Lead Test Engineer

JOB SCOPE

Responsible for designing and developing tests and test frameworks. Works on projects of high complexity within one or more test and development environments and on multiple programs, systems and applications as a project lead. Involved in reviewing test plans, writing manual and automated test cases and scripts and test execution. Actively looks for solutions to automate test cases early in the test life cycle. Responsible for documenting test methodology to ensure the delivery of quality products. Considered a subject matter expert for multiple programs and systems.

Hybrid Work Policy

Eligible employees can work from home up to one day each week.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively and consistently supports all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
• Provide test and test automation architectural direction and leadership related to 5G and WiFi data collection and automation.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to other testing team members.
• Define automated testing best practices, code standards, processes and procedures, including frameworks to standardize testing automation related to 5G and WiFi data collection and automation.
• Develop automation testing strategies and estimation models to plan test schedules based on project scope or delivery dates.
• Identify and implement automated testing tools and infrastructure, managing tool upgrades and determining license needs and costs.
• Define and track quality assurance metrics such as data bytes transmitted, throughput, latency, packet loss, jitter, RF metrics, user experience of mobile apps, and network health.
• Actively and independently acquires and analyzes data for software process evaluation and improvements and integrates them into business processes to address the business needs.
• Perform both back end system and front end UI triage and troubleshooting when identifying defects.
• Deliver quality process training to technical staff and acts as an internal quality consultant to advise or influence business or technical partners.
• Perform quality audits across the various IT functions to ensure quality standards, procedures and methodologies related to 5G and WiFi data collection and automation.
• Ensure alignment between business operational strategies and quality assurance of our products.
• Diagnose highly complex issues and evaluates, recommends and executes the best resolution.
• Develop, modify, enhance and implement test plans designed to support new or evolving business initiatives.

BASIC / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent work experience
• Minimum seven (7) years System development and/or business experience with coding, testing and design experience

REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• In-depth experience with automation scripting languages like Python, JavaScript, Ruby or similar
• Proficient in test tools (QXDM, Accuver XCAL, XCAP, Ekahau, iBWave, etc.)
• Effective communicator (written and verbal)
• Ability to focus on deadlines and deliverables
• Self-starter, self-motivated and driven
• Ability to work well with shifting priorities
• Ability to work with cross-functional team of internal and external resources
• Effective attention to detail
• Excellent understanding of 5G SA networks and WiFi 802.11 specifications
• Excellent understanding of RF signal behaviors in wireless networks
• Excellent understanding of RF signal measurements related to 5G NR and 802.11 WiFi
• Display professional, positive, and approachable attitude/demeanor and discretion
• Critical thinker, ability to negotiate with key stakeholders and maintain positive attitude
• Effective organizational skills
• Understanding of database schemas and querying tools
• Creative solving of technical problems to ensure the ability to translate technical requirements into test plans
• Ability to track multiple test efforts simultaneously and to be able to synthesize the results in fast paced environment
• Demonstrated in-depth analytical and problem solving skills
• Expert in applying the Scientific Method
• Demonstrated in-depth understanding of test automation framework and tools
• Ability to lead a team through effective delegation, training, conflict management and motivation
• In-depth experience leading teams