QA Analyst (Release Management) - Washington, DC - Rate Open

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Test Engineer with extensive experience in Linux based embedded systems to join our leadership team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining testing strategies, driving quality initiatives, and mentoring junior resources to ensure the highest standards of product quality and reliability. Key/Primary Responsibilities • Work with a team of test engineers to ensure effective testing practices. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software and hardware engineers, to define testing requirements and priorities. • Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for embedded software and hardware components. • Drive the adoption of automated testing tools and frameworks to enhance testing efficiency and coverage. • Identify, document, and track defects, ensuring timely communication and resolution with development teams. • Conduct root cause analysis of defects and lead initiatives to improve product quality and testing processes. • Participate in team meetings, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups, to ensure effective communication and collaboration. • Maintain and update test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test reports. • Stay current with industry trends and best practices in embedded systems testing, and advocate for their integration into the team’s processes. Requirements • 8+ years of experience in development and testing embedded systems, with a focus on both hardware and software components. • Deep expertise in embedded programming languages (e.g., C, C++), and real-time operating systems (RTOS). • Experience with testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Gtest, Pytest, etc.) and automated testing methodologies. • Experience working on Linux environment and using Linux tools • Exposure to CI/ CD processes and tools • Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART) and hardware interfaces. • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Good analytical and debugging skills to identify root cause of failure. • Strong communication skills, with the ability to motivate and guide junior members. Added Bonus: • OSCP, SANS/GIAC, CISSP, or other related/equivalent certifications. • Experience with compliance regulations/laws, security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434, NIST, HIPAA, ISO, COBIT, OWASP, ITIL, etc.).  • Experience with one or more of the following industries: law enforcement, defense, intelligence community, automotive, manufacturing, software,  • Bachelor’s degree or higher, in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience  • Fluent in Japanese (reading, writing, speaking) for business and technical discussions.

Company Description www.spkn.app Spoken is a first-of-its-kind social commerce marketplace powered by real consumers and their genuine connections. We turn everyday word-of-mouth moments into a scalable sales engine for brands—without influencers, ads, or the noise of traditional social media. Our platform catalogs real purchases from real people, making them discoverable and shoppable by their friends. This means brands get lower acquisition costs, higher trust, and authentic engagement, while consumers get a safe, private space to share and shop with people they actually know. We’re pre-seed, early in our journey, and building for massive scale. This is an opportunity to join at the ground floor, shape the product, own major technical decisions, and directly influence the trajectory of the company. Role Description We’re looking for a Founding Engineer who can take Spoken from MVP to a robust, scalable platform. You’ll be responsible for: • Product Ownership – Leading technical architecture, system design, and development for our mobile and web applications. • Hands-On Development – Building new features, integrating AI-driven product recognition, and optimizing for speed, reliability, and scalability. • Technical Vision – Making key stack decisions and setting engineering best practices. • Rapid Iteration – Moving quickly from concept to deployment, testing and refining based on real-world user feedback. • Team Building – Hiring and mentoring the future engineering team. • Partnership – Working directly with the founder to align product and business strategy and sharing in both the responsibility and the upside. This is not just a job—it’s true founder-level involvement, with equity and the opportunity to shape a category-defining product. This is an “all-in” role so an appetite for problem solving and entrepreneurship is key! Qualifications Must-Haves • Proven experience building and shipping consumer-facing web or mobile applications. • Strong proficiency in React Native, Flutter or other similar cross-platform frameworks and backend development. • Ability to design, build, and deploy scalable APIs and databases. • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure). • Strong problem-solving mindset and a bias toward action—comfortable in a fast-moving, high-ambiguity startup environment. • Entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to own outcomes. Nice-to-Haves • Experience with AI/ML integration (image recognition, recommendation engines). • Background in marketplace or e-commerce platforms. • Prior startup or founder experience. • Located in the SF Bay Area (preferred for in-person collaboration). Compensation: Significant equity stake (5-20% depending on experience). Guaranteed salary & benefits upon pre-seed funding secured. Location: San Francisco Bay Area (hybrid/remote possible for the right person). Stage: Pre-seed, MVP in development, fundraising in progress.

We are seeking a motivated Junior Golang Developer to join our onsite team in a full-time capacity. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in software development, especially with Golang, cloud technologies, and containerization. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic, cloud-focused environment. You will collaborate with senior engineers to help build backend services, integrate MongoDB, and enhance CI/CD workflows. Responsibilities • Collaborate with the development team to build and enhance Java-based microservices using Spring Boot • Contribute to the design and implementation of REST APIs and cloud-integrated features using AWS • Write and maintain clean, efficient, and well-documented code • Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and code reviews as part of an Agile team • Help debug and troubleshoot application issues across development and production environments • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and gain exposure to automated deployment processes • Learn and apply software development best practices including logging, monitoring, and code optimization Requirements 4–6 years of professional experience in software development, including at least 2 years with Golang • Strong understanding of REST API design, core data structures, and backend systems • Hands-on experience with MongoDB integration in backend services • Proficient in Docker, containerization workflows, and basic Kubernetes concepts • Working knowledge of AWS deployment strategies • Familiarity with CI/CD tools like GitLab CI and GitHub Actions • Experience with Linux shell scripting and Git • Keen to learn more about observability platforms and production monitoring Preferred Experience • Background in EV telematics, charging/payment systems, or connected car services • Experience with payment gateways such as Stripe, Zuora, or similar platforms • Interest or prior work with digital payment solutions (Apple Pay, Google Pay, or cryptocurrency) • Basic exposure to frontend frameworks like Vue.js or React.js  

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We are seeking a skilled Java Developer with strong expertise in building and maintaining modern, scalable applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Spring Boot microservices, RESTful APIs, Kafka, and AWS deployments, along with a solid foundation in CI/CD practices and production support. This role requires someone who is passionate about clean, efficient code, thrives in collaborative environments, and is eager to contribute to the development of high-performance, event-driven systems. • Develop and maintain scalable Java microservices and batch jobs using Spring Boot • Build and consume RESTful APIs, ensuring security, scalability and high performance • Implement Kafka consumers/producers for event-driven systems • Deploy, monitor, and manage services in AWS and experience with CI/CD tools • Write clean, modular code following industry best practices and standards • Assist in troubleshooting and resolving production issues in a timely manner • Strong experience with CI/CD tools, debugging tools, logging, and production support • Participate in code reviews and contribute

Northwest Laundry Supply is looking for a technician for commercial washer and dryer repair work. We value a hard work ethic and reliability. As a family company we value our employees and want them to have success. We provide and service commercial laundry equipment. We cover Washington and Oregon. Duties include: Diagnose and repair laundry equipment Delivery of laundry equipment. Installation of washers and dryers. This is a Full-Time Position. Work is Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30 with weekends off. We will provide on the job training but prefer repair experience. Preferred experience: Electrical Plumbing Appliance Repair Starting pay is DOE. With benefits. Please email resume to Chad. www.northwestlaundrysupply.com Job Type: Full-time Salary: $27-30 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Tukwila, WA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) License/Certification: Driver's License (Required)