Software Engineer I, QA (New Grad)

True Anomaly • Long Beach, CA

2h • Onsite

About The Position

True Anomaly is seeking a detail-oriented Software QA Engineer early in their QA career to help ensure product quality across the software lifecycle. The role involves executing manual and automated tests for full-stack software, documenting defects, and collaborating with developers and product teams. The engineer will participate in Agile team activities and help maintain test scripts in the Playwright framework. This is a three-month temporary employment engagement, with potential conversion to regular employment based on performance and business need. The position is onsite at either the Centennial, Colorado, or Long Beach, California location, with travel to other sites as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent education.
• 0–2 years of experience in software QA or testing; internships count.
• General understanding of the software development lifecycle, testing methodologies, and Agile processes.
• Basic understanding of coding languages; JavaScript is preferred.
• Familiarity with Jira ticketing and Git.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to automation tools such as Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium.
• Experience with API tooling.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, such as GitHub Actions or Jenkins.
• Motivation to learn and grow within the QA industry.
• Team-oriented, proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to manage time and tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible mindset.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual and automated test cases against full-stack software.
• Document and report software defects in Jira during the software lifecycle.
• Participate in Agile sprint planning and stand-ups.
• Collaborate with developers and product teams to clarify requirements and reproduce issues.
• Assist in maintaining a growing repository of manual and automated scripts within the Playwright framework.
• Continuously contribute to QA standards and testing processes.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, with HSA/HRA options.
• Flexible Time Off for exempt employees or accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Parental leave and sick leave.
• Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Dog Fridays.
• Equity participation as part of total compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level