Software Engineer in Test

About the job

We’re hiring for SDET(s) !

We are expanding our QA team at Avataar and are excited to bring on board a passionate SDET to ensure the delivery of high-quality products. The SDET will play a pivotal role in our QA strategy, focusing on automating testing processes, identifying defects early, and continuously improving our QA methodologies. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is eager to contribute to cutting-edge 3D AI technology.

Company Profile:

Avataar is a leading 3D AI and computer vision platform focused on spatial visual discovery, that uses its patented technology to help retailers convert product images or videos into interactive 3D AR experiences for end consumers. Avataar’s platform powers the largest global e-commerce marketplaces and leading D2C brands, shaping consumer journeys with life-size 3D product evaluation coupled with interactive feature discovery. Avataar’s self-serve product offers API driven integration for merchants & D2C retailers on Shopify, Magento, BigCommerce and other ecommerce platforms. Avataar’s product brings to life the power of spatial depth to consumers’ visual discovery.

By combining the latest advances in Neural Radiance Fields Tech, Neural Rendering, and Generative AI, we have an ambitious plan to define the next generation of visual storytelling. Besides being a founding member of the Metaverse Standards Committee and Co-chair of the Khronos glTF working group, our team is packed with a talented group of professionals and leaders who bring both a hustle for the immediate and the experience of many a battle to the table.

Avataar is a Tiger Global and Sequoia portfolio with series B funding and 10+ US patents in Computer Vision, AI and AR technology. We are in a hyper-growth phase and looking for passionate and driven leaders to join our ambitious, tenacious and status quo redefining team.

Responsibilities

Test Planning and Execution:

• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to review and understand requirements, specifications, and technical design documents.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases that ensure robust coverage and efficiency.
• Prioritise and plan testing activities in alignment with project timelines and release schedules.

Automation:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright and TypeScript, focusing on end-to-end testing.
• Innovate testing approaches using the latest tools and best practices, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in test automation.

Defect Management and Quality Assurance:

• Identify, document, and track defects thoroughly, ensuring timely resolution.
• Perform thorough regression testing to ensure no impact on existing functionality.
• Provide meaningful feedback to developers and work closely with them to resolve issues during the development phase.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, and customer-facing teams, to ensure alignment on quality goals.
• Triage and reproduce defects reported from the field, ensuring customer satisfaction and reliability.
• Communicate test results, metrics, and insights clearly to all stakeholders.

Process Improvement:

• Continuously seek opportunities to optimize and streamline QA processes.
• Assist QA managers in driving test strategy improvements, utilizing data-driven decisions.
• Stay current with industry trends and contribute to the adoption of new tools and techniques that enhance QA efficiency and effectiveness.

required qualifications

• 2-6 years of experience in writing Automated E2E tests using Playwright and Typescript.
• Experience with functional testing of web-apps using relevant tools (for e.g. chrome inspector, html-css selectors, javascript and other visual testing tools).
• Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools and processes.
• Experience in writing clear, concise tests.
• Experience adding tests and features to an Automated Test framework.
• Strong understanding of JavaScript, TypeScript, data structures, and algorithms.
• Demonstrated experience of excellent problem-solving, analytical, and learning skills.
• Experience with Git.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process.
• Experience testing web apps.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, related field or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience with both white box testing.
• Experience with performance and/or security testing is a plus.
• Hands-on experience creating Automation frameworks
• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and React
• Experience testing products which have a canvas like Excalidraw, Canva,etc.
• Working knowledge of interactive 3D graphics, WebGL and related technologies.

Job Location

The opening is at the Bangalore office on a full-time basis.

Avataar’s culture

Since 2015, working gradually and intricately, we have developed a niche, deep technology platform in 3D AI and AR. We work on the state-of-the-art technology and closely partner with market leaders in AR/VR space like Khronos, Meta and Google, thus being curious and keeping abreast in our work is something that runs through our veins. In our consumer obsession, we make our customers win every time. We are always available for each other in times of need, be it professional or personal. We play for the front of the jersey, we debate, agree, or disagree and overcome setbacks through grit, together. Most importantly, we consider ourselves life-long learners in a big, ever-changing diverse classroom.

Belief in Diversity

Avataar is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, identity or expression, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment that provides a sense of inclusion and belonging and is free of discrimination and harassment.