Sr Specialist Quality Assurance

AT&T; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 87,200 - 130,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Employee discounts up to 50% off

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to ensure high-quality software for broadband gateways. You will work in an Agile environment conducting development testing, writing test plans, and closely collaborating with the development team. Successful candidates will be proficient in Python and have experience with test equipment and embedded Linux devices. Competitive salary offered, alongside comprehensive benefits including health coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python programming language.
• Experience with test equipment and protocols.
• Good understanding of broadband and mobility networks.
• Experience with embedded Linux devices and software development.
• Ability to work well in high stress environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct development testing for new features in an Agile development environment.
• Create test plans, write automations, and execute testing.
• Work closely with the development team to validate software functionality.
• Characterize the before and after functionality of new software changes.

Job description

Job Description

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered. Join a strategic initiative to transform our broadband device software development organization. As a Quality Assurance Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, innovative software for the next generation of broadband gateways serving 15 million+ customers. You will leverage your expertise in development testing to drive technical excellence, implement advanced testing methodologies—including AI-driven approaches—and uphold a quality-first mindset throughout the software lifecycle. Your dedication to thorough validation and continuous improvement will help set our products apart in a highly competitive market and contribute to the success of industry-leading solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct development testing for new features in an Agile development environment.
• Create test plans, write automations, and execute testing on daily check-ins and new features prior to handing off to end certification lab.
• Work closely with the development team to validate software functionality and stability.
• Characterize the before and after functionality of new software changes looking for different behaviors or a change in resource usage.
• Validate documentation provided for new features.
• Provide and manage development CPE, connected to network equipment for development.

What You’ll Need

• Proficient in Python programming language.
• Experience with test equipment and protocols including Spirent Octobox, Viavi TestCenter, Viavi Cyberflood, iPerf, Robot Test Framework.
• Good understanding of broadband and mobility networks.
• Experience with embedded Linux devices and software development.
• Interested in ongoing development and learning new technologies.
• Works well in high stress environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using AI to implement test plans and automation.
• Understanding of programming languages including C.
• Understanding of home networks and associated technologies.
• Experience with device certification and performance testing.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but unprotected.
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and accidental death insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories
• AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone.

Salary Range

$87,200 - $130,800 USD annually

Weekly Hours

40 hours per week

Time Type

Regular

Location

Dallas, Texas

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.