Associate Software Engineer in Test

Associate Software Engineer in Test

Chennai, India

The Opportunity:  

Anthology offers the largest EdTech ecosystem on a global scale, supporting over 150 million users in 80 countries. Our mission is to provide dynamic, data-informed experiences to the global education community so that learners and educators can achieve their goals.

We believe in the power of a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. As we expand globally, we are committed to making diversity, inclusion, and belonging a foundational part of not only our hiring practices but who we are as a company.   

For more information about Anthology and our career opportunities, please visit www.anthology.com.  

This role focuses on our Web and Mobile application for Blackboard Learn Ultra, which allows students to access the power of our solutions anytime, anywhere. You'll help with building this web and mobile app that gives learners the information they want, the connections they crave, and the personalization they demand, on the go.
 

We’re looking for an Associate Software Engineer in Test to have primary accountability for testing various web and mobile applications, backend applications, and API’s. The testing includes projects undergoing new development and regular maintenance cycles. The SET team is responsible for working with functional business analysts and enhancement of business applications.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Serving as an expert in Anthology’s products, including their functionality and performance
• Performing end to end testing to ensure the quality of the applications
• Building automated tests to perform functional testing and regression testing
• Working in an agile environment to ensure quality and on-time deliveries
• Being involved in SET planning
• Researching and experimenting with new technology that will advance future projects 
• Adhering to established delivery methodology, quality standards and best practices

The Candidate:

Required skills/qualifications:

• Up to 2 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s/master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of Software Testing methodology
• Excellent logical thinking and problem-solving skills

Preferred skills/qualifications:

• Previous experience in the education or knowledge management industry and e-learning technologies
• Good understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git/Stash/GitHub
• Experience in the full STLC lifecycle
• Knowledge of Manual or Automation testing concepts
• Knowledge of preparing Test cases
• Knowledge of JavaScript, Java, Appium, and Selenium
• Knowledge of RESTful web services
• Agile project experience along with working on Agile tools like JIRA/Confluence and ADO
• Experience in Web and Mobile Application testing

The Office:

We have an office in one of the biggest cultural, economic, and educational centers in South India: Chennai.

• Located on OMR, the IT corridor of South Chennai
• Easy access to Velachery, Thiruvanmiyur Railway station, and bus stop
• Very close to Tidel Park, Ascendas, and SRP Tools – Holiday Inn
• The office provides lunch and snacks on all working days
• The office is situated behind Hotel Turyaa on the 5th floor of Rayala Techno Park
• Fun Committee, Happy Fete Team, Food Committee, and Sports Committee ensure fun at work
• ISR Team actively engages employees in contributing to various local charities

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.    

Anthology is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, protected military/veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.