A Moving Experience.
Summary/ Opportunity
Welcome to Cerence, where innovation in artificial intelligence meets excellence to redefine human-machine interaction. As a global leader in cutting-edge technologies such as voice recognition and conversational AI, we are shaping the future of how we connect to the world around us. At Cerence, our mission is to make interactions with technology more intuitive, safer, and enjoyable. Join our dynamic team and be part of a world where AI fuels innovation, and the future is already here.
Cerence Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to join our dynamic team focused on mobile applications. As a Senior QA Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our mobile applications across various platforms. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including software development, product management, and UX/UI design, to deliver high-quality mobile experiences to our users.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for mobile applications, covering functional, performance, usability, and regression testing.
- Collaborate with software developers to identify and prioritize test cases based on requirements and user stories.
- Design, implement, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks for mobile application testing.
- Conduct manual testing as needed to validate the functionality and user experience of mobile applications.
- Perform root cause analysis of defects and work with development teams to ensure timely resolution.
- Continuously monitor and improve the quality assurance process to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior members of the QA team, sharing best practices and industry standards.
- Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in mobile application testing and quality assurance.
Who you are:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Proven experience (4+ years) in quality assurance for mobile applications, with a focus on iOS and Android platforms.
- Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
- Proficiency in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and test cases.
- Hands-on experience with automated testing tools and frameworks such as Appium, XCTest, Espresso, or similar.
- Solid programming skills in languages such as Java, Swift, Kotlin, or Python.
- Experience with Agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and tools (JIRA, Confluence).
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Certifications such as ISTQB Certified Tester, Agile Tester, or similar are a plus.
Join Cerence Inc. and be part of a talented team driving innovation in mobile applications for the automotive industry. Help shape the future of connected mobility!
Cerence Inc. (Nasdaq: CRNC and www.cerence.com) is the global industry leader in creating unique, moving experiences for the automotive world. Spun out from Nuance in October 2019, Cerence is a new, independent company that has quickly gained traction as a leader in the automotive voice assistant space, working with all of the world's leading automakers from Ford and Fiat Chrysler to Daimler, Audi and BMW to Geely and SAIC to transform how a car feels, responds and learns. Its track record is built on more than 20 years of industry experience and leadership and more than 325 million cars on the road today across more than 70 languages.
As Cerence looks to the future and continues an ambitious growth agenda, we need someone to join the team and help build the future of voice and AI in cars. This is an exciting opportunity to join Cerence's passionate, dedicated, global team and be a part of meaningful innovation in a rapidly growing industry.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Cerence is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, genetic information and other protected classifications. Cerence Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
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