Sr. Software Quality Engineer - Kohler Ventures - (req66101)

Sterling Kohler; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Software Quality Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality software development. This innovative firm is dedicated to enhancing user experiences through cutting-edge technology and design. As part of a dynamic team, you will lead quality assurance initiatives, implement test automation, and collaborate closely with engineering and product teams. With a focus on both software and hardware testing, you will help shape the future of digital businesses that empower consumers. If you are passionate about quality and innovation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Performance Bonus

Special Project Incentive

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a Software QA Engineer with mobile focus.
• Proficient in test automation and various testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance efforts throughout the development lifecycle.
• Establish best practices for testing and increase test coverage.

Skills

Software Quality Assurance

Test Automation

Functional Testing

Regression Testing

End-to-End Testing

Mobile Testing

Python

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Engineering Degree

Tools

Appium

Espresso

XCUI

Job description

Sr. Software Quality Engineer - Kohler Ventures

Work Mode: Hybrid

Location: Hybrid, 3 days/week onsite in Palo Alto, CA or NYC

Opportunity

Kohler Ventures is an independent company wholly owned by Kohler Co., a global leader in the manufacture of kitchen and bath products, tile and home interiors, and an international host to award-winning hospitality and world-class golf destinations. Our mission is to build new digital businesses that empower consumers to lead healthier lives. We explore how familiar experiences can be enhanced and innovations developed through the integration of leading-edge technology, science, and design. Come join us as we build a best-in-class global multi-disciplinary team across artificial intelligence, machine learning, design, advanced software and hardware engineering, strategy, venture investments, sales, marketing, and partnerships.

In your role as Senior Software QA Engineer at Kohler Ventures you will:

1. Work directly with the Head of Software, software/hardware engineering team, and product teams.
2. Build the forward-looking vision and lead the effort to ensure the entire development lifecycle takes a quality first approach.
3. Help deploy and integrate test automation into the CI/CD pipeline.
4. Establish testing patterns, best practices, and increase test coverage (in partnership with engineers).
5. Conduct technical reviews for new features and identify quality concerns.
6. Participate in various scrum meetings to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, estimates or potential problems.

Skills/Requirements

Required Qualifications

1. You hold a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
2. 5+ years of experience as a Software QA Engineer, at least 3 years in mobile.
3. Experience with functional, regression, and end to end testing.
4. Experience with some of test automation tools/frameworks such as Appium, Espresso or XCUI.
5. Experience validating iOS, Android, or embedded firmware for IoT devices.
6. Ability to translate business requirements into test plan and develop test automations at all layers.
7. Minimal travel both domestic and international as needed.
8. Availability to work outside of standard business hours to collaborate with teams and vendors across multiple time zones.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Knowledge in software and hardware/firmware and information security for cloud and IoT devices.
2. Experience in development using script programming language, Python is preferred.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The approved base salary range for this position is $114,500 - $145,450. The actual base salary offered to a candidate may be higher than the approved range. This will vary depending on a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. This position is subject to Area Salary Differential (Cost of Living Adjustment) that ranges from 16% of base salary for the NYC metro area. The approved base salary range including ASD for this position is $132,820 - $168,722 depending on location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus and a special project incentive. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision and 401k.

Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us
It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail]. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.