Quality Analyst 1 (Open Water Dive Certification) - Garmin International, Inc.

We are seeking a full-time Quality Analyst 1 in our Cary, NC location to join the Outdoor Team to perform verification and validation of next generation outdoor products, with a focus on scuba (Open Water Dive Certification strongly desired).  In this role, you will be responsible for providing leadership of quality assurance activities for complex features within Garmin consumer products and/or software in a team-oriented environment. You will have the opportunity to perform hands on scuba dive testing of new products in a real environment including local dive sites as well as possible travel to ocean sites when needed. You will work with beta testers and dive shops around the world to ensure our products provide the highest value to the most experienced divers. This is where quality assurance meets adventure. 

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate a complete understanding of quality assurance principles/methodologies and knowledge of Garmin product specifications, capabilities and operation related to the market segment being supported
• Design test plans, scenarios, scripts, and/or procedures of simple-to-moderate complexity, in accordance with established Garmin test procedures - including analysis, review and tracing of requirements as necessary
• Serve as the voice of the customer in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems
• Document defects in defect management system and report defects to developers and work closely with engineering to assist in problem resolution
• Collect and analyze test results and beta user feedback (when applicable)
• Communicate product and/or project status to internal customers and product owners
• Investigate and verify issues reported to quality assurance for validity and reproducibility
• Verify software modifications in new software versions to prepare for implementation
• Assist in test case maintenance as necessary to keep repository current
• Participate in the definition and documentation of process improvements
• Train and mentor new quality assurance associates
• Participate and assist with the coordination of release deployments
• Perform system analysis techniques and procedures to determine software functional specifications for Garmin products

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree OR a minimum of 2 years equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Relevant experience or training in product and/or software quality assurance processes and methodologies
• Must possess superior organizational/analytical skills, be detail oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, can work independently with minimal supervision, and can exercise sound independent judgment
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills  

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Previous experience developing and executing tests related to a Garmin core product market
• Relevant experience or training in creating test plans, conducting usability tests and/or writing test scripts is preferred
• Open Water Dive Certification

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits