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Bio-Techne

Software QA Engineer

Posted 3 Days Ago
In-Office
San Jose, CA
80K-131K Annually
Junior
In-Office
San Jose, CA
80K-131K Annually
Junior
The Software QA Engineer role focuses on designing test solutions for protein analysis product software, ensuring software meets quality standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
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By joining Bio-Techne, you’ll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range:

$79,800.00 - $131,100.00

ProteinSimple is part of the Analytical Solutions division of Bio-Techne (NASDAQ: TECH). We are rethinking protein tools and helping thousands of researchers around the world resolve their protein analysis problems so they can reveal new insight into proteins and their role in disease. Software is vital to our success in developing award winning bio-tech instruments for the life sciences industry.  Our product development team is making products that are drastically changing how scientists and researchers use tools to become more productive. Use your strong knowledge of test automation to expand the reliability of our instrument systems. You will collaborate with other software engineers and scientists in the development of analytical applications, working on design of graphical data presentations, algorithms, device communications, and complex data workflows.  We are offering an opportunity to work with state of the art software/hardware technologies amongst a very creative, motivated, and talented team.

The responsibilities of this position are to be responsible for the design of test solutions to verify protein analysis product software. Interfaces closely with other disciplines on project teams to ensure a seamless transition into software verification phases of projects and that testing is comprehensive with respect to software requirements. Participates in reviews for software requirements and provides up-front feedback on requirements testability.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Disciplined and detail-oriented; deliver robust, readable test protocols Tests basic features of new softer releases using pre-defined test plans and scripts to identify defects Follows uniform testing procedures. Documents results and uses designated systems and tools to track outcomes. Performs follow-up rounds of testing as needed. Executes testing procedures to ensure that software meets established quality standards. Prepares data sets to test logic, error handling and system workflows. Isolates, reproduces, and tracks defects. Verifies fixes. Documents testing according to required procedures. Familiar with software development cycle and quality assurance methodologies. Assist with the content of new testing scripts and plans. Ensure that all verification activities are conducted in accordance with Quality System requirements Determination and sound technical judgment in problem solving, analytical techniques, develops new / creative test designs, and can work independently with little supervision Follows company policies and practices as outlined in the Handbook and follows guidelines regarding safety as outlined in the AWAIR, Chemical Hygiene and Exposure Control manuals in accordance to the job.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years test automation experience or relevant experience and training.  Attention to detail, organization, and data analysis skills are required.  Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel are required. Must be able to work in a fast pace environment, multi task, and have good communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Familiarity with off the shelf test management tools (e.g. Zephyr, TestRail, etc.) Experience with Python 3.X preferred. Experience with test automation (e.g. TestComplete, Ranorex, etc.) Education or experience in biology preferred Strong written skills necessary to document software and test procedures Ability to work within an agile test development environment Familiarity with version control systems and release methodologies Skills in problem solving; including the ability to identify and appropriately evaluate a course of action.  Experience executing to verification plans Ability to act independently on routine assignments or projects. Ability to plan, organize and multi-task to complete assignments in an efficient manner. Ability to communicate professionally, both oral and written. Ability to pay attention to details and perform at a high level accuracy. Ability to work independently and with a team.

Why Join Bio-Techne:

  • We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
  • We invest in our employees’ financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
  • We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
  • We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging. 
  • We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
  • We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

To protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Bio-Techne will be considered Bio-Techne property.

Top Skills

Excel
Microsoft Word
Python 3.X
Ranorex
Testcomplete
Testrail
Zephyr

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