (MV Camera) position at Avacend, Inc.?
Job Title: Software QA Engineer (MV Camera)
Location: Hybrid (must have ability to visit SF office multiple times per week if requested)
Duration: 03 months (with extension possible)
Summary:
• We are the Quality Assurance and Test team responsible for the verification and validation of MV smart cameras.
• Our work spans firmware and cloud domains, focusing on verifying product requirements through hands-on manual testing, leveraging test automation and AI-assisted tools as appropriate.
• This includes designing and executing test plans that uncover edge cases and usability issues that automation alone may miss.
• We engage early with product development teams to build quality into the product from the start and act as advocates for the customer throughout the development lifecycle.
You Will:
• Analyze and verify requirements and technical solutions.
• Design and execute effective manual test plans for MV camera products.
• Identify, log, reproduce, and verify defects, collaborating closely with development for root cause analysis.
• Implement automated tests using scripting languages (e.g., Python or Ruby).
• Document test cases and procedures clearly for handoff and traceability.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support release validation efforts.
You Have:
• Proven ability to identify edge cases, integration issues, and design flaws through hands-on exploratory testing.
• Skilled at anticipating user scenarios beyond documented requirements.
• Strong experience in developing, maintaining, and executing automated tests.
• Proficiency in scripting using at least one language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Ruby)
• Practical knowledge of software testing methodologies, SDLC, and defect lifecycle.
• Familiarity with Linux environments, including basic networking and CLI tools.
• Ability to work independently, communicate clearly, and meet project timelines.
• 5 years of relevant testing and automation experience.