QA Engineer

iOT QA Tester
Job Summary
We are seeking an initiative-taking and meticulous IOT QA Tester to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a self-starting tester with a passion for quality, capable of working independently to ensure the functionality, performance, and reliability of our applications and iOT integrated devices. You will play a crucial role in validating APIs, iOT devices and other integrations across multiple environments.
Responsibilities
• Create and execute test plans: Develop and execute test cases and evaluate plans for new features and product releases, covering the full IoT stack from edge devices to the cloud and applications.
• Perform Hardware & Device Level Validations: Including but not limited to Environmental Stress Testing. Connectivity resilience, Protocol conformance, Interference mitigation.
• Validate device and network performance: Test the functionality, reliability, and performance of IoT devices, sensors, and network connectivity (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, MQTT) under varying conditions.
• Ensure data integrity and security: Validate that data is securely and accurately collected, transmitted, and stored. Conduct security testing, including vulnerability scanning and penetration testing, to identify and mitigate risks.
• Perform full-stack QA: Conduct API testing, UI presentation validations, message queue validation, cloud service verification to ensure seamless end-to-end integration and functionality.
• Simulate real-world conditions: Create and perform tests that simulate realistic network disruptions, device failures, and load conditions to ensure system resilience.
• Log and track defects: Document and report defects clearly to development teams and collaborate closely with them to verify bug fixes.
• Drive continuous improvement: Analyze test results, conduct root cause analysis, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts for the QA process.
• Database Validations: Write and execute SQL queries or other database querying language scripts (e.g., PL/SQL) to verify data consistency, accuracy, and adherence to business rules.
Other Quality Skills
o Function as the voice of quality within the team, proactively identifying and advocating for quality improvements.
o Take initiative to understand quality standards and goals, both within the organization and the wider industry.
o Demonstrate strong ownership of testing activities and deliverables, requiring minimal supervision.
o Communicate clearly and concisely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders, ensuring a shared understanding of quality expectations and issues.
o Be able to convince colleagues and leadership of the benefits of quality assurance.
o Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of test cases, test results, and defect reports.
o Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in API testing, automation, and performance testing.

PR: $40-$45/hr.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Qualifications
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related technical field is preferred.
• Experience:
o Proven experience (e.g., 3+ years) as a QA Tester or in a similar role.
o Firsthand experience with iOT, API testing, including RESTful and SOAP APIs.
o Demonstrated proficiency in using Postman for API testing.
o Experience with database validation and SQL querying.

• Skills:
o Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a keen eye for detail.
o Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for articulating testing strategies, reporting issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
o Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
o Knowledge of RESTful API design and integration, HTTP methods, and JSON/XML data formats.
o Experience with test management and bug tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Rally).
o Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, JavaScript) is beneficial.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.