Big Data Manual QA

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS)

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN DTS, you solve challenges by creating innovative solutions.

• Combine the physical and digital, making technology a more dynamic force to solve challenges and serve humanity’s needs

• Work at the convergence of cross channel UX, cloud, insightful data, IoT and mobility

• Empower companies to create new digital business models, enter new markets, and improve customer experiences

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute test scripts to validate data pipelines, transformations, and integrations.

• Formulate and maintain test strategies—including smoke, performance, functional, and regression testing—to ensure data processing and ETL jobs meet requirements.

• Collaborate with development teams to assess changes in data workflows and update test cases to preserve data integrity.

• Design and run tests for data validation, storage, and retrieval using Azure services like Data Lake, Synapse, and Data Factory, adhering to industry standards.

• Continuously enhance automated tests as new features are developed, ensuring timely delivery per defined quality standards.

• Participate in data reconciliation and verify Data Quality frameworks to maintain data accuracy, completeness, and consistency across the platform.

• Share knowledge and best practices by collaborating with business analysts and technology teams to document testing processes and findings.

• Communicate testing progress effectively with stakeholders, highlighting issues or blockers, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.

• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the Azure Data Lake platform's data landscape to ensure thorough testing coverage.

What You Need to Be Successful

• 5-8 years of QA experience with a strong focus on Big Data testing, particularly in Data Lake environments on Azure's cloud platform.

• Proficient in Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics and Databricks for big data processing and scaled data quality checks.

• Proficiency in SQL, capable of writing and optimizing both simple and complex queries for data validation and testing purposes.

• Proficient in PySpark, with experience in data manipulation and transformation, and a demonstrated ability to write and execute test scripts for data processing and validation.

• Hands-on experience with Functional & system integration testing in big data environments, ensuring seamless data flow and accuracy across multiple systems.

• Knowledge and ability to design and execute test cases in a behaviour-driven development environment.

• Fluency in Agile methodologies, with active participation in Scrum ceremonies and a strong understanding of Agile principles.

• Familiarity with tools like Jira, including experience with X-Ray or Jira Zephyr for defect management and test case management.

• Proven experience working on high-traffic and large-scale software products, ensuring data quality, reliability, and performance under demanding conditions.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location

• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)

• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University

• Competitive wellness benefits

• Tuition reimbursement

• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or Protected Veterans status. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training, and competitive compensation. (www.harman.com)

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.