Mobile and OTT Testing - Manual and Automation

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Job Title: Lead Mobile and OTT Testing - Manual and Automation

Location: New Jersey, USA

Experience: 7 10 years

Key skills : Mobile (iOS and Android) Native application testing , Appium Java.

Role Summary

CNBC is looking for a Lead Mobile QA Engineer with strong experience in Mobile (iOS and Android) Native application testing , Appium Java. This role focuses on delivering high-quality mobile and streaming experiences through a mix of manual and automation testing. The ideal candidate brings solid hands-on automation skills, strong Java expertise, and the ability to work closely with cross-functional Agile teams.

Job Description

• Extensive experience in OTT and Mobile Application testing
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in iOS, Android (mobile & TV), Apple TV, and Roku platforms.
• Strong understanding of video streaming technologies and testing video playback across various platforms.
• Experience in writing and executing automated tests using tools such as Appium, Espresso, XCUITest, or similar.
• Knowledge of security and performance testing tools and methodologies for mobile apps.
• Proficient in creating test cases, test plans, and test strategies.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into the build process.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Nice to have

• Experience testing Smart TV apps beyond Roku (e.g., Fire TV, tvOS, Android TV ).
• Knowledge of video player SDKs (like ExoPlayer, AVPlayer).
• Familiarity with network protocols and monitoring tools (Charles Proxy, Wireshark, etc.).
• Exposure to cloud-based device testing platforms like Lambdatest

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute test cases and test strategies for mobile applications across iOS, Android, and Android TV, tvOS, Roku TV .
• Perform comprehensive testing of video player applications to ensure smooth playback, streaming quality, and user experience.
• Streaming Media Expertise: Test various streaming protocols (e.g., HLS, DASH) and analyze video playback performance, including buffering, latency, and quality
• Automation Testing (Appium/Java/Selenium): Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts using Appium/Selenium to improve testing efficiency and coverage..
• Conduct performance and security testing for mobile applications, identifying bottlenecks and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and implement quality standards and best practices.
• Document test plans, results, and issues, and follow through on bug resolution with the development team.
• Stay updated with the latest trends in mobile testing, automation, and video streaming technologies.
• Bug Reporting and Tracking: Identify, document, and track software defects using Jira, ensuring clear and concise bug reports.

Agile Methodology: Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.