QA Engineer

Summary

Join Disguise, a leader in software and hardware solutions for spectacular productions, as a QA Engineer. You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks and scripts using Python. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate automated testing into the software development lifecycle. This position requires high proficiency in Python, strong understanding of software development and QA processes, and experience with version control tools. The role involves troubleshooting issues, creating test plans, and reporting on test results. This is a hybrid position based in London or remotely, available only to Quebec residents or those relocating there.

Requirements

• High proficiency in Python and experience with maintaining larger Python projects in a team
• Strong understanding of software development and QA processes, particularly in automated testing
• Experience with version control tools such as Git and understanding of continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines
• Familiarity with test management tools like JIRA, TestRail, or similar
• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Good understanding of the conventions of software architecture, hardware, and APIs
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and work with developers to resolve problems

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts using Python to enhance our testing processes
• Work with the QA Engineering team to identify areas for automation and build robust, reusable test suites
• Write test scripts to validate new features, products, and bug fixes across various platforms and environments
• Expand and maintain supporting tools that facilitate round-the-clock testing and reporting
• Integrate automated tests into our continuous integration (CI) pipeline to ensure build stability and quality throughout the development lifecycle
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise in the automation environment, ensuring smooth execution of automated tests
• Conduct manual testing to ensure comprehensive test coverage, especially for complex or new features
• Develop a deep understanding of our software through hands-on usage and manual testing, using insight to inform robust and effective automated test strategies
• Create and maintain detailed test plans, test cases, and test documentation
• Perform code reviews and collaborate with developers to ensure test coverage is integrated early in the development process
• Monitor and report on test results, providing insights on issues and risks to development and product teams
• Support the broader QA team with knowledge of testing best practices, tools, and Python development

Preferred Qualifications

• Other programming languages (eg. GO) is a plus
• Ability to adapt quickly to new tools, frameworks, and technologies
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, complemented by excellent written and verbal communication abilities and the flexibility to work independently or collaboratively within a team
• Detail-oriented, with a commitment to high-quality, error-free work
• Proactive attitude, constantly seeking opportunities to improve testing processes and tools
• Strong team player with the ability to contribute to cross-functional collaboration
• Eagerness to learn and grow, particularly in the areas of Python development and software quality assurance

Benefits

• Unlimited Paid Time Off - with minimum time you must take set at 20% above statutory
• Hybrid working between home and our offices (dependent on role and location)
• Mental health and wellbeing support - subscription to the Calm app, mental health first-aid buddies, employee assistance programmes
• Gig allowance - £400 (or local equivalent) to spend on tickets every year to immerse yourself in our industries
• Belonging policies -  including (but not limited to) support for Parental, Fertility, Miscarriage, Menopause and Transitioning
• Training, coaching & mentoring