Software QA Engineer
NVIDIA · Pune City, Maharashtra, India
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- On site
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Pune City, Maharashtra, India
Job highlights
- Ensure quality for NVIDIA's next-gen products.
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans.
- Analyze and troubleshoot software and hardware issues.
- Collaborate with development engineers.
- Requires BS CS/EE and 3+ years experience.
About the role
About The Role
NVIDIA is looking for talented Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineers to join our team and contribute to the development of next-generation Graphics, Compute, and SOC products. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of NVIDIA's software throughout the entire chip and product development lifecycle. We are seeking individuals with a strong understanding of software quality, a focus on bug-free releases, and knowledge of graphics and compute concepts. A deep understanding of current-generation PC/hardware architecture, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to meticulous engineering practices are essential.
Note: This Software QA position is focused on system software. Experience with Selenium web testing is not applicable.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Validate products by developing, applying, and maintaining quality standards through systematic testing.
- Develop, modify, and execute comprehensive test plans.
- Analyze and write test standards and procedures.
- Maintain documentation of test results to aid in debugging and modifying GPU, SOC, and Compute profiles.
- Analyze test results to ensure existing functionality and recommend corrective actions.
- Consult with development engineers to resolve issues.
- Provide feedback in the preparation of technical appraisals of programming languages, systems, and compilation software.
- Ensure quality computer integration into the overall functions of scientific compilation, data acquisition, and processing.
What We Need To See
- BS degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of experience.
- Ability to build PCs/Systems, including assembly, setup, and installation.
- Strong experience in executing test plans, interpreting, and communicating results.
- Strong experience in writing new tests and flows.
- Experience in developing robust QA processes.
- Experience in troubleshooting routine problems that may occur during test plan additions and executions.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- System SW QA experience is preferred.
Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd
- Familiarity with scripting languages, AI-based tools, and automation is a plus.
Key skills/competency
- Software Quality Assurance
- Test Plans
- System Software
- Bug Tracking
- GPU Testing
- SOC Testing
- Hardware Architecture
- Process Development
- Problem Solving
- Communication
Skills & topics
- Software QA Engineer
- Quality Assurance
- System Software
- Test Plans
- Bug Free Releases
- Graphics
- Compute
- SOC
- Hardware Architecture
- NVIDIA
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your system SW QA experience, PC building skills, and test plan execution.
- Showcase technical expertise: Emphasize your understanding of graphics, compute, and hardware architecture in your application.
- Demonstrate quality focus: Provide examples of your experience in developing QA processes and ensuring bug-free releases.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with test plan development, execution, and troubleshooting.
- Highlight communication skills: Prepare to articulate your thoughts clearly, as written and verbal communication are key.
Technical preparation
Master PC assembly and system setup.,Practice writing detailed test plans.,Study graphics and compute concepts.,Familiarize with system software testing.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex bug you found.,How do you ensure meticulous engineering?,How do you collaborate with developers?,How do you handle conflicting priorities?
Frequently asked questions
- What specific experience is required for the Software QA Engineer role at NVIDIA?
- For the Software QA Engineer position at NVIDIA, we require a BS degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering, coupled with at least 3 years of relevant experience. Key experience areas include executing test plans, interpreting results, writing new tests and flows, developing QA processes, and troubleshooting routine issues. System software QA experience is highly preferred.
- Is Selenium experience relevant for this NVIDIA Software QA Engineer job?
- No, Selenium web-related experience is not applicable for this specific Software QA Engineer position at NVIDIA. This role is focused on system software testing, not web application testing.
- What hardware knowledge is beneficial for this NVIDIA role?
- A strong understanding of current-generation PC/hardware architecture is highly beneficial. Additionally, the ability to build PCs/Systems, including assembly, setup, and installation, is a requirement for this role.
- What are the main responsibilities of a Software QA Engineer at NVIDIA?
- The main responsibilities include validating products through systematic tests, developing and executing test plans, maintaining quality standards, analyzing test results, consulting with development engineers on issue resolution, and ensuring quality computer integration.
- Are scripting languages or automation skills an advantage for this role?
- Yes, familiarity with scripting languages, AI-based tools, and automation is considered an added advantage for this Software QA Engineer position at NVIDIA.
- What kind of communication skills are needed for this NVIDIA position?
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a requirement for this Software QA Engineer role. This includes the ability to interpret and communicate test results clearly and consult effectively with development engineers.
- What is the expected educational background for this NVIDIA role?
- The expected educational background for this Software QA Engineer role is a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science (CS) or Electrical Engineering (EE).