Software Quality Assurance Engineer I

KNAPP North America; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office in Kennesaw

Health & dental benefits

401k with match

Paid vacation

Profit sharing

Job summary

KNAPP North America seeks a software QA/test engineer to validate warehouse automation software. You will review specs, design and execute test cases, and coordinate with SW commissioning and development teams.

The role involves testing in a mixed Linux/Windows environment, scripting, and cross-product validation. You will train customers, test simulators, and support software deployments at customer sites in the US.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Strong knowledge of C++ or Java development.
• SQL and PL-SQL experience is required.
• Experience with Linux in a mixed Linux/Windows environment.
• Scripting in Bash, Perl, or Python is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review function sheets for software products.
• Create and execute test cases for new developments.
• Lead project meetings with SW Commissioning and Development.
• Integrate test cases into standard test sets for software products.
• Prepare and test software in office or at customer sites (Kennesaw/Atlanta, GA).
• Train and support customers on software and logistics issues.
• Configure simulators and cross-product tests.
• Document tests in a bug-tracking system.

Skills

C++

Java

SQL

PL-SQL

Linux

Scripting (Bash/Python)

Networking basics

WMS/Logistics domain knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Who We Are

KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation.

The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We, more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group across over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented intralogistics industry, are dedicated to making complexity simple.

One of KNAPP’s primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group’s unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions.

What You Get To Do

Test of products/projects

• Review function sheets
• Create test cases for new developments and execute these test cases
• Organize and lead a project meeting with SW Commissioning and Development
• Integrate selected test cases into a standard set of test cases for the respective Software product
• Organize, prepare, and test software in the office (Kennesaw/Atlanta, GA) and/or at customer sites
• Train and support customers on issues related to our software and logistics
• Configure simulator

Cross-Product Tests

• Lead and perform cross-product tests

Reporting

• Document performed tests via test documentation system
• Create anomaly reports in bug tracking system

Tasks for support of Software Commissioning

• Provide technical support including support on technical and process-oriented questions
• Create, maintain, and adapt auto-tests
• Responsible for the roll-out of auto-tests of products to projects
• Maintain and support simulations and sandboxes and test VMs
• Develop and support internal software projects
• Enhance and extend test coverage of functions of a product
• Create test projects and test plans based on standard test cases
• Support the test lead on WMS projects
• Prepare and sometimes, lead customer and employee training
• Continuously update and share technical notes (KDB)

What You Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
• Strong knowledge of C++ or Java development
• SQL and PL-SQL experience is required
• Experience with Linux o Work in a mixed Linux and Windows environment
• Knowledge of one of the following scripting languages is a plus:
• Bash, Perl, or Python
• Solid understanding of network infrastructures
• Knowledge and understanding of logistical workflows and processes
• Knowledge of current software development technologies and design patterns
• Capability to create workflows and processes in written form and sequence diagrams, and to develop and implement accordingly
• Strong knowledge in one of the following fields: o Database development; process development, UI/HMI development
• Knowledge of Knapp software implementation process

Working Conditions and Environment

• Overtime as required by work
• Up to 30% travel, domestic and international
• Ability to travel by air both domestically (US) and internationally (primarily, Austria and other parts of Europe, as well as Canada)
• Professional office etiquette is required at all times
• Physical requirements may include sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, climbing a ladder, speaking, visual acuity, finger dexterity, listening, reaching at arm’s length, and lifting up to 50 pounds

What You Will Get

• 2 remote days per week when in office
• Half day Fridays when in office
• A beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GA
• Industry competitive compensation
• Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
• 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Subsidized Daycare
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Subsidized food delivery
• Monthly celebrations
• Quarterly employee events
• Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteering

KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law.

Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”