PLANEKS

Let’s start with what PLANEKS offers:

0. Fast and comfortable hiring process.

1. 100% remote work opportunity and flexitime - choose working hours between 8:00-20:00.

2. Manage your compensation $$$$ budget - Travel tickets, Work equipment, Health insurance, Software, Sport, Training.

3. Salary paid in USD + tax compensation. Revision every 12 months. We want everyone to be confident in what tomorrow brings.

4. Everything to provide a good rest. YES: Paid vacation, national holidays, sick leaves(and support in case of serious diseases). NO: overtime, work on weekends.

5. Regular feedback, mentorship, code review. Friendly and professional team that supports you. Well, we're proud of how we handle that. So you can always count on us.

6. Speaking clubs with a native speaker to constantly maintain your English level.

7. No bureaucracy - transparent processes and flat management. Working remotely means keeping things as simple as possible to work efficiently.

We propose something more significant than a job. PLANEKS means developing a new lifestyle for our colleagues and clients. So take your part in it!

Position Overview: We are looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable Quality Control Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our hospitality automation services. The Quality Control Engineer will play a critical role in establishing a structured testing process, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our web application, and supporting the team’s development efforts.

The project:

Our client is transforming the hospitality industry with innovative solutions that optimize daily operations, enhance transparency, and drive profitability. 

Our flagship product automates tip management, and we’re expanding our suite of tools to streamline every aspect of hospitality operations.  

Required Hard Skills:

• Strong experience in software quality assurance, test planning, and execution.
• Extensive experience in manual testing of web applications, including user interface testing across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
• Proficiency in executing functional, regression, and integration tests to ensure the application’s stability and reliability.
• Ability to design and execute detailed test cases based on business requirements and user stories.
• Expertise in testing APIs and integrations with multiple third-party systems, ensuring seamless data flow and functionality.
• Hands-on experience testing payment gateways, processing flows, and payroll systems, ensuring accuracy, security, and compliance.
• Ability to test and validate complex algorithms and data-driven calculations, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Strong skills in using defect tracking tools like Jira or Trello for logging, tracking, and managing bugs.

Nice to Have:

• Basic understanding of Python and JavaScript (React) to support the development of test scripts and understanding of the application’s codebase.
• Experience with version control systems like Git for managing test scripts and collaborating with the development team.
• Exposure to continuous integration and deployment processes to support testing within the development pipeline.
• Familiarity with automation testing tools such as Selenium or Cypress, with a willingness to learn and implement automation testing gradually.
• Knowledge of performance and security testing.

Soft Skills: 

• Adaptability. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment, quickly adapting to new requirements and challenges.
• Collaboration. Strong team player who can effectively engage with developers, project managers, and other stakeholders.
• Communication. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey testing results, issues, and recommendations clearly.
• Problem-Solving. Strong analytical skills to identify issues and propose effective solutions.
• Initiative. Proactive in identifying areas for improvement and driving change to enhance product quality and team efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quickly gain an in-depth understanding of the project to contribute effectively and efficiently, ensuring a smooth testing process.
• Establishing a structured and efficient testing cycle that improves product quality without slowing down development.
• Develop comprehensive test plans and test cases based on product requirements and user scenarios to ensure all features are tested thoroughly.
• Conduct thorough manual testing of the web application, focusing on functionality, usability, and integration with third-party systems. 
• Conduct thorough testing of complex calculation algorithms to ensure accuracy and reliability in various tipping models.
• Identify, document, and report bugs and issues clearly and accurately, working closely with the development team to resolve them.
• Work closely with developers, project managers, and stakeholders to understand the product and its requirements, identify, document, and resolve bugs and issues.

Let’s start with what PLANEKS offers:

0. Fast and comfortable hiring process.

1. 100% remote work opportunity and flexitime - choose working hours between 8:00-20:00.

2. Manage your compensation $$$$ budget - Travel tickets, Work equipment, Health insurance, Software, Sport, Training.

3. Salary paid in USD + tax compensation. Revision every 12 months. We want everyone to be confident in what tomorrow brings.

4. Everything to provide a good rest. YES: Paid vacation, national holidays, sick leaves(and support in case of serious diseases). NO: overtime, work on weekends.

5. Regular feedback, mentorship, code review. Friendly and professional team that supports you. Well, we're proud of how we handle that. So you can always count on us.

6. Speaking clubs with a native speaker to constantly maintain your English level.

7. No bureaucracy - transparent processes and flat management. Working remotely means keeping things as simple as possible to work efficiently.

We propose something more significant than a job. PLANEKS means developing a new lifestyle for our colleagues and clients. So take your part in it!

Position Overview: We are looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable Quality Control Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our hospitality automation services. The Quality Control Engineer will play a critical role in establishing a structured testing process, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our web application, and supporting the team’s development efforts.

The project:

Our client is transforming the hospitality industry with innovative solutions that optimize daily operations, enhance transparency, and drive profitability. 

Our flagship product automates tip management, and we’re expanding our suite of tools to streamline every aspect of hospitality operations.  

Required Hard Skills:

• Strong experience in software quality assurance, test planning, and execution.
• Extensive experience in manual testing of web applications, including user interface testing across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
• Proficiency in executing functional, regression, and integration tests to ensure the application’s stability and reliability.
• Ability to design and execute detailed test cases based on business requirements and user stories.
• Expertise in testing APIs and integrations with multiple third-party systems, ensuring seamless data flow and functionality.
• Hands-on experience testing payment gateways, processing flows, and payroll systems, ensuring accuracy, security, and compliance.
• Ability to test and validate complex algorithms and data-driven calculations, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Strong skills in using defect tracking tools like Jira or Trello for logging, tracking, and managing bugs.

Nice to Have:

• Basic understanding of Python and JavaScript (React) to support the development of test scripts and understanding of the application’s codebase.
• Experience with version control systems like Git for managing test scripts and collaborating with the development team.
• Exposure to continuous integration and deployment processes to support testing within the development pipeline.
• Familiarity with automation testing tools such as Selenium or Cypress, with a willingness to learn and implement automation testing gradually.
• Knowledge of performance and security testing.

Soft Skills: 

• Adaptability. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment, quickly adapting to new requirements and challenges.
• Collaboration. Strong team player who can effectively engage with developers, project managers, and other stakeholders.
• Communication. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey testing results, issues, and recommendations clearly.
• Problem-Solving. Strong analytical skills to identify issues and propose effective solutions.
• Initiative. Proactive in identifying areas for improvement and driving change to enhance product quality and team efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quickly gain an in-depth understanding of the project to contribute effectively and efficiently, ensuring a smooth testing process.
• Establishing a structured and efficient testing cycle that improves product quality without slowing down development.
• Develop comprehensive test plans and test cases based on product requirements and user scenarios to ensure all features are tested thoroughly.
• Conduct thorough manual testing of the web application, focusing on functionality, usability, and integration with third-party systems. 
• Conduct thorough testing of complex calculation algorithms to ensure accuracy and reliability in various tipping models.
• Identify, document, and report bugs and issues clearly and accurately, working closely with the development team to resolve them.
• Work closely with developers, project managers, and stakeholders to understand the product and its requirements, identify, document, and resolve bugs and issues.

Let’s start with what PLANEKS offers:

• Fast and comfortable hiring process.
• 100% remote work opportunity and flexitime - choose working hours between 8:00-20:00.
• Salary paid in USD + tax compensation. Revision every 12 months. We want everyone to be confident in what tomorrow brings.
• $$$$ budget - Travel tickets, Work equipment, Health insurance, Software, Sport, Training.
• Everything to ensure a good rest. YES: Paid vacation, national holidays, sick leaves (and support in case of serious diseases). NO: overtime, work on weekends.
• A friendly and professional team that supports you. Well, we're proud of how we handle that. So you can always count on us.
• Speaking clubs with a native speaker to constantly maintain your English level.
• No bureaucracy - transparent processes and flat management. Working remotely means keeping things as simple as possible to work efficiently.

PLANEKS means developing a new lifestyle for our colleagues and clients. So take your part in it!

The Opportunity:

• We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and technically astute Project Manager to join our close-knit team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful delivery of our IT projects from conception to completion, with a strong focus on understanding and exceeding client expectations. You will be the central point of contact for clients and our development team, driving transparency, clarity, and efficient progress towards project milestones. Your ability to build rapport, actively listen, and translate client needs into actionable plans will be paramount. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy a hands-on role with direct influence on both project outcomes and client relationships, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Relationship and Client Orientation: possesses a deeply ingrained client-focused mindset with an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and ensuring exceptional client satisfaction!
• Expectation Management: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong, trusting relationships. Proactively manage client expectations throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment between client vision and project deliverables.
• Project Planning and Scoping: Define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and success criteria in close collaboration with clients and internal stakeholders, ensuring a thorough understanding of client business needs and desired outcomes. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines and team allocation.
• Execution and Monitoring: Oversee and manage the end-to-end project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and scope. Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement effective mitigation strategies, always considering the impact on the client.
• Communication and Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary liaison between clients and the development team. Provide regular, transparent, and proactive updates on project status, progress, and any challenges. Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among team members, fostering a positive and productive environment that prioritizes client satisfaction.
• Talent Management: Strategically manage engineering talent, ensuring optimal team utilization to meet project goals and client requirements. Key responsibilities include fostering team motivation, conducting regular one-on-one meetings, proactively addressing and resolving conflicts, and championing the professional growth of team members."
• Quality Assurance: Ensure project deliverables meet high-quality standards and exceed client expectations. Oversee user acceptance testing (UAT) as needed, gathering and incorporating client feedback effectively.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project charters, plans, status reports, and lessons learned. Generate clear, concise reports for internal and external stakeholders, tailoring communication to client preferences and needs.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to improve project management processes and methodologies, leveraging client feedback to enhance future project delivery.
• Presales Support: Actively participate in presales activities, including understanding client requirements, contributing to proposal development, and presenting project approaches and capabilities to prospective clients

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of proven experience as a Project Manager in an IT environment, ideally within a small to medium-sized company, with a demonstrated track record of building strong client relationships and achieving high client satisfaction.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) and experience applying them effectively.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello, Monday.com,).
• Strong technical aptitude with a good grasp of software development lifecycles (SDLC) and general IT concepts. The ability to write and understand Python code is a significant plus, but not required. 
• Exceptional communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and presentation skills, with particular strength in active listening, empathy, and clear articulation of complex technical information to non-technical clients.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues with client impact in mind.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team towards shared client-focused goals.
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, CSM) will be a plus.