Quality Assurance Specialist (Part-time Contract) jobs in United States
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Kake · 1 month ago

Quality Assurance Specialist (Part-time Contract)

positionUnited States
timePart-time, Contract
remoteRemote
senioritySenior Level
date5+ years exp

Kake is a remote-first company seeking a Manual QA Specialist to ensure the quality and reliability of their web and mobile applications. The role involves performing thorough manual testing, collaborating with product and engineering teams, and advocating for high-quality standards throughout the software development lifecycle.

Hiring Manager
Jorge Lopez Romero
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Responsibilities

Perform thorough manual functional, regression, and smoke testing for new and existing features
Identify, document, and track software defects using tools like Jira or Linear, ensuring clear steps to reproduce
Collaborate with product and engineering teams to understand requirements and define clear acceptance criteria
Design and maintain detailed test cases and checklists based on technical specifications and user stories
Conduct cross-browser and cross-platform testing to ensure a seamless experience across various devices and environments
Participate in sprint planning and grooming sessions to provide a QA perspective on feasibility and potential risks

Qualification

Manual software testingSoftware development lifecycleBug tracking toolsAPI testingTest management toolsAnalytical skillsAgile methodologiesSQLAccessibility testingCommunication skills

Required

5+ years of experience in manual software testing for web or mobile applications
Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify complex edge cases and usability issues
Proficiency in bug tracking and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, or Asana)
Experience testing APIs and using browser developer tools to inspect network traffic and logs
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical issues to non-technical stakeholders

Preferred

Familiarity with test management tools like TestRail or Zephyr
Basic understanding of SQL for data verification and backend testing
Exposure to automated testing concepts or a desire to transition into automation in the future
Experience with accessibility testing (WCAG standards) or security testing basics

Benefits

Fully Remote – Simply put, we trust you.
Better Me Fund – We invest in your personal growth and passions.
Compassion is Badass – Join a community that invests in social good.

Company

Kake

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Life is Better with Kake! Kake offers premier teams of software engineers to support some of the world's most prominent and innovative brands.
location
Austin, TX, US
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://kake.co

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Jake Foley
CEO & Founder
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Luke Foley
COO
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