Remote Contract
PUBLISHED
Oct 15, 2025
Become a Software Test Associate at Big Ideas DB, specializing in QA for our idea-sharing database. This remote role involves beginner-level testing tasks, bug hunting, and quality verification, ideal for those starting in assurance testing.
At Big Ideas DB, our Software Test Associate role offers entry-level professionals a gateway into QA testing for an innovative idea management system that helps teams capture and organize creative concepts. Remote and contract-based, this position prioritizes learning through practical application in a low-pressure, guidance-rich setting.
You'll start by reviewing user stories to craft simple test scenarios, then execute them across the platform's search, tagging, and collaboration features. Document findings in tools like Bugzilla, learning to categorize issues by impact and urgency. Engage in sanity testing post-updates and contribute to end-to-end test flows that ensure data integrity and user-friendly interactions.
Our mentorship program pairs you with QA leads for bi-weekly reviews, covering topics from test design principles to effective feedback loops. Experience the thrill of testing real features, such as AI-assisted idea generation or multi-user editing, while understanding how QA influences product evolution.
This opportunity builds foundational skills like attention to reproducibility and exploratory techniques, with opportunities to observe automated scripts for inspiration. The remote setup includes asynchronous communication and focused deep-dive sessions, accommodating your learning pace. Throughout the year, you'll compile a testing journal, receive constructive critiques, and celebrate achievements in team retrospectives.
Big Ideas DB fosters an inclusive culture where beginners voice ideas freely, enhancing your confidence in QA advocacy. By contract's end, you'll possess a robust toolkit for manual testing, prepared for roles in dynamic tech environments.
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