Overview
We are seeking a QA Product Engineer to support and enhance the systems that enable quality validation for our ArcGIS desktop products. This role focuses on owning and supporting existing automation, test infrastructure, and analysis workflows.
This is a hands-on role centered on ensuring reliable, consistent execution of QA processes across multiple products. You will work closely with QA and development teams to operate testing systems, troubleshoot issues, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce friction through incremental enhancements.
Responsibilities
Execution & QA Systems
- Own and support automated testing and analysis workflows across multiple products
- Execute and monitor recurring test runs, ensuring consistent and reliable results
- Configure test runs, environments, and dependencies based on product needs
- Run and manage static analysis scans (such as Coverity) and generate reports
- Triage analysis results, identifying actionable issues versus false positives
Automation & Tooling
- Maintain and update Jenkins pipelines used for testing and analysis workflows
- Create and modify pipeline jobs and supporting scripts as needed
- Enhance workflow efficiency by tuning configurations and improving automation
- Assist in integrating QA processes into CI/CD systems
Troubleshooting & Environment Support
- Investigate and resolve issues in automation, pipelines, and test execution
- Set up, reimage, and maintain test machines and environments
- Troubleshoot environment-related issues impacting testing reliability
- Support tool updates, configuration changes, and system stability improvements
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in software development, QA, or a related technical field
- Experience working with CI/CD systems or automated test workflows (Jenkins preferred)
- Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (such as C#, Java, or Python) with the ability to read and understand code
- Experience working with static analysis tools (Coverity preferred) or similar tools (such as SonarQube, Polyspace)
- Understanding of software quality concepts, including code quality, defect identification, and basic security considerations (such as common CWE types)
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across automation, environments, and test systems
- Ability to manage priorities and tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated with an interest in continuous learning
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field
Recommended Qualifications
- Experience with static analysis tools such as Coverity, SonarQube, or similar
- Proficiency in scripting (such as Python) for automation, tooling, or reporting
- Familiarity with software testing workflows, SDLC, and “shift-left” quality practices
- Familiarity with source control (Git), build systems, and CI/CD workflows
- Experience working with or supporting automated test frameworks
- Experience managing or maintaining test environments, lab machines, or virtual machines
- Experience troubleshooting issues in automation pipelines, test execution, or system environments
- Previous experience working in a fast-paced software development environment
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Total Rewards
Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
The Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.
If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
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Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience in software development, QA, or a related technical field
- Experience working with CI/CD systems or automated test workflows (Jenkins preferred)
- Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (such as C#, Java, or Python) with ability to read and understand code
- Experience working with static analysis tools (Coverity preferred) or similar tools (such as SonarQube, Polyspace)
- Understanding of software quality concepts, including code quality, defect identification, and basic security considerations (common CWE types)
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across automation, environments, and test systems
- Ability to manage priorities and tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated with an interest in continuous learning
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field
- Familiarity with software testing workflows, SDLC, and shift-left quality practices
- Proficiency in scripting (such as Python) for automation, tooling, or reporting
- Familiarity with source control (Git), build systems, and CI/CD workflows
- Experience working with or supporting automated test frameworks
- Experience managing or maintaining test environments, lab machines, or virtual machines
- Previous experience working in a fast-paced software development environment
Esri Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Esri and has not been reviewed or approved by Esri.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests health coverage is a standout, with full company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums frequently cited as uncommon and valuable. Comprehensive options, including mental health support and FSAs, reinforce confidence in core healthcare benefits.
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Affordable Benefits — Feedback suggests employer-paid premiums lower out-of-pocket costs, which many view as a meaningful offset to lower cash pay in some roles. This affordability underpins satisfaction with total compensation even when salaries are seen as moderate relative to tech hubs.
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests 401(k) matching and profit sharing are valued components that strengthen long-term financial security. These programs contribute to a perception of stability and a well-rounded total rewards package.
Esri Insights
What We Do
As a leading location intelligence platform provider (Forrester Wave 2020), Esri empowers leaders with innovative tools to help create sustainable prosperity. Esri's customers drive digital transformation by embracing the power of location. We pioneer problem solving with GIS to help you see what others can’t. We build ArcGIS, the world’s most powerful mapping & spatial analytics software. ArcGIS software and apps combine mapping and data analytics to deliver location intelligence and meet digital transformation needs for organizations of all sizes.
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