QA Analyst

Autodesk, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Autodesk seeks a passionate Quality Assurance Analyst to join the Autodesk Flow team. In this role, you will develop and execute product tests to ensure high-quality solutions while working closely with software developers in the visual effects and games domain.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual cash bonuses

Stock grants

Qualifications

• 3 to 8 years' experience in a production environment using products like Maya.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Experience contributing to quality assurance in software development.

Responsibilities

• Analyze feature specifications to create or improve test cases.
• Test product workflows to discover defects.
• Log defects and participate in team meetings throughout the development lifecycle.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Technical troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Education

Experience with Maya, 3ds Max or other 3D packages

Experience with computer programming or scripting (Mel, Python, C++)

Tools

Windows

Mac OSX

Linux

Job description

time type Full time

posted on Posted Yesterday

job requisition id 25WD89811

Job Requisition ID #

Job Requisition ID #

25WD89811

Position Overview

We seek an enthusiastic Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst to join the Autodesk flow team. Autodesk Flow will connect people, workflows, and data across the media and entertainment production pipeline for faster content creation in the cloud.

The successful candidate will be responsible for working closely with an experienced team of colleagues to develop and execute product tests. Testing will be used to inform development and design activities, ensuring we are developing high-quality solutions that will delight our customers. Candidates should be passionate about developing applications for visual effects and games, be detail-oriented, be curious to understand complex applications from different viewpoints, and have the ability to clearly communicate in English on technical issues.

Take this opportunity to be part of the world class team developing Maya - the most powerful modelling, animation, and rendering software package. By joining the Maya team, you will become an active contributor to the success of this industry-leading digital content creation package.

Responsibilities

• Analyze new feature specifications to create test cases or to supplement/improve existing tests

• Test product workflows to discover defects in product features

• Reproduce, isolate and confirm reported defects

• Work with software developers and other stakeholders to prioritize and fix issues

• Validate the behavior of software on a variety of operating systems and hardware

• Log defects for tracking and reporting

• Actively participate in team meetings throughout the development life cycle

• Simulate production testing scenarios

• Contribute to the development of automated tests

• Participate in various product release activities

Minimum Qualifications

• 3 to 8 years’ experience using product such as Maya, 3ds Max or other 3D packages, in production

• Clear verbal and written English communication skills

• Experience working on Windows, Mac OSX, and Linux

• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work well in a cross-functional team environment

• Keen eye for detail, meticulous and analytically minded

• Strong technical troubleshooting skills

• Analytical advisor role that requires understanding of the theories and concepts of a discipline and the ability to apply best practices

• A common career stabilization point (AKA the “full-contributor” level) for Professional roles

• Require knowledge and experience such that the incumbent can understand the full range of relevant principles, practices, and practical applications within their discipline

• Solve complex problems of diverse scope by taking a new perspective on existing solutions and applying knowledge of best practices in practical situations

• Use data analysis, judgment, and interpretation to select the right course of action

• Apply creativity in recommending variations in approach

• “Connect the dots” of assignments to the bigger picture

• May lead projects or key elements within a broader project

• May also have accountability for leading and improving on-going processes

• Build effective relationships with more senior practitioners and peers, and build a network of external peers

• Work independently, with close guidance given at critical points

• May begin to act as a mentor or resource for colleagues with less experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Desktop products

• Experience with web and cloud applications

• Experience with computer programming or scripting (Mel, Python, C++)

• Familiarity with Software Development Life Cycle

• Familiarity with agile software development practices

• Experience in quality assurance

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About Autodesk

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.

When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

Salary transparency

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Shape the world, shape your future

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.

When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!