Software Test Specialist Co-op (fall 2024)

Who We Are; What We Do; Where we’re Going

Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes, and shares evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets and other IoT related devices. We are continually innovating so that our customers can deploy advanced and effective tools to protect their companies, communities, and countries.

Grayshift and Magnet Forensics have come together as one organization to accelerate innovation and transform digital investigations for our customers. We’re pleased to share that the combined organization is operating as Magnet Forensics.   The combination of mobile, cloud and computer forensics expertise under the Magnet Forensics name underscores our dedication to providing comprehensive, end-to-end DFIR solutions. This includes our commitment to helping with access to modern digital devices lawfully with our renowned product suite. And, our focus on innovating for the DFIR community, along with our shared mission, continues to be the top priority.

Where we are today, is not where we will be tomorrow.

Your Role This role reports to an Engineering Manager or Technical Manager and works within an agile team alongside other developers and testers to accomplish the Magnet Forensics mission.

What You Will Accomplish -Implement robust test strategies and create innovative exploratory testing -Determine suitable testing areas and coverage -Create, execute, and manage test plans, including both automated and manual tests -Design and implement testing tools and environments required to execute testing effectively and efficiently -May include deploying and operating software including production environments

What We Are Looking For We’re looking for someone who checks off most, but not all, of the boxes. It’s more important to us to find a candidate who can display indicators of success through skills they have developed and experience they have been a part of, than to find folks who have “been there, done that”. We want to be a part of your development journey, and we’ll learn as much from you as you learn from us. 

There are a couple must haves, but we will keep that list short: -Senior student enrolled in a in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or related program -Experience with test automation and scripting is an asset -Experience with two or more of: -Test automation -Manual / Smoke / Regression / Behavioural testing -Performance testing and optimization -Reverse engineering -Distributed system testing -Security testing -CI/CD -Operating systems (at an advanced level) – Windows / Linux / Mac -Networking -Aptitude and interest in learning new technologies -Prioritizes team collaboration and success

The Most Important Thing

We’re looking for candidates that can provide examples of how they have demonstrated Magnet CODE in their previous experiences: CARE – We care about each other and our mission to make a difference in the world. OWN – We are accountable for our results – while never forgetting to act with integrity, empathy, and respect. DEDICATE – We put our heart and soul into meeting the needs of our customers and helping them serve the people they protect. EVOLVE – We are constantly innovating and exploring new ways to work together to make an impact with our work.