Meteorology Software QA

Accountabilities

• • Perform manual and exploratory testing of an interactive, web-based weather visualization platform.
  • Verify that weather-focused features, including radar displays, map layers, storm patterns, and other data visualizations, operate correctly and accurately represent available weather information.
  • Participate in live testing activities during tornado outbreaks and other significant weather events when required.
  • Identify, investigate, document, and clearly communicate bugs, discrepancies, and anomalies.
  • Collaborate with developers to reproduce issues, validate fixes, and support improvements to application quality and usability.
  • Evaluate the platform from an end-user perspective and suggest enhancements based on weather knowledge and observed user behavior.
  • Test the application across different browsers, devices, and web environments to identify compatibility or functionality issues.

  Requirements

  • Current student in meteorology, climatology, environmental sciences, or another weather-related discipline, or a self-taught weather enthusiast with strong practical knowledge of meteorology.
  • Deep understanding of weather concepts, including radar maps, forecasting models, storm tracking, and weather data interpretation.
  • Regular user of different weather applications, visualization tools, or weather data sources.
  • Strong curiosity, observation skills, and attention to detail, with the ability to identify inconsistencies and unexpected behavior.
  • Strong English communication and documentation skills, particularly the ability to describe software bugs and technical observations clearly.
  • Comfortable navigating web applications and testing across multiple browsers and devices.
  • Familiarity with QA concepts such as exploratory testing and regression testing is an advantage.
  • Experience with bug-tracking or task-management tools is a plus.
  • Basic understanding of weather data feeds, APIs, or how external data is integrated into applications is beneficial.
  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage assigned testing activities reliably.

  Benefits

  • Fully remote position with an hourly compensation structure.
  • Starting hourly rate negotiable based on skills and experience.
  • Flexible working hours and the ability to choose a schedule and time zone that suit your availability.
  • Freedom to work remotely from your preferred location, provided you have a stable internet connection.
  • Opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, real-time weather visualization platform.
  • Paid training and access to professional development opportunities.
  • Exposure to modern technologies and collaboration with an experienced, globally distributed team.
  • Consistent access to engaging and challenging work.
  • Annual pay increases based on strong performance.
  • Inclusive, equal-opportunity working environment that values diversity and professional growth.