Quality Assurance Automation Engineer - Enterprise Cybersecurity Platform

VIAVI Solutions•Minnetonka, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Viavi, we develop advanced network protocol analytics and packet storage solutions. As a Quality Assurance Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality software releases through a combination of manual and automated testing. You'll work in a fast-paced, agile environment where your contributions will have a direct impact from day one. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is passionate about software quality, eager to learn, and ready to take ownership of testing responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
0-3 years of experience in software QA or a related technical role
Demonstrated ability to write and maintain automated tests
Experience with manual testing techniques and test case execution
Familiarity with Selenium or similar automation tools
Basic scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc.)
Understanding of software testing methodologies (functional, regression, integration, etc.)
Strong attention to detail and accountability for quality outcomes
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Enthusiasm for experimenting with cutting-edge Generative AI tools to drive innovation, streamline workflows, and stay ahead of the competition.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to CI/CD tools (Bamboo)
Experience with Jira, Xray, BitBucket or similar tools
Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, VoIP, Layer 7 protocols)
Familiarity with Windows-based systems and services
Exposure to VM management and deployment
Experience or interest in network performance monitoring or distributed systems

Responsibilities

Ensure quality software releases that are stable, performant, and meet customer expectations
Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts for tests
Perform manual testing of Windows desktop and web-based applications
Own and execute test plans that align with product requirements and release goals
Monitor and maintain the CI/CD pipeline to support continuous testing and integration
Log, track, and triage defects using Atlassian Jira
Contribute to the evolution of our test strategy using tools like Xray for Jira
Collaborate with developers, product managers, and QA peers to advocate for quality throughout the development lifecycle
Learn and apply scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) to enhance automation efforts