QA Analyst
ABOUT THE TEAM AND ROLE
Are you looking to help bring change and make an impact? We are looking for an enthusiastic and goal-oriented QA Analyst to join our team as we look to expand our QA department. You will be responsible for ensuring that our mobile and web applications are delivered with the highest quality to our users.
theSkimm is a mission-driven digital media company giving millennial women the information they need to live their smartest lives. Our team is a group of fast-moving and creative thinkers who thrive on building products Skimm'rs love.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Perform manual testing of new web and mobile features being rolled out, while assisting Product Managers in finding edge cases and tough scenarios
- Work on various internal testing/debugging tools
- Perform thorough testing to identify defects.
- Document defects in a clear and concise manner.
- Work on the automated test suite, adding new test cases as needed
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 3+ years of experience manually testing web, API, and mobile applications (iOS)
- Knowledge of/experience with industry standard test automation tools & automation frameworks
- Hands-on experience with test planning, test designing and execution.
- Strong attention to detail and able to strongly communicate issues
- Shows creativity and initiative to improve product coverage and effectiveness.
- Experience with JIRA, Testrail, Charles Proxy and/or Postman is a plus!
WHAT WE OFFER
- Comprehensive insurance plans, commuter benefits and 401(k) starting on your first day
- Competitive salary and equity packages
- Flexible vacation policy and generous holiday observances
- One Medical Membership
- Gym membership reimbursement
- Complimentary access to theSkimm's growing suite of membership products
- The opportunity to be part of a values-driven, hardworking and diverse group of people building a membership company that makes it easier to live smarter
ABOUT THESKIMM
theSkimm is a mission-driven digital media company giving millennial women the information they need to live their smartest lives. Since launching in 2012, theSkimm has become a trusted source for a community of millions of Skimm'rs by seamlessly integrating into their existing routines, fundamentally changing the way its audience consumes news and makes decisions. theSkimm's flagship product, the Daily Skimm, remains the fastest-growing newsletter on the market, and the company continues to innovate, finding new ways to Skimm everything from finance and careers to voting, wellness and downtime. theSkimm's product suite has expanded to include two top-rated podcasts, "Skimm This'' and "9 to 5ish," theSkimm mobile app, Skimm Money and Skimm Your Life newsletters, a new virtual course series called SkimmU, and Skimm Studios for innovative in-house video and audio content. theSkimm's first book, How to Skimm Your Life, was released in June 2019 and debuted at #1 on The New York Times Best Seller list.
And we're not done. By continuing to grow the breadth of theSkimm offerings in the life's necessity categories and expanding our products across events, commerce, customized content and audio, theSkimm ecosystem will become the go-to resource for this generation -- and the ones that follow -- in the most critical areas of their lives.
This is a full-time role based in New York, NY with flexibility for remote work. While our employees are continuing to work remotely throughout the remainder of 2021, we are excited to return to HQ in New York, NY next year. Beginning in January 2022, the office will be open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday and NY metro area employees will come together in person a minimum of 3 days per month. All other days are up to the discretion of the employee and they may go in as often as they'd like.
We will require vaccinations for anyone coming to our office. We are following CDC recommendations for any additional boosters, and will always follow CDC and NY state guidance on wearing masks in the office.