Associate Engineer - Software QA at TiVo Careers | Jobs at TiVo — San Jose, USA | Base Career

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Manage test devices and logistics, including setup, maintenance, tracking, and recovery
Set up, maintain, and validate test environments for team ‑ owned software components
Document test cases, test results, issues, and test methodologies clearly and consistently
Execute manual test cases based on defined use cases, requirements, and test specifications
Run certification and compliance tests, collect evidence, and summarize results
Report defects with clear reproduction steps and track progress using issue ‑ tracking tools
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners on test execution, results, and scheduling

Analyze test failures by reviewing logs, identifying patterns, and isolating root causes
Support senior QA members in improving local test infrastructure and processes
Gradually contribute to test automation efforts (e.g., scripting, framework enhancements)
Explore new tools and approaches that improve testing efficiency and effectiveness

BS degree in CS, EE, OR at least 2 years of relevant experience in software testing or quality validation
Basic familiarity with Linux ‑ based environments
Ability to communicate effectively in English within an international team
Strong problem ‑ solving skills with experience analyzing logs and system behavior
Detail ‑ oriented mindset with a strong focus on product quality and reliability
Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow in a fast ‑ moving technical environment

Develop a solid understanding of product use cases and user scenarios
Apply basic and standard software test methodologies (e.g., functional, regression, exploratory testing)
Continuously improve test coverage and clarity through feedback and iteration
Hands ‑ on experience working with real products and embedded systems

Opportunities and Environments

Mentorship and learning opportunities from experienced QA and engineering professionals
Exposure to international collaboration and partner ‑ facing testing activities
Opportunities to grow toward automation, advanced testing methodologies, or QA specialization
Competitive compensation (salary, equity and bonuses) and comprehensive benefits designed to foster work-life balance, care for your health, protect your finances and help you save and invest for the future.
Generous paid time away from work, including flexible time off, holidays and sick time, health and wellness initiatives, and a charitable match program to help you give back to your community.
Great perks, which vary by location and can be site-specific: employee discounts, transportation reimbursements, subsidized cafes and fitness facilities.
A flexible, hybrid work environment combining the best of in-office collaboration and community-building along with the benefits of working from home.

Associate Engineer - Software QA