Software Test Engineer

Groupe Kardol; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health care

401k match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Rockford Fosgate, a Tempe-based audio solutions provider, seeks a Senior Automation & Mobile QA Engineer. The role focuses on mobile test planning, automation infrastructure, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality software releases.

You will build and maintain automated test suites, lead QA best practices, and work with React Native, SQL, Python, C#, Java, and related tech in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Automation experience with Selenium/TestMo/X-ray.
• UI and compatibility testing across mobile/desktop.
• Mobile testing for iOS/Android.
• SQL/NoSQL data querying and data integrity checks.
• Defect tracking and clear communication.
• Strong verbal and written English skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute mobile test plans for iOS and Android.
• Architect testing pathways from business requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers to improve testability.
• Troubleshoot using SQL queries and internal tools.
• Monitor performance and stability with dashboards.
• Lead end-to-end automation framework and CI/CD integration.
• Define standards for QA tooling and processes.
• Architect automated suites for functional, regression, load, and stress testing.
• Coordinate testing across releases and manage timelines.

Skills

Automation testing

UI testing

SQL/NoSQL queries

English communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/IS

Tools

Selenium

TestMo

X-ray

Appium

CI/CD tooling

Job description

We are a customer focused provider of audio solutions. We exceed users' expectations with well thought out design, integration, and service. Our purpose-built products meet our customers where they are at, enhancing their moment with a powerful experience through music.

Job Title: Software Test Engineer Job Location: Tempe, AZ (100% Onsite)

The Rockford Fosgate technology team is a world-class group of technology enthusiasts passionate about implementing the mission and vision behind our products. We are avid practitioners of the Agile SCRUM framework, live for cutting-edge technology, love to develop and create scalable, mobile applications and solutions, and try to always think like owners.

We are currently seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and inspired technologist for the role of Senior Automation & Mobile QA Engineer. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented team player with a broad technology background who can collaboratively contribute with the support and engineering teams to solve complex technical problems. This is a great opportunity to build new skills in React Native, SQL, Python, C#, Java, and other technologies while working in an exciting, established environment with a startup-like approach to problem solving alongside a dedicated and experienced team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive mobile test plans, test scripts, and test cases for iOS and Android applications across a range of devices and OS versions
• Architect testing pathways, user stories, and test cases derived from business requirements, driving functional, unit, regression, performance, and all standardized testing practices
• Work closely with software engineers, system engineers, and less-technical team members to troubleshoot, solve problems, and clarify business requirements for optimal testability and consistency
• Use SQL queries and Rockford Fosgate's internal tools to troubleshoot technical problems and manage inventory data ingestion within mobile workflows
• Monitor and analyze mobile application performance, stability, and compatibility using third‑party dashboards and crash‑reporting tools
• Prepare and maintain documentation supporting mobile testing procedures, policies, and processes
• Provide world‑class support to internal and external clients by clearly communicating defect findings and resolution timelines
• Own and lead the design, build, and maintenance of the end‑to‑end automation testing infrastructure, including CI/CD pipeline integration, test environment provisioning, and automated gating for mobile build releases
• Define and enforce automation frameworks, tooling standards, and best practice QA processes across the engineering team, ensuring consistency, scalability, and long‑term maintainability
• Architect and implement automated test suites covering functional, regression, performance, load, and stress scenarios — driving continuous quality improvement with minimal manual intervention
• Collaborate with project and engineering managers to synchronize, organize, and oversee testing activities across all project releases, serving as the senior QA authority on automation strategy and delivery timelines
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and integration of automation tools and platforms (Selenium, Appium, TestMo, X‑ray, or similar) to establish a robust, scalable QA infrastructure
• Support and enhance mobile and web technologies written in React Native, C#, Java, and JavaScript with an automation‑first mindset

Required Skills / Qualifications

• One of the following: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field; advanced technical education from a recognized program; or demonstrated technical knowledge and equivalent work experience
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills with experience investigating complex technical problems in a fast‑paced environment
• Automation (Selenium / TestMo / X‑ray) experience
• Test scripting, regression, and negative testing experience
• UI and compatibility testing experience
• Mobile (iOS & Android) testing experience
• Data interface and migration testing experience
• Performance, load, and stress testing experience
• Defect and bug tracking experience
• Experience querying data with SQL/NoSQL or similar database technologies
• Familiarity with NoSQL technologies and mobile development testing frameworks
• Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio Code or other industry‑standard IDEs
• Proactive and analytical thinking with the ability to prioritize competing tasks
• Excellent written and oral English communication skills
• Self‑starter comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment

Desired Skills (Optional)

• Experience working with software development and client support teams
• Experience with Python or other programming and scripting languages
• Experience with Jira and/or Azure DevOps
• Experience with Selenium or other automation testing suites
• Experience writing technical documentation, including system diagrams and how‑to articles
• Entrepreneurial mindset and/or prior audio industry experience
• Automotive audio and sound engineering experience

About Rockford & Benefits

Rockford Fosgate is an equal opportunity employer located in Tempe, Arizona. Join us and thrive in a dynamic office environment where your contributions truly make a difference. Enjoy the benefits of flexibility, competitive pay, affordable healthcare, a 401k match, and a pathway for growth.