[Remote] Manual Test Engineer at Accela

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Requirements

Good understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
Good knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and processes
Experience with API testing (e.g., Postman)
Good experience with test management tools (e.g., JIRA,X-Ray,Azure, TestRail. Aqua)
Good analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve test failures and enhance overall test coverage
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with manual testing of software applications across various platforms (web, mobile, desktop)

Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and define clear testing goals
Create and manage test assets: Design, document, and maintain test cases and test plans in a management tool, ensuring coverage and traceability
Execute end-to-end testing: Perform system, integration, regression, and exploratory testing to validate functionality and identify defects
Analyze and report defects: Investigate issues, perform root cause analysis, and collaborate with developers to ensure timely resolution
Contribute to process improvement: Review and optimize test cases regularly, and provide input on story grooming and test effort estimation
Support UAT activities: Assist clients during User Acceptance Testing by providing training, guidance, and coordinating sign-off for releases
Collaborate with team members to improve and enhance the testing process

Skills

Accela

Cloud-based solutions for government agencies

About Accela

Accela provides cloud-based solutions designed for government agencies to enhance civic engagement and streamline operations. Its main product, the Construct API, enables developers to create applications that improve interactions between government entities and citizens. These applications can assist with various civic functions, including permitting, licensing, code enforcement, and public health management. Accela differentiates itself from competitors by offering a subscription-based Software as a Service (SaaS) model, along with open-source tools and resources that foster a community of developers focused on civic technology. The company's goal is to improve efficiency, transparency, and citizen satisfaction in government services.

San Ramon, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1999Year Founded

$151.4MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Government & Public Sector, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Family Planning Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Mental Health Support

Risks

Emerging civic tech startups pose a threat to Accela's market share.

Integration challenges with OpenCounter may disrupt service delivery.

Economic downturns could reduce government spending on Accela's SaaS solutions.

Differentiation

Accela offers a comprehensive suite of cloud-based solutions for government agencies.

The Construct API enables developers to enhance civic engagement and streamline operations.

Accela's acquisition of OpenCounter simplifies permitting and licensing processes for users.

Upsides

Increased demand for digital government services boosts Accela's SaaS offerings.

Smart city initiatives globally expand Accela's market reach.

Data-driven decision-making in government operations increases demand for Accela's analytics capabilities.

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