The ideal location for this role is on-site in Appleton, WI 4 days per week (Monday - Thursday). We may consider candidates in other areas of Wisconsin with a hybrid schedule of 1-2 days per week on-site in Appleton.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Create a modular test automation framework that allows for effortless future expansion
- Develop exit criteria and corresponding automated test scripts of all software products in order to validate the requirements and business value propositions have been delivered.
- Execute automation tests, troubleshoot/resolve issues and post result via test management tools (X-ray preferred).
- Facilitate business user testing activities and sign off of all new product and feature development.
- Accurately and consistently track defects and work with the engineering team to provide context and support in the resolution of defects and execute re-testing.
- Successfully engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously in a consultative manner.
- Work independently with users and facilitate information flow with Scrum Masters, Software Engineers, Business Analysts and Quality Assurance Analysts.
- Integrate QA automation with existing CICD pipelines.
- Lead test automation user training as new features and products are implemented.
- Mentoring other quality assurance team members (both manual and automation testers).
- Participate in activities to build scalable automation test suites and identify new opportunities for automation.
- Recommend and evaluate modern testing tools based on business, end-user, and technology requirements.
- Identify and raise blockers, challenges and risks.
- An individual who is passionate about understanding software quality testing strategies that support and drive toward an optimal user experience in a software platform.
- An individual who strives for excellence with a laser focus on team communication and facilitation of ideas.
- An individual with a proactive attitude who works well in a fast-paced team environment.
- An individual who communicates and collaborates well with teams in IT and business organizations within the company.
- A critical thinker with good problem-solving skills and an ability to multi-task.
- Strong communication skills to express oneself clearly both verbally and in writing. Persistent, active listening skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships throughout the organization.
- Live our values of High Performance, Caring Relationships, Strategic Foresight, and Entrepreneurial Spirit
- Find A Better Way by championing continuous improvement and quality control efforts to identify opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization.
- Continuously learn and develop self professionally.
- Support corporate efforts for safety, government compliance, and all other company policies & procedures.
- Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering or equivalent experience with Software Testing or Quality Assurance processes
- 2-4 years experience working as a QA Automation Engineer.
- Experience with various automated testing solutions, such as Selenium and Cucumber.
- Experience with various Test Management software, such as Xray and test rails
DIVISION:
IGENU.S. Venture will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H-1B, TN, E-3, F1, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, visa status and other employment‑based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis and must not require U.S. Venture’s sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency except when there is a specific business need.
U.S. Venture will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed recruitment Master Service Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, U.S. Venture shall reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of U.S. Venture.
U.S. Venture, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at (920) 739-6101.
91-00-911-0000Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering or equivalent experience
- 2-4 years experience working as a QA Automation Engineer
- Experience with automated testing tools such as Selenium and Cucumber
- Experience with test management software such as X-ray and TestRail
- Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
- Ability to work on-site in Appleton, WI (primarily Mon-Thu) or hybrid within Wisconsin with on-site days
What We Do
U.S. Venture Partners (USVP) is a leading Silicon valley-based venture capital firm, helping entrepreneurs build world-class companies since 1981. U.S. Venture Partners (USVP), is a venture capital investment firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California in the heart of Silicon Valley focusing on investments in an array of segments including enterprise software, cyber security, consumer, e-commerce, healthcare, and IT-enabled healthcare services. Since its inception USVP has invested $3.9 billion in over 498 companies across a broad range of industries, of which 89 have completed an initial public offering. The firm is currently investing out of its twelfth fund, USVP XII. The USVP team foundation is grounded in four generations of high-technology venture investing and are accomplished venture investors, former CEOs, senior executives and technology company founders that committed to taking an exemplary firm into the 21st century. USVP personnel make up and the firms heritage combine to make us part of the company building process. In many situations the USVP board partner is the first call the entrepreneur makes when faced with strategic decisions, daily challenges and personal support, knowing that we will be there to provide the counsel needed, which is grounded in decades of experience and understanding of our role as coaches and confidantes. The investment team is composed of Casey Tansey, Steve Krausz, Jonathan Root, Rick Lewis, Jacques Benkoski, and Dafina Toncheva. USVP has invested in many world-changing companies, including: Box, Castlight Health, Check Point Software, Concur, GoPro, Guidewire Software, HotelTonight, Imperva, InsideSales.com, Intersect ENT, Omada Health, OncoMed, SanDisk, Sun Microsystems, Threatmetrix, Trunk Club, Trusteer, Yammer, and Zerto. Visit our website for a complete list of investments, portfolio company news and more information on our firm: www.usvp.com. Like us on Facebook and visit us on Twitter: @USVP_






