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We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

QA Analyst I

Job Summary

As a QA Analyst, you will be a critical member of our team developing iPhone, Android and web apps that enable IoT devices. This isn’t an average position where you might be restricted to one small piece of an application, but the opportunity to test and validate high performing software as part of a commercial product. As part of a closely knit and collaborative product team, you will be working with Product Managers, Business Analysts, UX/UI Designers, and Testers to deliver engaging IoT-based solutions for Generac customers.

You’ll need to be well versed in mobile and web apps, API’s, cloud infrastructure, SQL and NoSQL databases and modern testing approaches and tools. Working closely with the technical team you will be responsible for executing test cases, developing simple test cases, and completing product testing under the direction of a senior level tester.

Essential Duties

• Write simple test plans. Execute test plans written by others. Record and document the results of the testing and provide insight into the variances between the planned results versus actual results to the software development team as appropriate.

• Run Suite of regression tests to help support system releases.

• Participate in backlog grooming and agile team meetings.

• Help troubleshoot production issues.

• Operates and maintains test accounts.

• Improve technical expertise in testing tools and processes

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Business, Arts program, Or two-year degree plus relevant industry experience, Or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ months experience in software testing role (internship, co-op, or contract experience)

• Prior testing experience including web, API, database, mobile applications, and IoT testing

• Prior experience troubleshooting web and mobile applications to identify field issues

• Prior experience creating simple test plans

• Prior experience providing status updates on work

• Familiarity with SQL and/or NoSQL databases

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic understanding of testing activities and testing processes

• Able to work as part of a large implementation team that executes in an agile fashion

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills

• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Excellent time management skills, able to meet deadlines, manage time effectively

• Takes a collaborative approach to testing/troubleshooting

• Able to work collaboratively with other team members, and take directions from others

Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

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Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.