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Job Requisition ID #
25WD86739
Position Overview
Are you an experienced AutoCAD user and developer with hands on industry experience? Looking for a drastic career change without having to stray far from your roots? We're looking for a Principal QA Specialist for the component level testing of subsystems of Autodesk's next generation AutoCAD product.
You should be able to draw upon your subject matter expertise, "takes one to know one" attitude to be able to create business needs and requirements.
This position is for a software tester with a passionate commitment to quality software and best in class user experience. Applying strong development experience, this tester will make significant contributions to the quality of the software component delivered by this development organization. The candidate must implement and maintain a coherent, progressive, "code-based" strategy for white box testing of components. The tester shall also be required to participate in black box testing of the implemented functionality as needed.
The candidate shall work closely with software developers and take an active role in ensuring that the components meet the highest standards of quality.
Responsibilities
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Use software development tools, develops and executes test strategies with the objective of finding defects during the software development process and assuring quality products. Ensures functionality, usability, stability, capacity, and performance
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Plan, design and execute tests for features, functionality, or whole products at the code level, including unit tests, functional tests, performance tests, scenario tests, workflow tests, install tests, and interoperability tests
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Participate in feature team meetings throughout the product development life cycle. Works with development team on spec design to proactively recognize and prevent issues from developing
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Test features to ensure they will interact correctly with other features in production. Provides input into feature design
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Manual testing as well as test automation when possible
Minimum Qualifications
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Extensive work experience in civil, architecture, mechanical, electrical, or software engineering with hands on experience with AutoCAD
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Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering, Civil/Mechanical/Architecture, or other engineering discipline is desirable
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General understanding of software design principles
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Strong problem solving skills with programming experience in C++, VB, .NET/C#, XML, Unicode, or Java
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Knowledge of Selenium, Win 32, and Microsoft UI automation APIs are pluses
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Knowledge of AutoCAD or other competitive CAD software is a strong plus
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Strong written and communication skills, versatile with collaboration tools
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About Autodesk
Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.
We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.
When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!
Salary transparency
Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For Canada-BC based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $104,000 and $143,000. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Diversity & Belonging
We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging and an equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging
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