QA Analyst (OTT testing)

Remote in AMER

About the job

Do you have experience with Charles Proxy and API testing? Do you know how to read log files? Have experience with analytics testing and OTT testing? We are looking for a QA Analyst based in the US to do analytics testing for a large media company! It will be a contract job for the duration of 10 months (starting in March 2023), full-time 40 hours per week (Mon-Fri). 

 

Requirements and info

  • Project duration: 10 months, from March 2023 to December 2023 
  • Location: You are based in the US and can work on West Coast times (UTC -7)
  • Type of testing: Functional + Analytics/AdOps
  • Workload: 40 hours per week (Mon-Fri, mostly 9am – 5pm PST time)
  • Devices needed: Mobile: iOS or Android; Laptop or Desktop (Win or Mac)
  • It's a plus if you have at your disposal some of these devices: Samsung smart TV (Tizen), LG Smart TV, tvOS Apple TV 4K/HD;  
  • Pay rate: 20 – 25 USD per hour                                                        

Experience needed

  • Previous experience using tools like Charles Proxy 
  • Previous experience with API and analytics testing
  • Previous experience in reading logfiles    
  • Great communication skills
  • Experience in writing test cases, QA best practices, testing phases and reporting
  • Experience in bug tracking management systems, in this case JIRA and knowledge management, Confluence.
  • Working experience on TestRail
  • Basic knowledge of CI/CD and DevOps
  • Nice to haves: Previous experience with OTT testing      

What you will be doing

  • Identifying and solving technical challenges related to testing, such as simulating geographical location and using network traffic monitoring tools.
  • Engaging daily with the customer to identify needed testing scope and update the customer on testing progress and results.
  • Raising project and team-related risks, problems, and questions to the relevant stakeholders and taking the initiative to solve them.
  • Reviewing and providing feedback to test plans and tests created by other stakeholders.

Diversity and Inclusion

Testlio is a female-founded, equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and cultures. 

 

FAQ

Prior testing experience can be advantageous, however, the specific experience requirements vary depending on the type of testing involved. For instance, in functional testing and localization testing, we typically validate the necessary skills with certifications or relevant courses. Nonetheless, we are open to individuals with no prior experience in software testing and provide opportunities for them to join our team. Additionally, we offer comprehensive courses to equip all team members with the knowledge of the Testlio process, standards, and testing capabilities we offer.

Testlio seeks quality engineers with a high level of experience and expertise in software testing and quality assurance. Generally, we prefer quality engineers with at least 5 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance, and with a background in computer science, engineering, or a related field.

Testlio Functional Regression Testing Certification requires good knowledge and skill in functional regression testing capability. With this certification we want to make sure that candidates are familiar with the Testlio platform, are capable of following the instructions and scope of the run, and know how to report issues and perform issue reproductions per Testlio standards.

Testlio offers a flexible schedule for freelancers, and the expected workload can vary depending on individual factors such as experience, availability, language skills, and device list. Our freelancers’ workload can range from a few hours per week to up to 30-40 hours per week, depending on the individual’s preferences and the needs of clients.

The Testlio platform supports a wide range of testing types, including functional, regression, exploratory, usability, payments, localization, and analytics testing. Sometimes freelance testers can be asked to perform different kinds of testing during the runs, if they have the necessary skills, e.g. functional and localization.

At Testlio, we pay our testers by the hour (not by the bug). This helps us provide the best tester experience and the best results for our clients. All approved task payments are made weekly via Payoneer or PayPal.

No, Testlio does not handle tax declarations for freelancers. Freelancers are responsible for managing their own taxes and complying with their local tax laws. Testlio recommends that freelancers consult with a tax professional in their area to ensure they are complying with all relevant tax laws and regulations.

Testlio does payments on a weekly basis via PayPal or Payoneer.