Software Quality Engineer - Orases

Summary:

The Software Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software and systems. Working in close collaboration with development teams to understand software goals and requirements, the SQE will create testing strategies and plans aligned with the project goals. This is a critical role within our projects, and the SQE is responsible for actively contributing to the development process, identifying areas for improvement, and driving continuous quality enhancement.

The ability to communicate effectively is essential in this role. This job description is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Team members may be requested for additional tasks that may or may not relate directly to the primary role, as business needs dictate.
*** Applicants must be U.S. based, able to work on East Coast time and eligible to work in the U.S***

Roles and responsibilities:

• Advocate for software quality by promoting a culture of testing and quality awareness
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members regarding testing best practices and quality assurance techniques
• Provide thoughtful and professional feedback on issues in both written and verbal form
• Develop and maintain robust automated test frameworks, writing test cases, and conducting various types of testing to identify defects and ensure our software meets the highest quality standards.
• Creating project test cases based on project requirements and risks.
• Stay up-to-date with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and testing methodologies to drive continuous improvement in software quality.

Required Knowledge, Experience, and

Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven experience as a Software Quality Engineer or Software Developer
• Strong understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Familiarity with automated testing tools and frameworks.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail and a passion for delivering high-quality software products.

ORASES CORE VALUES:

We at Orases follow the code, and D.R.I.V.E. our projects and each other forward. Through careful consideration for Demonstrating thoughtful communication, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excelling at our craft, we are able to provide the best possible solution for clients. This process enhances all business capabilities, and is proven to improve efficiency.

Demonstrate thoughtful communication:
Say what you mean in a respectful, timely and relevant manner, remembering that not everything needs to be said.

Rise to the occasion:
Having “grit” and digging deep when needed to get the results.

Integrity all the time:
Do what you say you are going to do.

Value to clients:
Be present, contribute and be a good steward of the client's money.

Excel at your craft:
Constantly seek new ways to grow and learn to be the best you can be.

BENEFITS:

• Work out of our beautiful and wacky office here in Frederick, MD. We have ping pong to settle disputes, full band equipment for when the rhythm gets you, a fully stocked kitchen with healthy choices as well as cabinets filled with bad decisions and zero judgment for all your snacking needs.
• Health, Dental, Vision with nationwide options to meet your needs wherever you hang your hat. There is a good chance you can still use Dr. Dan even if you are too old for the suckers.
• Company paid life insurance, short term disability and long term disability. Let us pay for your peace of mind.
• End of year bonus potential (mo’ money) based on individual and company performance
• 401K Roth and non Roth options with a 4% company match for the first 5% you contribute. This FREE MONEY is fully vested and portable should you make the poor decision to leave us one day.
• Team perk truck, Orases One, that you can borrow for driving, hauling or failed off road attempts
• Employee Assistance Program
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