Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Cavallo is seeking a QA Engineer to join our high-performing Development Team. The QA Engineer will evaluate the functionality of our cloud and on-premises software applications, ensuring that company and customer quality standards are being achieved and high quality products are being delivered.

This role will follow Cavallo's hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote).

A typical day of a QA Engineer would include the following :

Test Planning and Execution : Develop comprehensive test plans and strategies to ensure thorough testing of software products.

Build and execute manual and automated tests to identify defects and verify product functionality.

• Defect Management : Track and manage defects using a defect tracking system. Work closely with development teams to resolve issues and improve product quality.
• Automation : Develop and maintain automated tests using appropriate tools and frameworks. Automate repetitive test cases to improve efficiency and test coverage.
• Types of testing to cover : End to End, Smoke, Chaos, etc
• Regression Testing : Conduct regression testing to ensure that new changes do not introduce unintended side effects.
• Performance Testing : Perform load and stress testing to evaluate system performance under different workloads.
• Quality Assurance Processes : Collaborate with development teams to establish and maintain quality assurance processes and standards.
• Documentation : Create and maintain clear and concise test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and defect reports.
• Continuous Learning : Stay updated on the latest testing methodologies, tools, and technologies.

This may be the job for you if :

• You have 2+ years experience in a software quality assurance role;
• You have earned a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or other related field;
• You possess demonstrable knowledge of the SDLC and testing methodologies;
• You are experienced with manual and automated testing techniques;
• You are proficient in using testing tools and frameworks (e.g. Playwright, Selenium, Jest);
• You have a highly analytical mindset with the ability to tackle complex problems;
• You possess strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• You’re a self-starter and have a strong attention to detail;
• You personify Cavallo’s Core Values;
• You are passionate about innovation and helping create useful software applications;
• You are self-motivated, hard-working and strive to be the best version of yourself daily;
• You are looking to join a team of people who are eager to learn and share knowledge.

Why should you apply?

• Become a member of a #PeopleFirst organization that believes in instilling excellence in the people who make up our team;
• Work with collaborative colleagues who seek out and value each other’s input and feedback;
• Strong leadership who believe in creating enormous and measurable value for our Customers.

Key Benefits :

• Competitive Salary Package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and STD Insurance
• 4% 401(k) Employer Match
• Generous PTO and Work / Life Synergy
• Learning and Career Development Opportunities

About Cavallo

We’re seeking the self-motivated, the hard-working, the problem solvers, and the dedicated to join our team of experts. We're focused on helping businesses grow, expand, or reshape how they do things by approaching each and every problem with energy, creativity, and confidence.

Ingenuity, adaptation, and evolution are at the core for us at Cavallo.

Our Grand Rapids-based headquarters is focused on helping change the way organizations do business through our software products, customizations, expertise, and support.

Our enterprise software solutions work with leading business applications, Microsoft Dynamics GP and Business Central, and integrate with a wide range of apps and platforms.

Cavallo has been in the business of helping manufacturing and distribution companies increase productivity and efficiency since 2003.

We got our start when a small business owner tasked a software developer with transforming a pile of clipboards and legal pads into a streamlined, efficient inventory management system.

We have been sharing ideas and innovating ever since.

At Cavallo, we're always looking for talented individuals to join our team of professionals. We believe our success is built on the abilities of our employees, and we strive to create a challenging and rewarding environment where all individuals are respected and encouraged to grow. Reach out to us today!