Software Quality Assurance (QA) Tester at Futurex Bulverde, TX

Futurex; Bulverde (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement plan with employer match

Tennis court and jogging trail access

Recognized as one of San Antonio’s Best Places to Work

Job summary

Futurex is seeking a Software Quality Assurance (QA) Tester at its Engineering Campus in Bulverde, TX. This on-site position involves testing software on production environments and offers significant visibility and rapid advancement opportunities.

Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and be comfortable with Linux and testing methodologies. The role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and the ability to document testing processes. Futurex offers a competitive compensation package and a culturally rich work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to test programs and systems based on defined requirements.
• Prepare test specifications and write new test cases.
• Interpret technical information relating to software behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Test and troubleshoot software and firmware developed for Futurex’s line of applications.
• Develop new tests validating features and identifying security weak points.
• Write and maintain testing documentation on API functionality.

Skills

Testing software

Documentation

Communication

SQL

Linux

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Bash

Python

Version control (Git/Subversion)

Job description

Software Quality Assurance (QA) Tester job at Futurex. Bulverde, TX.

This position is for a QA tester. More experienced candidates are encouraged to apply for the SDET position.

Futurex is seeking talented individuals with a passion for testing software for the role of Software Quality Assurance (QA) Tester. This position is on-site at Futurex’s Engineering Campus in Bulverde, 15 miles north of San Antonio, Texas.

This on-site role offers an opportunity for candidates to expand their talents by participating directly in the testing of production software operating on Futurex’s enterprise-grade data encryption hardware. Individual visibility within the team is high, and opportunities for rapid advancement exist. All levels of Futurex QA testers work directly with products using manual testing procedures in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment on products with a rapid time to market.

Qualified candidates possess the ability to test programs and systems based on defined requirements, to prepare test specifications, to write new test cases, to interpret technical information relating to software behaviors, and to communicate effectively. The position involves testing and extending both existing and new applications, as well as documenting methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Test and troubleshoot software and firmware developed for Futurex’s line of applications and/or cryptographic devices and report conclusions in a clear and concise manner.
• Develop new tests that validate new features, verify issue resolution, perform stress tests, and identify security weak points.
• Consult with team members to develop, understand, and update requirements for product features.
• Write and maintain testing documentation on subjects including API functionality and software issue creation/resolution.
• Maintain confidentiality of information being processed, stored, or accessed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in any field. Computer Science (CS), Computer Information Systems (CIS), Electrical Engineering Technology (EET), or Electronics & Computer Technology (ECT) is preferred.
• Comfortable with Linux and Bash (SysV and systemd).
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking.

Strongly Preferred Experience

• SQL experience and basic understanding of relational databases.
• Familiarity with automated and manual software testing tools and frameworks.
• Intermediate proficiency with Python (version 3 preferred).
• Experience with version control software such as Git or Subversion.

Benefits

• A key role in production-level software projects working directly on cutting‑edge encryption technology with a fast time to market.
• Competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement.
• Scenic corporate campus with amenities including a tennis court, jogging trail, and putting green.
• Welcoming, family‑style corporate culture uniquely suited to fast‑paced, entrepreneurial, and motivated individuals.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and short/long‑term disability insurance.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution match.
• One of San Antonio’s "Best Places to Work" for nine consecutive years.