Quality Assurance Automation Specialist

Summary

Join Wattpad's Product Delivery team as a Product QA Specialist and play a vital role in ensuring the highest quality of our product. You will be responsible for identifying and documenting quality requirements, creating and executing testing strategies, automating regression tests, and reporting defects. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and a commitment to continuous improvement in testing methodologies. The ideal candidate possesses at least three years of experience in quality assurance, expertise in test automation tools, and strong analytical and communication skills. Wattpad offers a comprehensive benefits package including health benefits, retirement contributions, generous vacation and parental leave, and opportunities for career development.

Requirements

• A minimum of three years of demonstrated experience in a quality assurance role, preferably within a project-based environment
• Proven ability to develop and execute quality assurance plans
• Experience with industry-standard test automation tools, frameworks and various testing methodologies and techniques
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript) for test automation
• Experience in mobile application testing
• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner)
• Experience with security testing tools and methodologies
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI)
• Knowledge of UX/UI principles and usability testing
• Experience with work management tools like JIRA
• Experience with bug tracking and test management tools
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Implement automated regression Plans: Identify and build regression plans for periodic releases from a product perspective, ensuring thorough testing of all features and updates
• Identify Product Quality Requirements: Work closely with the Product Management team to identify and document functional (User authentication, content uploading, search functionality, and user interaction features) and non-functional (Dashboards, data reports, performance metrics, usability) product quality requirements
• Design Test Strategy and Plan: Develop comprehensive test strategies and detailed test plans to ensure all product features meet the highest quality standards
• Execute Test Plan: Conduct manual and automated testing to identify and resolve product defects
• Automate Regression Tests: Develop and maintain automated regression tests to ensure ongoing product quality
• Mentor Product Quality team members: Provide guidance and training to product quality team members to improve their understanding of product quality requirements and testing methodologies
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with developers, designers, technical project managers and product managers to ensure alignment on quality objectives and seamless integration of new features and updates
• Report and Track Defects: Document and track defects, providing detailed reports and working with the development team to ensure timely resolution
• Analyze Test Results: Review and analyze test results to identify trends, root causes of defects, and opportunities for improvement
• Stay Updated with Industry Trends: Keep up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices in quality assurance and testing methodologies
• Optimize Testing Practices: Drive continuous improvements in testing methods, tools, and techniques to augment product quality and streamline team productivity

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as the ones mentioned are considered an asset: ISTQB Certified Tester (Foundation Level or Advanced Level), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or other Agile certifications, Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA), Certified Software Tester (CSTE)
• Familiarity with the Entertainment and Tech sector is beneficial
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as engineering, computer science, or business administration, is preferred

Benefits

• Career development; we believe in mentorship and investing in your learning, supporting you to achieve your goals
• Health benefits, including vision and dental!
• RRSP Contributions (Canada), 401K Contributions (USA)
• Generous vacation and Parental Leave Top-up
• Corporate discount for gym memberships for you and your family
• Winter break shutdown and a whole lot more!