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Form of workWHO WE ARE
Lindblad Expeditions is the pioneer in the Expedition Travel space, from taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, to opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, to leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, to launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004. Now taking nearly 25,000 guests per year to some of the world's most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 16 ships, we do whatever it takes to ensure our guests experience the "Exhilaration of Discovery".
JOB SUMMARY
The Quality Assurance Engineer, Web position at Lindblad Expeditions will play a critical role in implementing new features and functionality across the consumer-facing website. Candidates who apply for the role will have experience with manual and automated testing for front-end web applications integrating with a headless CMS as well as REST API services. A strong attention to detail with a strong understanding of industry best practices, and the ability to thrive within a collaborative team environment will be key to this role's success
DUTIES
- Own all aspects of the Quality Assurance testing throughout the SDLC, working closely with our product, design, and engineering teams.
- Develop Quality Assurance processes that ensure the timely delivery of quality digital products.
- Create and maintain test automation frameworks to assist in the functional, regression, and release testing of the website.
- Partake in the day-to-day testing activities of sprint related work, involving functional testing of tickets, writing test cases, and assisting in release and UAT activities.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and track defects to resolution with accurate, detailed, and concise reports.
- Assist developers in discovering and researching defects and recommend system enhancements.
- Act as the team subject matter expert for web products.
- When applicable, assist in the coordination of larger UAT efforts with other business units.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years experience in web Quality Assurance/quality engineering.
- Fundamental knowledge of Javascript, Typescript, Python, or other automated testing focused programming languages.
- Familiar with modern automated testing platforms such as Playwright and/or Cypress.
- Deep understanding of software testing methodologies and practices - functional testing, regression testing, acceptance testing, test design, etc.
- Experience in test case management tools such as TestRail.
- Experience testing GQL and/or REST JSON API's.
- Experience testing CMS platforms.
- Experience testing systems with ETL workflows.
- Experience testing responsive websites - desktop, tablet, and mobile.
- Ability to work independently as well as within a collaborative team environment.
- Ability to articulate technical concepts and communicate effectively with other team members.
- Understanding of modern software delivery practices.
$90,000 - $98,000 a year
This role is eligible for an annual bonus.
OUR BENEFITS
Travel benefits for employees and their family
Voyage of Discovery trips for employees to travel as guests
Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) plan with employer match
Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to be used for out-of-pocket medical and dependent care
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit
7-8 Paid Holidays
2-3 Floating Holiday Options (pro-rated per start date)
Up to 15 days of vacation (pro-rated per anniversary year)
Parental Leave
Sick/personal days per city & state ordinance
Pet Insurance discount
Communication Skills
Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos. Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee will also be required to write and type. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
COMPENSATION STATEMENT
Lindblad Expeditions determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.
For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant's location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
At Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.
Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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