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Join Our Team as a Quality Assurance Specialist

At REDspace, we believe that a diverse workforce enhances our creativity and innovation. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including BIPOC, women in non-traditional roles, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

About REDspace

REDspace is dedicated to transforming intricate challenges into straightforward solutions by utilizing advanced technologies and industry-leading practices. Our extensive portfolio spans across sectors such as media & entertainment, energy, defense, and healthcare, and we continue to expand our horizons. Our expertise includes streaming media frameworks, cross-platform applications, systems integration, and data analytics. We collaborate with prominent clients like Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount, PlutoTV, Apple, Emera, IBM, and Sesame.

Role Overview

As a Quality Assurance Specialist at REDspace, you are recognized for your thoroughness, analytical mindset, and attention to detail. You leverage these attributes to rigorously test and validate every project, ensuring optimal quality while effectively communicating with team members and documenting outcomes. Staying informed about the latest devices and their functionalities is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand and gather project specifications.
• Execute test cases, occasionally employing automated testing methods.
• Propose enhancements to elevate user experience.
• Document issues in designated tracking systems to provide clarity on testing outcomes and necessary improvements.
• Validate resolutions and confirm feature implementations.
• Engage in various testing phases, including User Acceptance Testing, smoke, regression, and ad-hoc testing.
• Compile and review test result summaries with stakeholders to ensure comprehensive test coverage through manual test cases.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in computer science, information technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a software testing role is preferred.
• Proven ability to assess software quality and refine processes.
• Experience in enterprise-level services testing/QA.
• Familiarity with traffic analysis tools such as Charles Proxy or Postman.
• Understanding of web technologies (Headers, Cookies, URL manipulation, etc.).
• Exposure to OTT devices (e.g., Roku, Chromecast).
• Development experience is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to contextual differences.
• Familiarity with quality assurance tools, ticketing systems, and project management software like Jira.
• Comprehensive knowledge of website architecture, mobile applications, set-top boxes, and online gaming.
• Understanding of quality assurance best practices and software testing methodologies.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Capability to work independently and collaboratively with developers, project managers, creative directors, and clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a similar industry or with comparable products.
• Familiarity with test automation frameworks such as Selenium or Appium.
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, JavaScript, or Shell scripting.

Working at REDspace

At REDspace, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth.

Your Well-being

• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, EFAP, and life insurance coverage.
• Pension plan contribution matching.
• A flexible Health Spending Account and/or Lifestyle Spending Account.

Your Career Development

• Competitive compensation package based on experience.
• Weekly project and technology sharing sessions.
• Access to a variety of training materials, including Udemy Business.
• Professional development allowance and team-oriented education strategy.
• Regular check-ins with leadership.

Your Work Environment

• A hybrid work model requiring in-office presence three days a week, with remote work options for the remaining days.
• A modern office equipped with amenities such as free parking, an on-site gym/sauna, and complimentary refreshments.
• Fully remote positions available for candidates outside the specified area, where applicable.
• Opportunities for social and team-building events.
• Charitable donation matching program.

Our Commitment to Diversity

At REDspace, we recognize that diverse backgrounds, talents, and perspectives strengthen our organization and enrich our communities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that promotes knowledge sharing and collaboration, empowering our employees to excel.

We strive to create a workplace that values and respects every individual, ensuring that our hiring practices are based solely on merit and skill.

Our Hiring Process

• Resume Review: Our Hiring Team will evaluate your resume.
• Introductory Call: If your qualifications align, you will be contacted for an introductory conversation.
• Technical Assessment: Depending on the role, you may be invited for a technical interview or assessment.
• Final Interview: Selected candidates will participate in a final team interview.
• Offer: Successful candidates will receive an offer to join our team.

*Please note that this is our typical recruitment process; some roles may have different or additional steps.