QA Engineer

Job description

OUR MISSION SPAN IS ENABLING ELECTRIFICATION FOR ALL ⚡ WE ARE A MISSION-DRIVEN COMPANY DESIGNING, BUILDING, AND DEPLOYING PRODUCTS THAT ELECTRIFY THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT, REDUCE CARBON EMISSIONS, AND SLOW THE EFFECTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE. - Decarbonization is the process to reduce or remove greenhouse gas emissions, especially carbon dioxide, from entering our atmosphere. - Electrification is the process of replacing fossil fuel appliances that run on gas or oil with all-electric upgrades for a cleaner way to power our lives. AT SPAN, WE BELIEVE IN: - Enabling homes and vehicles powered by clean energy - Making electrification upgrades possible - Building more resilient homes with reliable backup - Designing a flexible and distributed electrical grid AS A QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER, YOU'LL PLAY A CRUCIAL ROLE IN ENSURING THE QUALITY AND RELIABILITY OF OUR MOBILE APPLICATIONS THROUGH A COMBINATION OF AUTOMATED AND MANUAL TESTING METHODOLOGIES. THIS A HIGH IMPACT ROLE THAT WILL SIT WITHIN THE QA ORGANIZATION AND WILL WORK CLOSELY WITH SPAN’S INTERNAL SOFTWARE, DEVICE SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE ENGINEERING TEAMS. ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES - As QA Engineer, you will be expected to: - Conduct thorough testing of our mobile applications on various platforms (iOS and Android) to identify bugs, defects and usability issues. - Collaborate with mobile and firmware development teams to create comprehensive test plans, test cases and tooling for both automated and manual testing. - Develop and maintain automated tests using industry-standard test automation tools (Detox, React Native) and frameworks to ensure efficient regression testing. - Perform extensive manual testing on mobile devices to validate the application’s functionality, usability and compatibility across different devices and OS versions. - Perform extensive manual testing on panel to validate the application’s functionality, usability and compatibility across different SKUs and firmware versions. - Document defects, issues, and enhancement requests clearly and concisely. - Configure and maintain test environments, devices and simulators to facilitate automated testing activities. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers and designers to provide timely feedback and help prioritize bug fixes. - Identify areas for process improvement and actively contribute to enhancing software development and testing practices pertaining to automation. About You Required Qualifications - BS or MS in Engineering or Computer Science or industry equivalent experience - Proven experience as a Quality Assurance Engineer - Mobile role testing on iOS and Android platforms. - Testing firmware, hardware / IoT products in addition to software - Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, test case design and automated testing. - Writing clear, concise and comprehensive test plans and test cases - Testing Mobile apps with Android and iOS (native and web-based) - Android Studio and XCode - Experience with CI/CD tools and Github (i.e, CircleCI, Docker). - Effective communication and collaboration skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Exceptional attention to detail - White and Gray box testing - Experience with test plan management tools like Testrail - Working knowledge in one of SPAN’s coding language: Python, Javascript, TypeScript. Bonus Qualifications We would love to hire someone who has: - Experience working in a startup environment - Experience with or preference for a rapid or continuous release cadence - Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development processes. - Experience w/ GraphQL or GRPC - Experience working in the Renewable Energy industry LIFE AT SPAN Our Bengaluru team plays a pivotal role in SPAN’s continued growth and expansion. Together, we’re driving engineering, product development, and operational excellence to shape the future of home energy solutions. As part of our team in India, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate closely with our teams in the US and across the globe. This international collaboration fosters innovation, learning, and growth, while helping us achieve our bold mission of electrifying homes and advancing clean energy solutions worldwide. Our in-office culture offers the chance for dynamic interactions and hands-on teamwork, making SPAN a truly collaborative environment where every team member’s contribution matters. Our climate-focused culture is driven by a team of forward-thinkers, engineers, and problem-solvers who push boundaries every day. - Do mission-driven work: Every role at SPAN directly advances clean energy adoption. - Bring powerful ideas to life: We encourage diverse ideas and perspectives to drive stronger products. - Nurture an innovation-first mindset: We encourage big thinking and bold action. - Deliver exceptional customer value: We value hard work, and the ability to deliver exceptional customer value. Benefits at SPAN India ⚡Generous paid leave ⚡Comprehensive Insurance & Health Benefits ⚡Centrally located office in Bengaluru with easy access to public transit, dining, and city amenities Interested in joining our team? Apply today and we’ll be in touch with the next steps!