Software Quality Assurance Engineer

We are hiring to make water better!

Water, a resource of unparalleled importance, is often deemed the lifeblood of our planet. However, the water industry has long been criticized for its reluctance to innovate and embrace new technologies that could liberate skilled professionals from the tedious, time-consuming administrative work that has burdened their expertise. This reluctance comes at a steep cost, as water prices continue to rise, an aging workforce struggles to adapt, and multi-million dollar infrastructure decisions are made without the benefit of the most accurate and up-to-date data. Our mission at Klir (www.klir.com) is to make water better, and we believe this transformation begins with the individuals positioned at the nexus of all water-related decisions within a community. Klir represents a groundbreaking concept in the industry – the world's first work enablement platform, meticulously designed for the water sector. Our goal is simple: to alleviate the administrative load, allowing experts to dedicate their invaluable time to solving one of the most pressing issues facing our species. Join us in this journey where dedication to a greater good combines seamlessly with cutting-edge innovation, as we work towards a more sustainable and water-resilient future for all.

Founded originally in Dublin, Ireland in 2018, Klir is a US Headquartered company with offices in the US, Canada and Ireland. Klir is a remote first company and is one of the fastest growing SaaS companies in the water industry. We are venture backed by some of the highest profile and most reputable funds including Insight Partners, Bowery Capital Spider Capital.

We have the deep industry knowledge, a world class product roadmap, the vision and strategy to transform a critically important industry, as well as some high-profile customers that rave about Klir being the best product they have ever experienced. We need you to help deliver the customer success playbook to ensure we execute a world-class customer experience as we continue to scale.

Location: This position is remote and can be anywhere in Brazil or Ireland.

Role Description

We are looking for a Software Quality Assurance Engineer that can help us build-in quality to every aspect of our platform.

​In this English-language, remote role, you ensure the team achieves built-in code quality. You develop QA test plans, and drive the testing strategies and quality metrics that help us deliver a solid enterprise solution. You set quality standards and provide feedback to help us meet our goals. You build upon experience in software testing tools and frameworks to help us implement automation to deliver a validated release with minimal delay. You advocate quality policies that guide the entire team, and collaborate with management on estimation, resource planning, and team development.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborating with developers to solve application faults;
• Test planning, preparing test schedules and test strategies to meet team delivery objectives;
• Creating and maintaining company documentation, such as quality manuals and quality procedures;
• Engaging all team members within Klir in quality improvements and testing;
• Instructing and mentoring teammates as a leader in QA practices, with support and oversight;
• Providing feedback and constructive advice to develop and grow capability within the team;
• Meeting with the software design team to plan test coverage and verification methods;
• Identifying software application weaknesses and target areas;
• Prioritizing and planning bug-fix efforts;
• Planning and delivery of initiatives to automate testing and tools that support QA goals;
• Supporting in Functional QA activities when required;
• Writing automation scripts and implementing software applications;
• Troubleshooting automation software and finalizing system procedures.

Requirements (Sound like you?)

Essential

• Effective verbal and written communication in English;
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Software QA;
• Broad experience on-boarding and using test automation tools and platforms;
• Expertise in principles and methods for web and mobile application testing;
• Agile testing and test-driven development (TDD) practices;
• Customer advocacy and customer focus;
• Estimating and prioritizing work;
• Previous experience in creating test strategy and test plans on major projects;
• Strong SQL query-writing skills (SQLServer, Oracle);
• Experience in an early-stage start up or proven track record operating in earliest stages of a product;
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with a broad base of knowledge in the areas of technology and communications;
• Work in GMT -4 time zone hours.

Desirable

• Proficiency with automation tools like Javascript, Cypress;
• Proficiency with test management tools like Azure DevOps or JIRA;
• Experience navigating and understanding code, using software languages like C# and Javascript;
• Experience with Behaviour Driven Development (BDD) and using Gherkin syntax for the acceptance testing is advantage;
• Scrum master certification;
• ISTQB certification;
• Proficiency with Docker;
• Knowledge about Mobile Automation (appium, WebdriverIO) developed with Flutter Framework.

Personal attributes:

• Active Listener
• Relationship building
• Scrum Values
• Follows Processes
• Time Management
• Commitment

Our Commitment To You

Our Dedication to Your Well-being:We value your contribution and recognize the importance of your peace of mind. We offer a competitive salary and benefits tailored to your market, ensuring you can focus on your best work without worries about your quality of life at home.

Leaving a Lasting Legacy:We commit to providing you with the opportunity to utilize your talents to create a meaningful and enduring impact on our species for generations to come.

Pursuit of Excellence:As part of a Y Combinator market-leading company, we ensure you have the chance to continually challenge yourself and strive for your personal best.

Balancing Serious Work with Fun:We guarantee you the opportunity to work within a team that understands the significance of our mission while maintaining a lighthearted and enjoyable work atmosphere. Our mission is paramount, but we believe in having fun along the way.

Values That Unite Us:You will work alongside a group of individuals who prioritize honesty, audacity, and unwavering unity. We stand shoulder to shoulder, aiming to be the difference between good and great in everything we do.

Supporting Your Success:Our leaders are unwavering in their dedication to your growth and success. They are committed to helping you become the best version of yourself through fearless feedback, a focus on personal growth, and a culture of transparency.