Software QA Test Engineer

Lensa; Bedford (MA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT services is seeking a Software QA Test Engineer in Bedford, MA. The role emphasizes manual testing with some automation, requiring a Bachelor's degree and proficiency in software testing methodologies. This entry-level position offers a competitive hourly rate and benefits, with a focus on collaboration and troubleshooting in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in software and physical device testing.
• Proficient in software testing methodologies, including test plan and test case development.
• Familiarity with defect tracking systems and test case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute test plans and test cases on both simulated and physical robotics systems.
• Identify, document, and track defects in Jira.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Manual testing

Automation testing

Software testing methodologies

Defect tracking

Scripting or programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Jira

TestRail

Linux

Job description

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Actalent is hiring an SQA Test opening. This role is heavily favoring someone with experience in Manual testing that would get more into automation. Automation experience preferably in Python or Bash is preferred. This role will be 85% Manual and 15% Automation.

Description

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1-5 years of experience in software and physical device testing.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficient in software testing methodologies, including test plan and test case development.
• Familiarity with defect tracking systems (e.g., Jira) and test case management systems (e.g., TestRail).
• Practical experience with Linux environment.
• Agile Environment
• Some scripting or programming, such as Python or bash
  
  

Key Responsibilities

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Execute test plans and test cases on both simulated and physical robotics systems.
• Identify, document, and track defects in Jira.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to troubleshoot issues.
• Conduct release testing before new features are delivered to production.
• Utilize scripting or programming languages to automate tests and enhance testing efficiency.
  
  

Experience Level

Entry Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bedford,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] ([e-mail]) for other accommodation options.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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