QA Engineer, Contract

WHY DEPT®?

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world. 

THE ROLE

DEPT® is looking for a QA Engineer to play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our work. This is for a 2 month contract. Candidates must be located in the PST time zone.

The role demands pixel-perfect visual quality assurance across web pages, compatibility testing across different browsers, breakpoints, and devices (desktop and mobile). As a crucial member of our development process, you will be responsible for understanding how content and design flow across breakpoints, implementing end-to-end test scripts, QA automation, and utilizing bug tracking software like JIRA/Asana. You will effectively communicate issues to design and engineering teams, work independently with minimal supervision, and serve as the single point of contact for QA issues. We welcome passionate and detail-oriented individuals to apply for this exciting opportunity.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop and execute test plans and cases based on product requirements, focusing on pixel-perfect visual quality assurance across web pages.
• Conduct compatibility testing across different browsers, breakpoints, and devices (desktop and mobile), understanding how content and design flow across these breakpoints.
• Collaborate closely with developers to identify and resolve bugs and issues, effectively communicating these issues to design and engineering teams.
• Automate tests using testing frameworks, implement end-to-end test scripts, and integrate them into our CI/CD pipeline, with knowledge of bug tracking software like JIRA/Asana.
• Provide detailed documentation of test cases, bug reports, and test results with steps to reproduce found issues. 
• Continuously improve testing processes and strategies to enhance efficiency and test coverage, working independently with minimal supervision.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 4+ years of experience in working in a QA environment
• Proven experience as a QA Engineer or similar role in software development.
• Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Experience with automated testing tools and test management software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to ensure pixel perfect visual quality assurance across web pages and compatibility testing across different browsers, breakpoints, and devices (desktop and mobile).
• Understanding of content and design flow across breakpoints, and implementing end-to-end test scripts.
• Experience with QA automation and knowledge of bug tracking software like JIRA/Asana.
• Effective communication skills for reporting issues to design and engineering teams.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, acting as a single point of contact for QA issues.
• A self-starter with excellent client management skills and ability to manage expectations. 

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our  benefits package:

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $75 - $90/hour. Rate is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we're flexible. 

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU: 

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s lived experience, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetic information. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. 

DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture. 

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you  to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.