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Senior Engineer QA, PC Apps

Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

onsitefull-time
Posted Aug 4, 2026

**Role & seniority: ** Software Quality Engineer (desktop/consumer Windows applications); seniority not explicitly stated (operates with guidance and builds ownership of test areas).

**Stack/tools: **

  • Python for test automation

  • Existing automation frameworks

  • CI/CD workflows for validation

  • AI-assisted tools for testing/automation/productivity (experience required)

  • Top 3 responsibilities:

    • Execute manual and exploratory testing for assigned Windows app features/areas

    • Design, execute, and maintain test cases from requirements/specs; report defects

    • Design/implement/maintain automated tests in Python and support release validation/regression/smoke testing

  • Must-have skills:

    • SQA/quality engineering experience for consumer or client-side software

    • Strong manual QA skills: test case design, exploratory testing, defect reporting

    • Test automation/scripting with Python (or similar)

    • Testing fundamentals and quality engineering practices

    • Understanding of CI/CD-based development/validation

    • Ability to analyze/debug issues; collaborate and communicate effectively

    • Experience using AI-assisted tools for testing/automation/engineering productivity

  • Nice-to-haves:

    • Building/extending automated Python test suites

    • Experience testing Windows desktop/platform-level applications

  • Location & work type: Dublin, Ireland (77 Sir John Rogerson’s Quay, Block C,

Full Description

Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future. At Dolby, science meets art, and high tech means more than computer code. As a member of the Dolby team, you’ll see and hear the results of your work everywhere, from movie theaters to smartphones. We continue to revolutionize how people create, deliver, and enjoy entertainment worldwide. To do that, we need the absolute best talent. We’re big enough to give you all the resources you need, and small enough so you can make a real difference and earn recognition for your work. We offer a collegial culture, challenging projects, and excellent compensation and benefits, not to mention a Flex Work approach that is truly flexible to support where, when, and how you do your best work. The role For Dolby's PC Applications, you will support the quality, stability, and reliability of consumer-facing native Windows applications used at global scale. This role focuses on desktop software validation, test automation, and release quality for client-side applications. It is not focused on web application testing, or data quality engineering. As a Software Quality Engineer, you contribute to validating features and ensuring reliable releases, working under guidance while building ownership of test areas. What we offer The opportunity to work on a consumer‑facing application with visible user impact. A collaborative team environment that values learning and quality. Support for professional growth and skill development. What you will do Execute manual and exploratory tests for assigned features or application areas. Design, execute, and maintain test cases based on requirements and specifications. Design, implement, and maintain automated tests using Python and existing automation frameworks. Participate in release validation, regression testing, smoke testing, and automated test execution. Clearly report defects and work with software engineers to support investigation and resolution. Maintain basic test documentation and contribute to improving test coverage over time. What you bring

Required

  • Experience in Software Quality Assurance (SQA) or quality engineering for consumer or client-side software.
  • Hands-on experience with manual testing, including test case design, execution, exploratory testing, and defect reporting.
  • Experience with test automation and scripting using Python or similar programming languages.
  • Good understanding of software testing fundamentals and quality engineering practices.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD based development and validation workflows.
  • Ability to analyse, debug, and reason about issues.
  • Good communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with engineering and product teams.
  • Experience using AI-assisted tools to support software testing, test automation, or engineering productivity.
  • Nice to have
  • Experience building or extending automated test suites in Python.
  • Experience testing Windows-based desktop or platform-level applications.

Dolby Hiring Entity

  • 77 Sir John Rogerson's Quay, Block C
  • Grand Canal Docklands
  • Dublin D02 VK60
  • Ireland
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Software Quality AssurancePythonTest automationManual testingTest case designExploratory testingDefect reportingCI/CDWindows desktop applicationsDebuggingAI-assisted toolsRegression testingSmoke testingSoftware testing fundamentalsmulti-location

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