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3M Software Quality Specialist in Maplewood, Minnesota
Job Description:
Job Title
Software Quality Specialist
Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a diversity of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.
This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military e xperience to a 3M career.
The Impact You Will Make in this Role
As a Software Quality Specialist , you will be responsible for leading the quality assurance efforts for our software development projects. You will work closely with development teams, product managers, and other stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive test plans, identify and resolve issues, and ensure that our software meets the highest standards of quality. In this role, you will be aligned with digital growth programs and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:
Lead and mentor a team of QA engineers, providing guidance and support to ensure effective testing practices.
Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies, plans, and cases for new and existing software products.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and ensure test coverage.
Conduct manual and automated testing to identify defects and ensure software functionality, performance, and security.
Track and report on testing progress, defect metrics, and overall quality status to stakeholders.
Drive continuous improvement in QA processes, tools, and methodologies.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for software quality assurance.
Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to development teams to improve code quality.
Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in software testing and quality assurance.
Your Skills and Expertise
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified before start) from an accredited institution
Seven ( 7 ) years or more experience working in software quality
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience as a QA Lead or in a similar role, with a strong background in software testing.
In-depth knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
Experience with both manual and automated testing techniques.
Proficiency in test automation tools such as Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or similar.
Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
Experience with bug tracking and test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).
Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript is a plus.
Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner.
Knowledge of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Experience with mobile application testing.
Work Location:
Hybrid Eligible (Job Duties allow for some remote work but require travel to 3M Center, Maplewood, MN for 2-3 days per week)
Travel: May include up to 10% domestic/international
Relocation Assistance: May be authorized
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Supporting Your Well-being
3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.
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Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $160,284 - $195,903, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.
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Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/
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