Test Technician

Horizontal Talent; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizontal Talent is hiring for an onsite software testing role in Las Vegas focused on vehicle operations. You will support release readiness, investigate issues, and help improve tools and processes for mission‑critical systems.

Responsibilities include testing, data collection, defect management, and transitioning tests to simulation environments while maintaining a safety‑minded, collaborative team culture. Strong communication and documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in complex testing or vehicle testing efforts.
• Experience supporting QA testing for software releases.
• Ability to execute detailed test cases, document outcomes, and report defects accurately.
• Hands-on experience with Jira, Confluence, TestRail, or Azure DevOps.

Responsibilities

• Support software release testing to help confirm quality and deployment readiness.
• Assist with vehicle operations and mission support across a variety of tasks.
• Perform basic software operation activities and help launch software across multiple vehicle devices.
• Verify software and hardware configurations and capture requested data during mission prep.
• Document work clearly and provide written and verbal feedback to engineering partners.
• Analyze logs and test data using internal tools to help identify root causes and trace failures.
• Help manage defects from identification through resolution.
• Prepare targeted test cases for emergency and maintenance releases.
• Contribute to testing and data collection efforts that improve processes and tools.
• Help transition manual in‑vehicle test cases into simulation environments where appropriate.
• Maintain a safety‑focused, collaborative, and open‑communication work style.

Skills

2+ years testing

QA testing for software releases

test case execution

Jira

Confluence

TestRail

Azure DevOps

problem solving

communication

Office/Workspace suite

team collaboration

safety-focused mindset

Tools

Jira

Confluence

TestRail

Azure DevOps

Job description

Join a dynamic team focused on testing and validating software for vehicle operations in a fast-paced, safety-first environment. This onsite role in Las Vegas offers the opportunity to support release readiness, investigate issues, and help improve tools and processes that keep mission‑critical systems running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Support software release testing to help confirm quality and deployment readiness
• Assist with vehicle operations and mission support across a variety of tasks
• Perform basic software operation activities and help launch software across multiple vehicle devices
• Verify software and hardware configurations and capture requested data during mission prep
• Document work clearly and provide written and verbal feedback to engineering partners
• Analyze logs and test data using internal tools to help identify root causes and trace failures
• Help manage defects from identification through resolution
• Prepare targeted test cases for emergency and maintenance releases
• Contribute to testing and data collection efforts that improve processes and tools
• Help transition manual in‑vehicle test cases into simulation environments where appropriate
• Maintain a safety‑focused, collaborative, and open‑communication work style

Skills

• At least 2 years of experience running complex testing or vehicle testing efforts
• Experience supporting QA testing for software releases
• Ability to execute detailed test cases, document outcomes, and report defects accurately
• Hands‑on experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, TestRail, or Azure DevOps
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to stay effective in high‑pressure situations
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• A proactive, resourceful, and get‑it‑done mindset
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Commitment to safety, quality, and thorough documentation

Preferred Skills

• Python or other scripting/programming experience
• Familiarity with communication buses such as CAN or Ethernet
• Experience writing test cases for release, maintenance, or emergency workflows
• Comfort working with simulation environments
• Experience using in‑house tools for log analysis or test data review

Horizontal is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates who share a respect for equity, collaboration, and continuous improvement as part of a supportive team culture.

For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. The pay range for this role is $22 - $44 per hour based on qualifications and experience.