QA Analyst
Sprout Social is looking for ambitious and experienced testers who are eager to work with the latest technologies in a fast-paced startup environment. You will work extensively with the development team to find issues in our software, as well as write bug reports that describe how to reproduce them. Companies like Adobe, Pivotal Labs, Google, Marvel, and Evernote rely on Sprout to create stronger relationships with their customers through social media.
Our software must be tested early and often, for the benefit of our 16,000 customers. We’re looking for smart, creative, and driven people to build great software with us. If you’re a software tester that can plan test cases, as well as prioritize and administrate your own work, we’d love to talk with you.
Responsibilities
- Manual Testing (Black/Gray Box Testing, Exploratory Testing, Cross Browser Testing)
- Create software test plans
- Identify and prioritize defects within web platform
- Document test scenarios
- Advocate for quality
- Work effectively and efficiently with your immediate and extended teams
Desired Skills & Experience
- Working knowledge of Agile methodologies
- Working knowledge of testing web-based applications
- Working knowledge of testing RESTful services
- 1-3 years of web testing experience
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills – both verbal and written
- Ability to multitask, and work with different size teams
- Committed to professional growth and maintaining high standards
Bonus Points
- Java experience
- Test automation experience
About Sprout Social
Sprout Social powers open communication between individuals, brands and communities through elegant, sophisticated software. We are relentless about solving hard problems for our customers and committed to both customer and team success.
Team Sprout is a group of very talented, smart and passionate people with broad interests and backgrounds. We’re proud to regularly be recognized for software, product and company culture achievements. Our team’s shared belief in Sprout’s mission promotes a culture of openness, empowerment and fun. We have built a benefits program to match the strength of our team. This program includes:
- Insurance and benefit options that are built for both individuals and families, including generous company contributions
- Progressive benefit programs, like our parental leave program and free Divvy bike memberships
- High-quality and well-maintained equipment your computer will never prevent you from doing your best
- Beautiful, convenient and state-of-the-art offices in Chicago’s Loop
- Solid programs in some of the staples: transportation, disability and life insurance
- Wellness initiatives to ensure both health and financial well-being of our team
- Breakfast and lunch options onsite, and more healthy snack options and beverages than you can imagine
- Growing corporate social responsibility program that is driven by the involvement and passion of our team members
Sprout Social is unable to provide H1B sponsorship.