QA Engineer

Overview

Who we are
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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) is a strategic and trusted insurance partner providing a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. We are part of Berkshire Hathaway’s insurance operations, backed by a stellar brand, strong balance sheet, and a global team of professionals who exemplify capabilities and character.

We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive environment where every teammate can contribute and be recognized.

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join our Technology team in Stevens Point, WI, supporting Quality Assurance for our Leisure Travel Line. In this role, you will collaborate closely with our offshore-based QA team and onshore development teams to ensure software quality throughout the software development lifecycle. You will assist in the creation of automation scripts and in executing automated tests.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in manual testing and initial exposure to test automation, who is eager to develop technical skills and become a well-rounded quality engineer.

• Actively participate in agile team refinements to understand user stories and acceptance criteria
• Own all testing deliverables for assigned features, working independently to ensure quality and timely completion
• Coordinate closely with offshore and onshore QA teams to execute manual functional, regression, integration, and API testing across web and mobile platforms
• Collaborate with developers and business analysts/product owners to define and execute an overall testing strategy for all systems/applications
• Assist in creating automation scripts and contribute to automation coverage
• Execute automation tests in Katalon Studio
• Support continuous improvement of tech team processes and tools

• Experience with test management tools
• Strong understanding of manual testing concepts
• Basic understanding of SQL for data validation
• Practical working knowledge of Web, Mobile and API testing
• Experience working in an Agile environment and understanding of Kanban methodology is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and ability to think critically
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact professionally
• Exposure to test automation
• Introductory knowledge of a scripting language is a plus
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in software quality assurance

• A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates.
• A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates, and stakeholders.
• A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework.
• Benefits that support your life and well-being, which include:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• Disability Insurance (short-term and long-term)
• Life Insurance (for you and your family)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (for you and your family)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Generous holiday and Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave

The base salary range for this position in Stevens Point is $70,000 to $90,000, along with annual bonus eligibility. Total compensation for a candidate is determined by relevant skills, location, and experience. We value our teammates – both their capabilities and character – as demonstrated by our amazing culture.

NOTE:

Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.