Software Quality Assurance Engineer (6165) at itD Tech · San…

itD is seeking a Software Quality Assurance Engineer to drive the verification and validation of smart camera products, ensuring high-quality releases through comprehensive manual and automated testing. This role plays a critical part in delivering reliable, user-focused solutions by identifying edge cases, improving product usability, and embedding quality throughout the development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in software testing, automation, and system validation, along with a proven track record of uncovering defects and enhancing product performance.

Location: Hybrid – San Francisco, CA (candidates must be able to visit the office multiple times per week if requested) Pay Range: $26 - $27 hourly Duration: 2 months

We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401k plan, paid holidays, and more. Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Responsibilities: • Analyze and validate product requirements and technical solutions to ensure test coverage and quality outcomes. • Design and execute detailed manual test plans to identify edge cases, usability issues, and integration gaps. • Identify, log, reproduce, and verify defects, partnering closely with engineering teams for root cause analysis. • Develop and maintain automated test scripts using scripting languages such as Python or Ruby. • Document test cases, procedures, and results to support traceability and knowledge sharing. • Collaborate cross-functionally to support release validation and ensure product readiness. • Advocate for the end-user experience by proactively identifying risks and quality improvements.

Internal Responsibilities: • Attend regular internal practice community meetings. • Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership. • Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material). • Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice. • Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual). • Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities.

Required Qualifications and Skills: • 5+ years of experience in software testing and test automation. • Strong experience with manual and exploratory testing, including identifying edge cases and integration issues. • Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, or Ruby). • Experience developing, maintaining, and executing automated test frameworks. • Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), testing methodologies, and defect lifecycle. • Working knowledge of Linux environments, including basic networking and CLI tools. • Ability to work independently, communicate effectively, and meet project timelines.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills: • Experience testing hardware-integrated or IoT-based products. • Familiarity with cloud-based systems and distributed applications. • Exposure to AI-assisted testing tools or modern test automation practices. • Experience working in agile or cross-functional product teams.

Education: • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience required.

Company Description About itD: We are part of a new generation of consulting and software development company that blends diversity, innovation, and integrity with real business results. Our structure rejects any strong hierarchy, empowering us to deliver excellent results. We are a woman- and minority-led firm. Every day, we challenge ourselves to be considerate, fair and to re-think what great outcomes mean for our customers. This permeates down to how we approach every interaction, on every project, for every client. You’ll thrive here if you are a dynamic self-starter, a difference-maker or someone who wants to deliver great results, without constraints.

The itD Digital Experience: Joining us means you’ll be part of our global community, you have a say about your own career journey, and you’ll get a chance to give back to causes that matter. You will experience working with Fortune 500 companies and high-performance teams across numerous industries. itD offers our employees excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, 401K + matching, networking & career learning and development programs. We are growing and we want to see you grow! Visit https://itdtech.com/careers to learn more about what working at itD can mean for you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. itD is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us at recruiting@itdtech.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Additional Info Dynamic environment in a culture of respect, empowerment and recognition for a job well done, apply today!