Offer summary

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in meteorology, climatology, environmental sciences, or a related field., Alternatively, a self-taught weather enthusiast with deep knowledge of radar maps, forecasting models, and storm tracking., Experience with weather data sources and applications., Detail-oriented with strong communication skills to document bugs clearly..

Key responsibilities:

Perform manual testing of a weather visualization web platform.

Verify weather data features like radar, map layers, and storm patterns for accuracy.

Identify, document, and communicate bugs or anomalies during testing.

Collaborate with developers to confirm bug fixes and suggest usability improvements.

Job description

This is a remote position.

Scopic is looking for a weather enthusiast or meteorology student to join our team as a QA Tester for a weather-focused web application. This is not your typical QA role—we’re specifically seeking someone with a strong interest or background and significant knowledge in meteorology who can help ensure quality and accuracy from a domain expert’s perspective.

This is a part-time position and an exciting opportunity to contribute behind the scenes on a dynamic weather visualization platform that delivers real-time insights to users.

Responsibilities:

Perform manual testing of an interactive, web-based weather visualization platform
Verify that features related to weather data (e.g., radar, map layers, storm patterns) function as intended and display accurately
Take part in live testing events during tornado outbreaks
Identify, document, and communicate bugs or anomalies clearly
Collaborate with the development team to confirm bug fixes and improve usability
Suggest improvements based on your understanding of weather data and end-user behavior

Requirements:

A current student in meteorology, climatology, environmental sciences, or a weather-related field
OR a self-taught weather enthusiast with a deep understanding of radar maps, forecasting models, and storm tracking
User of different weather applications and weather data sources
Curious, observant, and detail-oriented, with a natural knack for spotting discrepancies
Strong communication skills and ability to document bugs clearly in English
Comfortable using web tools and navigating across browsers and devices

Nice to Have:

Familiarity with QA principles (e.g., exploratory testing, regression testing)
Experience using bug tracking or task management tools
Basic knowledge of how data feeds or weather APIs work

The secret ingredients that make us special:

Your growth is our growth. We invest in your future with paid training and other professional opportunities.
We're industry innovators at the forefront of change. Equipped with the latest technologies and a team of knowledgeable colleagues by your side, you'll embrace new and interesting challenges.
Your location. Your schedule. Pick your time-zone, choose your preferred hours, and work from the place where you feel most at home.
Flexibility and freedom are in our DNA! As long as you have a stable internet connection and the drive to thrive, you can travel and work from anywhere you like.
A workload you can rely on. We'll set you enough tasks to keep that mind busy! At Scopic, we'll ensure you always have a consistent flow of engaging, challenging work to do.
Recognition and reward. We acknowledge diligence and hard work through annual pay increases for good performance.

Down to business!

Your starting rate is negotiable depending on your skills and experience.
This is an hourly position.

Our values:

Scopic offers equal opportunity. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, marital status, national origin, gender, veteran status, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.  

Have the skills, the drive, and the passion to join the Scopic family?

Apply today to join our growing team of remote professionals from around the world.  

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