Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The following and other duties may be assigned as necessary:
- Design and develop test plans and strategies; consider various testing approaches and methodologies to ensure sufficient breadth and depth of testing approach.
- Work with Project Management Team to identify and plan for QA processes and testing
- Conduct thorough and in depth requirement testing and analysis across a broad range of browsers, operating systems, and mobile devices.
- Identify and address complex compatibility and usability issues on all platforms.
- Select effective testing methods and tools, ensuring alignment with complex project requirements and objectives.
- Identify, document, and report bugs, and contribute to the issue resolution process by providing detailed and constructive information.
- Facilitate communication between QA and development teams for effective and timely bug resolution.
- Actively contribute to risk assessment and impact analysis based on requirement analysis.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure documentation accuracy and completeness.
- Work through complex projects and develop comprehensive test plans that cover all aspects of the testing process.
- Collaborate and communicate with technical teams and key stakeholders by translating technical jargon into accessible language for non-technical stakeholders.
- Maintain appropriate professional designations and up-to-date knowledge of current information technology techniques and tools.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- At least 5 years experience as a QA Engineer
- Advanced knowledge in several software development concepts like source control, agile planning, frameworks, tools and libraries.
- Advanced experience in using test management tools. Advanced knowledge and experience of any Defect Tracking tool.
- Advanced understanding of quality assurance processes and best practices, including test case creation, test planning, test execution, defect tracking, and test reporting, to ensure a systematic and organized QA workflow
- Advanced knowledge and practical experience of CDNs and its testing approaches.
- Intermediate understanding of HTML/ CSS, JSON/ XML
- Proficiency in various testing methodologies, such as black-box testing, white-box testing, regression testing, and acceptance testing, to apply the most suitable approach for different testing scenarios
- Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies and ability to advocate for quality throughout the software development lifecycle, collaborating with developers and product owners to prevent defects and promote a culture of quality
- Practical ability to leverage AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Cursor) to improve QA workflows.
- Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to effectively communicate with clients and the Next League leadership team
- Proven ability to balance multiple priorities, adapt to constantly changing business environment, work independently, drive projects to completion, and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
- Proven track record of at scale solutions for consumer facing digital experiences.
- Proven experience in the sports industry is a plus.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with designers, developers, and product owners
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Location/Work Hours
This role is 100% remote.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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Next League is the leading digital growth consultant and technology solutions partner helping lead the sports industry to know what’s next. Founded by a team of technology veterans with decades of success in sports, Next League is redefining the digital agency and technology services model to unlock new business growth, digital innovation and technology solutions with a commitment to lasting social impact. The people-first, culture-driven approach puts a focus on building inclusive, curious and collaborative relationships that deliver next level digital experiences.
Salary will be commensurate with a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. We strive to provide the best working environment for our team members by offering the following benefits:
- Retirement Plan Programs (with a company match!)
- Unlimited Vacation & Sick Time
- Excellent Health Benefits Packages
- Flexible Working Opportunities (we are a 100% remote business)
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are the care of our culture at Next League. Providing a safe and inclusive space for all team members to ensure their voice is heard is critical to our success. Next League provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
