QA Release Engineer

Join a collaborative software quality team focused on improving release reliability, testing efficiency, and overall developer experience. This onsite QA Release Engineer role supports the delivery of high-quality vehicle software by partnering closely with engineering teams to identify risks, validate fixes, and help move releases forward with confidence.

• Perform manual and automated testing across functional, regression, integration, and performance scenarios
• Review developer pull requests and help validate changes before they move through the release process
• Triage system-flagged scenarios and support first-pass review activities
• Identify, document, and track defects and regressions in a clear and organized manner
• Partner with developers, product teams, and designers to surface risk and resolve issues efficiently
• Support merge workflows and release-related infrastructure activities, including pipedream jobs and related validation steps
• Conduct root cause analysis on defects and re-test fixes to confirm issues are resolved without introducing new regressions
• Help improve QA workflows and release processes to reduce inefficiencies and increase developer velocity
• Prepare concise test updates and status reports that communicate progress, risks, and blockers

• Experience in QA, software testing, or a similar quality-focused role
• Hands-on experience with both manual and automated testing methods
• Strong understanding of testing types such as functional, regression, integration, and performance testing
• Familiarity with issue tracking and project management tools such as Jira
• Ability to analyze technical changes and assess potential impact or risk
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience

• Experience with test management tools such as Test Rail or similar platforms
• Exposure to release validation or software delivery workflows
• Comfort working cross-functionally to improve processes and support team-wide efficiency
• Detail-oriented approach to testing, documentation, and follow-through

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential to building strong teams and better outcomes. We welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives who are excited to contribute in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. The pay range for this role is $38 - $74 per hour based on qualifications and experience.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• retirement