Lead Software QA Analyst

Ecolab RD&E Software Engineering team is responsible for delivering solutions for Ecolabs IoT devices which will deliver the data to develop the insights which allow our customers to be cleaner healthier and safer. As part of this commitment you will work with our stakeholders across the Institutional sector. The solutions you test will be part of Ecolabs global portfolio of products and solutions.

The Software Manual QA Anaylst is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software applications that support Ecolabs digital transformation within the IoT domain through comprehensive manual testing. This role involves creating and executing test plans identifying and reporting defects and collaborating closely with developers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality products. You will be part of a dynamic team and utilize a variety of technologies to solve Ecolabs most advanced IoT problems.

Whats in it For You:

• As part of a dynamic team you will support identification of new technologies and solutions that can be used to assist Ecolabs global customers solve their current and future problems

• Collaborate with a global team to deliver value to Ecolabs customers around the world

• Grow in new technologies and responsibilities through opportunities to grow skillset and experiences

• Flexible independent work environment where you will work with other team members to build applications that interact with Ecolabs equipment and provide value to our field customers.

• Opportunity for a long-term advanced career path

• Access to best-in-class resources tools and technology

• Thrive in a company that values a culture of safety sustainability inclusiveness and performance

• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment- medical dental vision matching 401k company paid pension stock purchase plan tuition reimbursement and more!

What You Will Do:

• Create and execute detailed manual test plans and test cases based on software requirements and specifications

• Design and implement long-term performance and load testing strategies

• Collaborate with DevSecOps and backend teams to integrate performance testing into CI/CD pipelines

• Identify document and track software defects with detail regarding defect found repro steps system and build info and all the logs to support troubleshooting

• Maintain accurate test documentation including test plans test cases and test results

• Generate QA metrics and status reports for stakeholders

• Provide accurate timeline estimates for assigned testing tasks

• Work closely with developers product owners and other QA team members to ensure comprehensive test coverage

• Participate in Agile/scrum ceremonies as relevant for assigned projects

• Define implement and continuously improve manual QA policies and procedures to deliver consistent and reliable products

• Lead and mentor a team of QA professionals

• Define measure and track manual QA performance metrics

Position Details:

• This position is located Eagan MN

• Work Schedule: full-time standard business hours onsite

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in relevant technical field or equivalent experience

• 8 years experience in manual software testing

• Strong understanding of QA methodologies

• 3 years of experience with Azure Dev Ops or similar

• 3 years of testing experience with Firmware/Embedded systems

• Familiarity with white-box and black-box testing techniques

• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent documentation organizational and communication skills

• Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment

• Ability to work independently and on teams

• Desire to continuously grow knowledge base and skillset

• Collaborative consultative mindset

• Testing experience in ARM based microcontrollers such as ST Micro NXP or Silicon Labs EFM.

• Familiarity with serial communication protocols (CANbus Modbus MQTT)

• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies

• Exposure to automation frameworks and scripting (python C# for future growth)

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