Jobs · Information Technology · California

QA Release Engineer

Horizontal Talent · Foster City, CA · 4 days ago
HybridInformation Technology$38–$74/hrContract

Responsibilities

  • Perform manual and automated testing across functional, regression, integration, and performance scenarios
  • Review developer pull requests and help validate changes before they move through the release process
  • Triage system-flagged scenarios and support first-pass review activities
  • Identify, document, and track defects and regressions in a clear and organized manner
  • Partner with developers, product teams, and designers to surface risk and resolve issues efficiently
  • Support merge workflows and release-related infrastructure activities, including pipedream jobs and related validation steps
  • Conduct root cause analysis on defects and re-test fixes to confirm issues are resolved without introducing new regressions
  • Help improve QA workflows and release processes to reduce inefficiencies and increase developer velocity
  • Prepare concise test updates and status reports that communicate progress, risks, and blockers

Requirements

  • Experience in QA, software testing, or a similar quality-focused role
  • Hands-on experience with both manual and automated testing methods
  • Strong understanding of testing types such as functional, regression, integration, and performance testing
  • Familiarity with issue tracking and project management tools such as Jira
  • Ability to analyze technical changes and assess potential impact or risk
  • Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Skills

  • Experience with test management tools such as TestRail or similar platforms
  • Exposure to release validation or software delivery workflows
  • Comfort working cross-functionally to improve processes and support team-wide efficiency
  • Detail-oriented approach to testing, documentation, and follow-through

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $38 - $74 per hour based on qualifications and experience.

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