Quality Assurance Engineer, Alexa, Fire TV, Appstore, Luna_

DescriptionDo you want to transform the way people enjoy interact with Video content on their big screens using Streaming devices like Fire TV? Come join the team that is creating features that allow customers to control Fire TV with Alexa! We are innovating and changing the way our customers interact with media services and devices! With the latest addition of AI capabilities on FireTV Search, you’ll be among the first ones in the space and get to define the customer experience, frameworks and processes for the years to come.Software QA Engineers test code at the user level, with focus on automation. Our QA Engineers use black box, gray box, and white box testing techniques; they are able to understand software internals, debug problems using log files, and use our automation frameworks to develop automated tests.Software QA Engineers work with Software Development Engineers to understand features and technical implementation. Software QA Engineers also work with groups such as Product Management, User Experience Design, and Customer Support to understand customer usage models and develop test plans and test suites that approximate real-world environments and regression tests. Software QA Engineers are also responsible for driving the software development process toward quality-centric methodologies.Key job responsibilities• Test Planning and Execution: Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for new features and product releases.• Bug Identification and Resolution: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, document, and resolve software defects.• Automation Scripting: Develop and maintain automated test scripts to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.• Collaboration: Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure a seamless integration of quality throughout the development lifecycle.• Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in retrospectives and contribute to process improvements to enhance overall product quality.About the teamThe Alexa Voice QA team in Fire TV Experience is responsible for ensuring the highest quality of Alexa Video platforms and features for Alexa customers. Video Domain team is responsible for video providers and consumers to leverage the power of Alexa to deliver world class entertainment experiences. We work with partners both internal and external to provide world class test infrastructure, tools and support in delivering best Alexa Video experience. .Basic Qualifications- 4+ years of quality assurance engineering experience- BS in Computer Science or equivalent combination of technical education and work experience- Knowledge of QA methodology and tools- Hands-on experience in automation development with Perl/Python/JavaScriptPreferred Qualifications- Experience working closely with development and business teams to communicate problem impacts and to understand business requirements.- Experience with automation first mechanisms, TDD or BDD.- Strong organizational skills, tracking multiple test executions simultaneously and are able to synthesize the results- Shows creativity and initiative to improve product test coverage and effectiveness- Comfortable communicating cross-functionally and across management levels in formal and informal settingsAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit mazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $102,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit boutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.