QA Engineer (Contract)
Expa$62,400 - $83,200/year
Part Time
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Software Development, Internet TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
The candidate should have at least 2 years of hands-on manual QA experience with MacOS and desktop applications. Experience managing external QA vendors, organizing and documenting test processes, and triaging technical issues is required. Strong communication skills, familiarity with remote collaboration tools like Slack, Linear, or Jira, and the ability to overlap at least 4 hours with the Eastern Time Zone are also necessary. Familiarity with automation testing and coding knowledge are considered a plus.
Responsibilities
The QA Specialist will manage the external QA vendor, organize existing test suites for improved efficiency, and provide comprehensive test coverage. Responsibilities include writing clear test cases for new features, triaging, investigating, escalating, and helping resolve technical issues, and executing manual QA tests for MacOS and desktop applications to ensure quality before releases.
Skills
Quality Assurance
Manual Testing
Regression Testing
Test Case Design
Issue Escalation
Stability
Problem-Solving
The Browser Company
Develops a user-friendly web browser
About The Browser Company
The Browser Company develops a web browser called Arc, which focuses on providing a more intuitive and organized online experience for users. Arc is designed to be user-friendly and efficient, aiming to improve how people interact with the internet compared to traditional browsers. Unlike many existing browsers, Arc seeks to streamline the browsing process, making it easier for users to manage their online activities. The Browser Company differentiates itself from competitors by targeting a more modern and simplified user experience, backed by a team of experienced professionals from notable tech companies. Their goal is to enhance the way users navigate the web, potentially disrupting the current browser market with their fresh approach.
New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$133.1MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Consumer SoftwareIndustries
51-200Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Remote Work Options
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Home Office Stipend
Paid Parental Leave
Risks
Arc's recent security vulnerability could undermine user trust and adoption.
Dia may face competition from established AI-integrated browsers like Microsoft's Edge.
The freemium model may limit revenue if premium features aren't compelling.
Differentiation
Arc offers a more personal and creative browsing experience than traditional browsers.
The Browser Company is led by seasoned tech professionals from Instagram, Tesla, and Google.
Arc's AI-powered features, like 'Call Arc', enhance user interaction and efficiency.
Upsides
The Browser Company raised $50 million, valuing it at $550 million.
Growing demand for personalized browsing experiences supports Arc's market entry.
The launch of AI-centric browser Dia could attract a wider audience in 2025.
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