Software Test Engineer 1

Software Test Engineer 1

This position will require the candidate to test Windows based software operating Illumina's sequencing instrumentation. The candidate will work with automated tests on a regular basis and will also utilize SQA skills to write and execute manual tests in accordance with the company's established SDLC methodology. The successful candidate will display a strong sense of ownership, motivation, and attention to detail.

Job Responsibilities:

• Write and execute manual tests. Execute automated SW tests. Carefully analyze and document test results.
• Operate a variety of laboratory instrumentation and simulators to perform integration testing, system testing, and functionality testing
• Report on test activities
• Assist software developers and domain experts in designing, performing, and improving verification tests
• Work with scientists, technicians, engineers, marketing, and project management to deliver commercial and internal SW systems
• Work in Scrum (Agile) teams within the software group, closely coordinating with software developers, systems analysts, and software project managers

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in bioscience, computer science, or engineering related area
• 0-1 years operating, testing, and supporting SW for mechanical instrumentation
• 1-2 years experience working in Software Quality Assurance or other areas of the SDLC to test Windows-based GUI systems
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server, Agile (Scrum)
• Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Understanding of Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, or related field of biology
• Familiarity with Gene Expression, Genotyping, Sequencing, Microarrays, and/or LIMS
• Understanding of Mechanical Engineering
• Possess proven troubleshooting skills
• Be curious, detail oriented, and analytical, with a proven ability to learn quickly
• Be customer-focused, team-oriented, and motivated, taking ownership of assigned tasks
• Have proven ability to self-manage, as well as manage interdisciplinary relationships

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