Engineer, Quality Assurance I

Cricket Communications, a subsidiary of Leap Wireless headquartered in San Diego, CA, is an affordable wireless service providing flat-rate unlimited products over high-quality, all-digital wireless networks that feature the latest technology. Cricket serves customers across the United States and is a pioneer of unlimited wireless services with no long-term commitments or credit checks required. Cricket offers customers access to a variety of the latest phones and mobile applications such as unlimited text, instant and picture messaging, Mobile Web, popular games and ring-tones.

We are a fast growing, entrepreneurial, fast-paced, fun place to work. We offer competitive pay; performance-based bonuses; free mobile phone and service; paid time off; and advancement opportunities.

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Position OverviewThe Quality Assurance Engineer I position plays a key role in planning, executing, and documenting the results of both manual and automated testing efforts in diverse software applications and complex environments. The position works closely with other QA Engineers, Project Managers, Business Analysts and Developers in delivering high quality software on time in a fast paced environment.

Essential Functions:

Test Design:Translate technical requirements into detailed test cases.Incorporate manual and/or automated testing methods. Includes multiple test scenarios and should be readable at the user level

Test Execution:Execute manual and/or automated testing using new and/or developed test procedures.Tests executed on a variety of platforms, devices, and environments.Report actual vs. expected results to assist in identifying systems defects.

Defect Tracking:Participates in the tracking and management of application and system defects.Documents defects with indicative data easily understood by development teams.Defect documentation includes reproduction steps, actual vs. expected results, code versions, system specifics, etc.

Internal Relations:Participate in customer and/or management meetings. Learn business functionality of company products as a byproduct of testing.Maintain positive internal customer relations and manage internal customer expectations.

Standards of Practice:Promotes organizational quality assurance best practices.Researches and evaluates testing software and techniques to ensure system quality.

Education:4 year degree in a technical field or relevant work experience required4 year degree in CS, CIS or MIS preferred

Industry ExperienceTelecommunications or High Tech requiredWireless preferred

Job Experience:

1-3 years Software Quality Assurance experience:Test case creationTest executionDefect trackingTest Plan creationFunctional Requirement definition and translationTesting methods: functional, unit, black/white box, regression, performance, load, stress, UAT, database, integration, system, failover, ad-hoc.Manual testingAutomated testing Client Server testingWeb application testing.

Entry level abilities in the following areas:Written and verbal communication skills.Ability to communicate with managerial, administrative, and technical staff.Technical documentation skills.

Entry level knowledge of the following tools:Mercury Quality CenterMercury Quality Test ProVB Script

Our full-time employees enjoy the following benefits:Medical, Dental and VisionDomestic Partner CoverageCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Dependent LifeCompany Paid Disability3 Weeks VacationSick timeHoliday PayJury Duty PayTravel Accident Insurance401(k) with Company MatchEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition AssistanceFlexible Spending AccountsAdoption AssistanceFitness ReimbursementGroup Auto & Home Insurance DiscountDiscounted Phones & Service for Immediate Family

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.Bachelor's Degree,Software,Telecommunications Experience