Software Test Engineer

Microsoft Japan National Technology Office is seeking a Software Test Engineer.

As we continue to grow and introduce new AI feature for all Microsoft products, the need for comprehensive test strategies that ensure product readiness becomes critical.
The Software Test Engineer role will develop test strategies, plans, and executions that will ensure Microsoft’s successful launch of new, innovative solutions for the next generation of AI(Copilot) products. S/he will have an opportunity to learn the latest technologies of AI/Copilot in the test development environment and find the quality gap prior to the product deployment.

Working closely with product development teams, create and execute the strategic test cases in the same cycle of product development and provide the test feedback. Additionally, the test engineering team provides detailed test reporting that demonstrates product readiness and brings insights to defects detected and potential remediation.

Required/Minimum Qualifications:

BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent work experience

7+ years of developing / testing Applications

Fluent level Japanese and business level English speaking and Read/Write

Excellent understanding of test development

Programming Languages & Scripting languages

Automation experience (including GUI), knowledge of automation test frameworks (Selenium, etc) imperative (Option)

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.

To create test specifications, reviewing existing ones.
Developing and maintaining test infrastructure
Fully execute the test lifecycle in Japanese
Capable for reporting, prioritizing and evaluation of software bug
Be a face of quality for the Japanese Market
Involved in improving quality assurance processes.
Able to scope testing effectively, balancing testing requirements against product release schedules
Ability to work independently or as part of a team to accomplish critical business objectives.
Work in an Agile environment embracing iterative and incremental Techniques