Lead QA Engineer @ Centerfield - Los Angeles, CA

How You'll Contribute...

• Responsible for improving overall quality assurance outcomes through planning and execution of manual testing across multiple software development projects to ensure that the design and software adhere to company standards
• Develop and demonstrate a deep understanding of the products and needs of our customers
• Lead QA efforts for one or more project teams and implement testing strategies, resulting in efficient test development and execution practices that are required for successful product delivery
• Work with other QA engineers to deliver the project on time and with top-notch quality
• Act as a go-to person and SME on multiple applications for projects
• Mentor other QA team members. Includes coordinating all testing activities with onsite and offsite QA teams.
• Estimate, prioritize, plan, and coordinate required testing activities.
• Establish quality goals, metrics, and develop new tools/processes to ensure the quality goals are met
• Actively participate in the design, delivery, and execution of manual test scripts to validate functional business requirements by defining preconditions, case steps, success criteria, etc
• Review test scripts/cases with developers and product managers to ensure consistency and adherence to functional requirement documents
• Manually test web-based applications and websites in cross-browsers and multiple mobile devices
• Follow standard testing procedures and provide recommendations for improvement. Remain at the forefront of emerging industry best practices

What We're Looking For...

• Minimum 7+ years of Software QA Engineering experience in delivering software products
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of cloud-based deployment models, preferably AWS.
• Experience in automating tests using frameworks such as Selenium Web Driver/TestNG/Java
• Experience with HTML, XML, JSON, and CSS
• Experience with source code systems such as git and CICD pipelines using Jenkins or similar tools
• Strong knowledge of Quality Assurance life cycle, methodologies, and best practices
• Expert in testing API services, databases, and UI using various technologies.
• Experience with databases such as MongoDB, MySQL
• Experience with API/Web Services using Postman
• Ability to react quickly in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both written and verbal.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Strong planning, organizational skills, and attention to detail with a focus on attaining high-quality deliverables.
• Strong team player and ability to collaborate effectively with project team members across onsite and offshore teams
• Ability to lead, mentor, and set direction for other QA engineers
• Ability to take full ownership of assigned responsibilities, and appropriately prioritize

Bonus Points...

• Affiliate Marketing domain knowledge
• Familiarity with Contact Center applications

Life at Centerfield...

• Competitive salary + bi-annual bonus
• Unlimited PTO – take a break when you need it!
• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision plans + generous parental leave
• 401(k) company match plan – fully vested on day 1
• Outside patio overlooking Playa Vista + cabanas, firepits & working grills
• Monthly happy hours, catered lunches + daily food trucks
• Award-winning culture & unprecedented team spirit (featured in LA Business Journal & Built In LA)
• Fully stocked kitchens with snacks & drinks
• Breakroom supplied with games, couches, workout equipment + weekly in-office exercise classes hosted by professional instructors (yoga, kickboxing & circuit training)
• Free onsite gym + locker rooms
• Paid charity and volunteer days (local mentor programs, adopt a pet, beach cleanup, etc.)
• Monthly team outings (ball games, casino night, hikes, etc.)
• Career growth – we enjoy promoting from within!