SOFTWARE TEST ENGINEER, ZKX

SOFTWARE TEST ENGINEER
ENGINEERING, ZKX SOLUTIONS
FULL TIME, EXEMPT
HYBRID ROLE, BASED IN GREATER ROCHESTER, NY
ABOUT US:
At ZKX Solutions, our mission is to design state-of-the-art authentication solutions for customers that span all branches of the U.S. military, government agencies, public safety and general enterprise and commercial markets. We are looking for a proactive, energetic, and accuracy minded individual to manage the build and release process and collaborate with our team of engineers.
OPPORTUNITY AT A GLANCE:
In this position you'll be working alongside other engineering professionals. Your day-to-day will consist of collaborating with others at REDCOM to validate our software products and implementations.
Much of your time will be spent developing and executing test plans, test scripts and test methodologies to ensure thorough testing takes place for meeting all designated software specifications and compliance. This position requires problem solving skills, the ability to manage his/her own time and product schedules and the ability to recognize escalation points for various issues. This position requires the ability to communicate and work with others within the organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Test specified product functionality, interoperability, and / or product certification.
• Develop, document, and execute test cases for product functionality.
• Perform regression testing on product functionality and bug fixes to ensure the product is working properly.
• Set-up and maintain test environments.
• Work closely with the development team, such as participating in SCRUM meetings, and follow the CI/CD process.
• Work with the appropriate team members to discover, analyze, and troubleshoot defects.
• Will be required to travel to setup, perform, and provide technical assistance for demos.
• Ability to learn independently and pick up skills/ideas quickly on their own.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ARE REQUIRED TO FULFILL THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Proficient in standard software test practices and design methodologies
• Experience testing software applications in one or more of the following environments: Windows, Linux, Android
• Hands-on Experience with JMeter, Postman, Jenkins
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ARE PREFERRED TO FULFILL THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Experience with Agile/Scrum software product life cycles
• Basic understanding of encryption and/or cryptography
• Familiarity with authentication products and protocols
• Basic knowledge of software source control (e.g. GIT)
• Basic knowledge of databases (e.g. PostgreSQL)
• Experience with Espresso Android Automation tool
• Experience executing test cases for product security and performance
SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Hybrid work environment (work-at-home and in-office)
• This position may require occasional extended work hours to meet project/release goals.
• Travel on an as needed basis
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• The employee must be able to work on a computer workstation for extended periods of time.
• This is a hands-on engineering position requiring the ability to occasionally, and for extended periods of time, stand, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, hear, have visual acuity, and have manual dexterity (use of fingers for fine activities) due to the nature of the complex array of equipment and products.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT:
• No direct reports
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change based on business needs.
About ZKX Solutions:
ZKX Solutions is a sub-division of REDCOM labs which is a private woman-owned small business based in Victor, New York. Our company is focused on software engineering and research in the field of authentication with a special focus on zero-knowledge proofs.
At ZKX Solutions, our mission is to create authentication solutions that reduce and eliminate the cybersecurity risk most corporations and organizations take on when authenticating users to access their service.
Our principal office is in our 140,000 sq. ft. headquarters in the town of Victor, a suburb of Rochester, New York. This state-of-the-art campus is home to a large engineering and development team, along with our customer service, sales, manufacturing, and leadership teams.
What makes ZKX Solutions stand out from most other companies is our team-oriented culture. We encourage our employees to innovate, learn, and explore. We focus on teamwork and working together to grow our platform across various markets.
The wage range for this role considers the range of qualifications that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; education and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each position.
Test Engineer: Hiring Range $65,500 - $70,000
Senior Test Engineer: Hiring Range $74,600 - $82,500
WHY YOU WANT TO WORK FOR ZKX SOLUTIONS:
We have an incredible benefits package including:
• 3 weeks of paid vacation per year, plus a generous sick time policy
• Generous rollover policy
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous medical insurance, with 1 plan covered in full for individual, 2-person and family premiums
• Dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with a match
• Learning & development is strongly encouraged
• Remote friendly work environment
• Beautiful campus and generous office space
• On-site workout facility
• Tuition Assistance Program