Job Title:
QA Analyst

Company: PerkSpot

Location: chicago, IL

Created: 2024-04-20

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

PerkSpot is searching for a QA Analyst to join our Engineering team! Founded in 2006, we are on a Mission to Save Our Members Money by providing exclusive access to the best discounts available - anywhere. We ensure employees see offers curated to their interests, allowing them to save on electronics, home goods, meal delivery, mortgages, travel, and all the other little"”and big"”things that will make life a bit easier.What you'll accomplish:Working with the Tech team to develop and enforce PerkSpot's QA standardsCollaborating with team members to understand, develop, and test newexisting features of the PerkSpot platformCreating and executing manual and automated feature testsCreating and executing regression and smoke testsDocumenting and reporting on all resultsPrioritizing product issues and strategizing ways to resolve themWorking actively to make PerkSpot's platform the best it can beAdhering to deadlines and requirements of assigned projects; working on additional projects to meet the overall needs of PerkSpotActively seeking out new QA developments and trends; using these to inform the overall QA strategy at PerkSpotWhat we're looking for:1-3+ years of experience in QA and process engineeringBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalentProven understanding of manual and automated QA strategies preferredProfessional experience in SQL testing with expertise in writing and executing CRUD queriesFamiliarity with Agile methods of project managementUnderstanding of user experience as it relates to product design and developmentExceptional communication and collaboration skills and a desire to learn and growProven ability to adhere to deadlines, stay organized, and understand project limitationsPositive attitude and a thoughtful approach to all workExperience testing Mobile applications (iOS and Android)Experience testing API'sExperience using Selenium, JIRA, or JIRA Zephyr is a plus!Experience testing React applications is a plus!Background knowledge in KanbanLean processes is a plus!About PerkSpot:PerkSpot is the trusted employee discount platform that provides meaningful, personalized savings on the things that matter most. Our approach is simple, inspiring others to love where they work by offering the steepest, most intentional discounts on over 1,000 reputable brands. From local deals to big-name nationwide offerings, our 98% retention rate speaks for itself.We are an established company with a strong foundation, growing consistently and steady. What does that mean for you? The opportunity to hit the ground running and see the impact of your work! As a leader in the industry, we're committed to doing more - developing better products, reaching more employers, and getting more members engaged with our platform. Our passion is to make every place a great place to work, starting with our own.Your first few months as a PerkSpotter:Providing value doesn't have to wait, from day one we are open to your big ideas. In your first few months, you will...Meet the team! We think our people are pretty great so we want to ensure you're introduced to all of the right team members to help you succeed. You'll spend quite a bit of time with the Software Engineers, Product Managers, Web Platform Stakeholders, and Project Managers.Get to know PerkSpot! Immerse yourself in the business, engage with internal stakeholders, and participate in monthly company-wide All Hands meetings.Sharpen your skills! You will become very familiar with the technology and tools that we use; Azure, Jira, Confluence, Github, and .NET just to name a few.See your impact! This is a uniquely high-impact role directly driving the growth of one of Perkspot's newest and most significant lines of business!Participate in company-wide events! Whether it's office miniature golf or a raffle gameshow, company culture is at the forefront of our business.The perks and benefits:With a name like PerkSpot, it's no secret that employee perks are kind of our thing. Below are a few of the many perks and benefits we offer to our prehensive medical, dental, vision insurance effective on your first day of employment, and 100% employer-funded short-term & long-term disability insuranceOpen PTO policy & fully-paid parental leave401(k) with company match and free financial consulting from Holberg FinancialWFH flexibility and home-office expense budgetFree lunch in the office, on-site gym access, bring your pet to work!Access to our exclusive perks & discountsHow to apply:All applications will be kept strictly confidential. Please submit a resume and cover letter telling us how you stack up to the qualifications, plus any other information you feel would be relevant to PerkSpot. Don't be afraid to show your spark and personality!All positions require a full background screening.Offering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is a priority at PerkSpot. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.