- Location
- Bangalore, India (Local Office)
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- Workday
Description
Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Software Quality Assurance Apprentice to join our engineering team. This opportunity is designed for individuals who are passionate about software quality and eager to build a career in software testing and test automation. As an apprentice, you will work closely with experienced engineers to learn modern testing practices, contribute to product quality initiatives, and gain hands-on experience with automation frameworks and agile development processes.
What You Will Do
- Assist in the creation, execution, and maintenance of manual and automated test cases.
- Learn and support test automation activities using modern automation tools, preferably Playwright.
- Participate in functional, regression, integration, and system testing activities.
- Identify, document, and track software defects through the defect lifecycle.
- Collaborate with developers, testers, and product teams to ensure high-quality software releases.
- Support the validation of new features and defect fixes.
- Participate in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the QA team.
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of software testing concepts such as:
- Test cases
- Test execution
- Defect tracking and defect lifecycle
- Exposure to or willingness to learn test automation tools, preferably Playwright.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to quickly learn new technologies and work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Positive attitude and eagerness to learn.
Preferred Qualifications
- Basic knowledge of programming languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, or Python.
- Exposure to web applications and software development lifecycle concepts.
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
What You Will Gain
- Hands-on experience in software quality assurance and test automation.
- Exposure to industry-standard tools, frameworks, and software development practices.
- Mentorship from experienced engineering professionals.
- Opportunity to work on real-world products that help utilities and cities manage critical resources more efficiently.
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment focused on learning and professional growth.
Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email [email protected].
Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com
