IT Software Quality Assurance Analyst II

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Quality Assurance Analyst

A Quality Assurance Analyst (QA Analyst) in Arrow’s eCommerce division has the opportunity to do a lot more than validate requirements against software. An Arrow eCommerce QA Analyst works in any way necessary and with anyone necessary to protect the integrity and functionality of Arrow’s eCommerce platform. The QA Analyst is integral to the success of our eCommerce presence and is regarded as such. Arrow’s eCommerce presence not only provides shopping access to over 300 million searchable products, highly interactive design tools, and live access to specialists, but also keeps pace with the demand for the Internet of Things. By 2020, there will be an estimated 50 billion devices connected to the internet.

Your work to assure a rock solid customer experience at Arrow will contribute directly to the future of the internet, five years out.

You will apply your knowledge and expertise to define comprehensive tests, set test expectations and criteria, create and utilize processes for transferring manual tests to automated frameworks, and help provide actionable quality reports. Acquiring the data for millions of electronic parts and making them available to the Makers of the world is not an easy task. Working on a cross-functional Agile team, you will actively drive the quality assurance each sprint in tandem with your teammates. You will have every opportunity to help us reach for our goal of zero escaped defects.

Our team is highly energetic, collaborative, and passionate about our work. We pride ourselves on incorporating the latest test methods, processes, and automation tools into our continuous integration development environment. This allows us to continually improve not only the experience for our customers, but the expediency with which we can deliver new functionality. We’re looking for a team member who wants to work hard to continuously improve their skills with us as we improve the quality, effectiveness, and value of our product.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop a reproducible system for automatically detecting and reporting defects
  • Learning the purpose and value behind each unit of functionality
  • Establishing processes for meeting the automated test needs of multiple projects
  • Collaborating with Quality Assurance Engineers to ensure the validity of automated tests
  • Research new tools and techniques to constantly improve the delivery of a quality product
  • Build not only automated tests, but automated reporting mechanism aimed at get the right information into the right hands
  • Providing automated test management in a continuous integration environment
  • Creating tests that cover functionality, load, security, etc. at the API and GUI levels
  • Working with developers to understand and identify edge case scenarios and provide related risks assessments.
  • Coach and educate others to increase early defect detection rates and decrease defect escape rates.
  • Make a difference

 

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • A passion for learning and applying new test tools and techniques
  • Understanding of REST APIs,
  • Familiarity with Microsoft and Open Source development environments
  • Experience working as a QA Analyst in an Agile environment
  • Ability to discover and document errors produced by Javascript
  • Creation of test cases aligned to stories
  • Working with test engineers to automate tests for future regression testing
  • Ability to maintain a high level of effective communication with onsite and virtual teams.
  • Demonstrated communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Demonstrated self-management and personal accountability

 

WORK HISTORY/QUALIFICATIONS

  • 3+ years’ relevant experience working in a comparable software development environment
  • 1+ years’ experience performing quality assurance analysis in an Agile development environment

 

PREFERRED SKILLS

  • Microsoft .NET web application configuration and deployment
  • Previous experience as a Software Developer, Business Analyst, Product Owner
  • Recent technical knowledge of eCommerce implementation and security challenges
  • Atlassian software development tools

EDUCATION

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Healthcare insurance
  • Vacation/Paid time off
  • 401(k) plan, retirement plan and/or pension
  • Flexible schedule (e.g., work from home)
  • Community involvement opportunities

 

MORE ABOUT ARROW

Arrow helps the world’s best technology companies think “Five Years Out,” working together to innovate the next big thing, after the next big thing. We are a global provider of technology products, services and solutions, with 2014 sales of $22.8 billion. Our team includes 17,000 employees worldwide across more than 460 locations in 56 countries.

 “Five Years Out” is the tangible future and the people who live and work there know that new technologies, new materials, new ideas and new electronics will make life not only different, but better. Not just cheaper, but smarter. Not just easier, but more inspired.

Are you “Five Years Out”? Then you’ll want to be working with us.



At Arrow, we are driving innovation and choice by offering employees a variety of benefits designed to keep you and your family physically and financially healthy.

 

Our comprehensive, competitive benefits program is an important part of your total compensation package. We offer a variety of plans and coverage including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and voluntary benefits as well as resources to help you make cost-effective decisions for you and your family. Everyone counts at Arrow, and our benefits enable you to achieve and maintain better health and plan for your future as we work together toward smarter solutions in tomorrow’s technology.

 

Arrow offers competitive time off for you, which includes accrued vacation time, personal and floating holidays, in addition to other observed holidays. These are granted based on the date you join the company in any given year.

 

http://benefits.arrow.com 

 

EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

 

Arrow Electronics, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please refer to our Hiring Process & Accommodations Request Instructions on our Career Site to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

 

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Location

Our offices are approximately 15 miles south of Downtown Denver. Employees enjoy the easy access to the light rail station and I-25.

An Insider's view of Arrow Electronics, Inc.

What's something quirky about your company?

As a tech company, we showcase the use of tech all throughout our building. We hang art over the building made of various consumer electronics and we even have access to an Electronics Testing lab. My R&D team also loves to make fun code names for our projects, we recently launched Project Deathstar (announced as ArrowPlus powered by Freelancer)!

Stephen

Manager, Product Management and Engineering

What projects are you most excited about?

There is a big drive at Arrow to support tech entrepreneurs, so part of my job involves collaborating and working with local startups - you’d be amazed to see the new ideas coming out of Denver! I get to work closely with local incubators and accelerators, and also plan events and sessions for big events like Denver Start Up week.

Lia

Marketing Specialist

How has your career grown since starting at the company?

I first began my career at Arrow six years ago as a summer intern on the Customer Support team. The career growth I have achieved since has led me to my current role as Delivery Manager of Arrow.com. Through mentorship programs and working with a team that values trust while promoting curiosity, the experiencing has been nothing short of rewarding.

Kristen

Delivery Manager

How do your team's ideas influence the company's direction?

In today’s fast moving world my team is continually collaborating with the business to evolve our digital channels. Combining competitor insight, industry best practices and innovative capabilities we can react quickly to changing needs, design robust solutions, as well as developing innovations for future growth.

Michelle

Director, Technology & Planning

What’s the vibe like in the office?

Our office promotes an open and active vibe that inspires collaboration with your fellow coworkers. The overall environment supports our focus on driving innovation forward.

Taylor

Asset Specialist

What are Arrow Electronics, Inc. Perks + Benefits

Arrow Electronics, Inc. Benefits Overview

At Arrow, we recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That’s why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans, and a solid benefits package. We want our employees to thrive physically, emotionally, financially, and socially. We offer various programs which help you build your wellbeing and health.

•Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
•401k, With Matching Contributions
•Competitive Paid Time Off
•Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
•Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
•Parental Leave Options
•Employee Discount on Annual RTD Pass
•Talent Growth Opportunities
•Casual Work Environment

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Remote work program
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Highly diverse management team
At Arrow, we embrace inclusion and diversity as catalysts for innovation and we are fully committed to equal opportunities for all.
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Childcare benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Company sponsored family events
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Generous PTO
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Free snacks and drinks
Onsite office parking
Onsite gym
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Customized development tracks

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