Job Description:Job TitleSoftware Quality SpecialistCollaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the WorldChoosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so its 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 experience to a 3M career.The Impact You Will Make in this RoleAs 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 ExpertiseTo set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:Bachelors degree or higher (completed and verified before start)from an accredited institutionSeven (7) years or more experience working in software qualityAdditional 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/internationalRelocation Assistance: May be authorizedMust be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).Supporting Your Well-being3M 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.Chat with MaxFor assistance with searching through ur current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruitingApplicable 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 candidates 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/enUS/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.Learn more about 3Ms creative solutions to the worlds problems at www.3M.com or on Twitter @3M.Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.Our approach to flexibility is called Work Your Way, which puts employees first and drives well-being in ways that enable 3Ms business and performance goals. You have flexibility in where and when work gets done. It all depends on where and when you can do your best work.Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/enUS/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/3M is an equal opportunity employer. 3M will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color,...Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity