👋 Greetings, future tech savant:
Embark on a vital journey into the realm of quality assurance with 3Pillar! We extend an invitation for you to join our team and gear up for a crucial mission. At 3Pillar, our commitment is to ensuring the highest quality in cutting-edge technologies that revolutionize industries. As a QA Engineer, you'll play an indispensable role in our dynamic team, ensuring that our innovative projects—whether they're redefining urban living, establishing new media channels for enterprise companies, or driving innovation in healthcare—meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. This opportunity goes beyond traditional testing; it's about being a guardian of excellence and a catalyst for delivering flawless products that leave a lasting impression in the market. If your dedication to perfection and a keen eye for detail fuel your drive to make a real-world impact, consider this your pass to the captivating world of Product Development! 🚀💻
WE ARE 3PILLAR GLOBAL
At 3Pillar, culture is more than a buzzword. The power of culture, teamwork, and open collaboration drives our commitment to building breakthrough software solutions that power digital businesses. Our passion for software development has gained us recognition in some of the industry’s most innovative spaces, including a spot on the Inc. 5000 list ten years in a row, a three time winner of the Washington Post Top Workplaces Award, and notable features in Forbes, Fortune, and the Washington Business Journal.
We are an innovative software development partner whose solutions drive rapid revenue, market share, customer growth and employee efficiency for industry leaders in Media and Publishing, Information Services, Banking and Financial Services, Insurance and Healthcare.
Our key differentiator is our Product Mindset. Our development teams focus on building for outcomes and all of our team members around the globe are trained on the Product Mindset’s core values – Minimize Time to Value, Solve For Need, and Excel at Change. Our business-minded approach to agile development ensures that we align to client goals from the earliest conceptual stages through launch and beyond.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
At 3Pillar, our core values – Intrinsic Dignity, Outsized Impact, Open Collaboration, and Continuous Improvement – drive our commitment to providing best-in-class software development services to high-growth businesses across the globe. We’ve spent more than fifteen years building innovative software solutions. Our executive team has always held our values to the highest standard which has led to active participation on the Forbes Tech Council, a winner of the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, and a spot on the Washington Business Journal’s Women Who Mean Business list.
Desired Capabilities
- Leadership skills
- Mentoring and coaching abilities
- Strategic thinking and decision-making skills
- Project management skills
- Stakeholder management and collaboration skills
- Ability to motivate and inspire team members
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Familiarity with DevOps processes and tools.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as C# or Java.
Key Responsibilities
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Strategic Quality Assurance Planning: Collaborate with the Technical Lead or Product Development Manager (PDM) to develop comprehensive test strategies and plans that support project objectives and timelines. Focus on implementing and optimizing testing methodologies to increase efficiency and effectiveness across testing phases.
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Test Design and Execution Oversight: Lead the detailed design and oversight of test execution, focusing on critical, high-impact testing activities. Ensure thorough coverage and adherence to quality standards, while efficiently managing resources and timelines.
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Automation and Process Optimization: Enhance and expand automation frameworks and practices. Identify opportunities for improving testing processes and automation coverage, contributing to the selection and implementation of advanced tools and technologies.
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Cross-functional Collaboration and Communication: Serve as a primary QA contact for development and product management teams, promoting effective communication and collaboration. Ensure that QA processes and results are transparent and integrated into the broader development lifecycle, aligning with the strategic direction set by the Technical Lead.
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Quality Advocacy and Project Management: Support the PDM in project planning and execution, taking ownership of quality assurance deliverables within projects. Mentor junior team members and advocate for quality standards and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
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Continuous Improvement and Knowledge Sharing: Actively participate in the identification and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives for QA processes and tools, under the strategic guidance of the Technical Lead. Share knowledge and insights with the QA team, contributing to skill development and process refinement.
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Stay Informed on Industry Trends: Maintain awareness of new testing technologies, methodologies, and industry best practices. Share findings with the QA team and the Technical Lead, suggesting ways to leverage new insights for improved quality and efficiency.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent practical experience considered.
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in software quality assurance, demonstrating a track record of success in test strategy, planning, execution, and maintenance, including the creation of comprehensive test documentation.
- At least 3 years of experience with automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium, TestComplete, QTP/UFT), including advanced scripting for automation and the development of custom testing frameworks.
- Proven leadership in Agile and Scrum methodologies, with a solid ability to drive QA strategies within rapid development cycles and iterative testing environments.
- Expertise in continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD) pipelines, with a strong understanding of how to optimize automated tests for efficiency and speed within CI/CD processes.
- Advanced proficiency in programming languages relevant to test automation (such as C#), demonstrating the ability to contribute to code base and automation scripts.
- Deep knowledge of databases and SQL, with experience executing complex data validation and interacting with databases for comprehensive backend testing.
- Strong experience with JMeter
- Proficient in defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla), with a strong track record in bug reporting, tracking, and resolution processes.
- At least 1 year of experience with Microsoft Visual Studio
- At least 1 year of experience with GitHub
- At least 1 year of experience with Azure DevOps and ADO
- Familiarity with monitoring tools such as AppDynamics, App-Insights, Splunk, and others.
- Exceptional collaborative skills, with proven experience working effectively with cross-functional teams, leading quality assurance efforts, and fostering an environment of teamwork and cooperation.
- Outstanding communication skills in English, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly to team members, stakeholders, and customers.
- Highly self-motivated and detail-oriented, with proven ability to work independently and under pressure, managing multiple projects and priorities effectively.
Additional Experience Desired:
- Advanced knowledge and experience with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), enhancing the ability to integrate QA processes effectively throughout development phases.
- Experience in performance and load testing, indicating the capability to assess system behavior under peak loads and identify potential bottlenecks.
- Understanding of security testing best practices, reflecting the ability to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities within the software, ensuring the development of secure applications.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance benefits as per company policy.
- Life Insurance as per company policy
- 15 days of paid vacation plus additional days based on tenure
- Vacation bonus as per local law
- Sick leave and paid holidays as per local law
- Profit sharing as per local law
- Paternity and maternity leave as per as per local law
- Marriage, bereavement and graduation leaves as per company policy
- Christmas bonuses as per local law
- Work from-home allowance as per company policy
- Punctuality and attendance bonuses as per company policy
- Food tickets as per company policy
- Direct deposit of payroll.
- Paid professional certifications
What is it like working for 3Pillar Global?
- At 3Pillar, we offer a world of opportunity:
- Imagine a flexible work environment – whether it's the office, your home, or a blend of both. From interviews to onboarding, we embody a remote-first approach.
- You will be part of a global team, learning from top talent around the world and across cultures, speaking English everyday. Our global workforce enables our team to leverage global resources to accomplish our work in efficient and effective teams.
- We’re big on your well-being – as a company, we spend a whole trimester in our annual cycle focused on wellbeing. Whether it is taking advantage of fitness offerings, mental health plans (country-dependent), or simply leveraging generous time off, we want all of our team members operating at their best.
- Our professional services model enables us to accelerate career growth and development opportunities - across projects, offerings, and industries.
- We are an equal opportunity employer. It goes without saying that we live by values like Intrinsic Dignity and Open Collaboration to create cutting-edge technology AND reinforce our commitment to diversity - globally and locally.
Join us and be a part of a global tech community! 🌍💼 Check out our Linkedin site and Careers page to learn more about what it’s like to be part of our #oneteam!
