Sr. QA Engineer

Description
What We Do
Shape the future of cybersecurity at Forescout. Every day cyberattacks threaten to disrupt hospitals, power grids, financial systems, and the infrastructure we all depend on. At Forescout, we build the defenses that keep civilization running smoothly in an increasingly connected world.

For more than 25 years, Fortune 100 organizations, government agencies, and large enterprises have trusted Forescout as their foundation to manage cyber risk, ensure compliance, and mitigate threats. From power grids and healthcare systems to financial networks and transportation hubs, Forescout protects the critical infrastructure of our modern world.

(Only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents will be considered for this position.)
(Hybrid position two-three days a week, Tues/Wed/Thurs, in the Plano office.)
What You Will Do
If you are highly professional and passionate about exploring our impressive NAC product, come join the Forescout QA team as a SDET QA Engineer and take part in defining and driving the future worldwide market-leading product suite that consists of Network Access Control, Endpoint Compliance, Mobile Control, and Intrusion Prevention. Applications range from Client/Server to Web for a Network Access Control solution, running on both Windows and Linux systems. Develop and implement manual and automated test cases/suites creating comprehensive test coverage.

• Collaborate with scrum members and cross-functional teams to design test strategies and plans.
• Execute and analyze automated tests, identifying and documenting defects.
• Test defect fixes and new functionality as required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing process and methodologies

What You Bring To Forescout

• 7+ years of experience as an SDET designing, building, and maintaining QA automation around traditional client server products.
• Proven experience in QA automation and software testing.
• Proficiency in Python (required), Java, and scripting languages for test automation.
• Excellent understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience using test automation frameworks such as PyTest, JUnit, TestNG, Robot Framework, etc.
• Networking skills including a good understanding of TCP/IP, knowledge in protocols (DNS, SMTP, SNMP, DHCP, 802.1x), familiarity with network equipment configuration (switch/router/firewall), low-level network monitoring and sniffing (sniffers experience), and Windows-based networks with domain management a plus.
• Experience with network automation and virtualization technologies.
• Experience with API testing is a plus.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and working in an Agile development environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal processes, limited guidance, and focused on productivity.
• Familiar with Test Management Tools, such as TestRail, and Project Management tools such as JIRA.
• Comfortable with various operating systems including Windows, Linux, and macOS.
• Experience providing and maintaining complex, automated regression tests.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot software and network issues logically and analytically.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and debugging techniques.

Personal Skills

• Can work independently.
• Thorough thinker and focused on quality.
• Committed and proactive.
• Fast learner and resourceful.
• Excellent execution and communication skills a must.
• Collaborates well with others.
• Motivated and willing to learn new technologies and eager to apply them to improve day-to-day productivity and code quality.
• Team player, willing to learn, and mentor others.

What Forescout Offers You

• Competitive compensation and benefits – we cover 88% of employee and dependents' benefits premiums (US only), 401K match, generous PTO policy, and much more
• Collaborative and innovative environment – make an impact on worldwide security while working on the hottest technology
• Leadership that supports and encourages professional growth and development
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Forescout Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We value and embrace diversity, equality, inclusion, and collaboration at the core of our "One Team" philosophy. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.