QA Engineer (Datadog)

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Requirements:

• Strong experience with Datadog, including setting up monitoring, alerts, and dashboards.
• Proficiency in testing methodologies, test case creation, and test case management.
• Ability to analyze and interpret performance metrics to drive actionable insights.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on proactive issue detection and resolution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• 3+ years of experience in QA, with a strong focus on monitoring and performance testing.
• Experience in leveraging monitoring tools, especially Datadog, to enhance quality assurance processes.
• Familiarity with performance optimization strategies and methodologies.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycles and agile methodologies.
• Experience in implementing automated testing frameworks that integrate with Datadog.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize Datadog to monitor application performance, detect issues proactively, and analyze metrics for continuous improvement.
• Design and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases that align with Datadog insights, ensuring effective coverage of application functionality.
• Collaborate with development teams to prioritize bug fixes based on data-driven findings and facilitate faster resolution times.
• Conduct root cause analysis of issues detected via Datadog to enhance product stability and reduce downtime.
• Implement and refine testing procedures that leverage Datadog's monitoring capabilities for ongoing performance optimization.
• Create detailed documentation of testing processes, issues detected, and resolutions to support knowledge sharing within the team.
• Engage in streamlined debugging processes by integrating Datadog alerts and reports into the testing workflow.
• Analyze and report on application performance metrics to inform development decisions and better resource allocation.
• Participate in regular reviews of monitoring setups in Datadog to ensure they align with evolving application requirements.