Remote Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

Description:

• The Senior Software Development Engineer in Test will work closely with the development team to enhance delivery and quality standards through advanced test processes and tools.
• The role involves designing and executing comprehensive test plans and test cases to ensure software products meet customer requirements and quality standards.
• The candidate will develop and maintain automation using testing frameworks like Selenium, BDD, Robot, Pytest, or similar to minimize manual validation efforts.
• They will implement and optimize automated testing tools for incorporation into CI processes.
• The position requires performing API testing using tools such as Postman, Insomnia, Swagger, and Django's admin interface.
• Collaboration with software developers, product managers, and stakeholders to identify, track, and resolve quality issues promptly is essential.
• Effective communication with users to document and prepare bug tasks for clear tracking and resolution is a key responsibility.
• The role involves creating and maintaining detailed documentation of test results, defect reports, and KPIs.
• Developing standards and procedures to determine product quality and release readiness is part of the job.
• Monitoring software development processes to identify areas for process improvement and enhance quality and efficiency is required.
• Participation in Agile ceremonies, development processes, and providing guidance on testing best practices and strategies is expected.
• Mentoring and guiding QA engineers on best practices for testing and quality assurance is a responsibility.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies in software testing and quality assurance is necessary.
• Developing and maintaining Docker containers for testing environments to ensure consistency and reliability is part of the role.

Requirements:

• Minimum 4+ years of professional experience writing test suites with proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or TypeScript.
• Minimum 4+ years of professional experience working with automated testing frameworks for front-end and back-end systems such as Selenium, BDD, Robot, Pytest, or similar.
• Minimum 3+ years of professional experience integrating with CI/CD systems such as CircleCI, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.
• Minimum 2+ years of professional experience working with relational and NoSQL databases, data warehousing solutions, and writing validation queries in SQL.
• Extensive experience with various testing techniques (e.g., performance, unit, integration, automated), understanding their strengths and weaknesses, and effectively utilizing them.
• Advanced proficiency in designing and executing comprehensive test plans, software testing methodologies, and automation tools.
• Expertise in API testing (e.g., Postman, Insomnia, Swagger, Django) and working with various data formats (e.g., JSON, YAML, CSV).
• Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and a proven track record of improving continuous integration processes.
• Excellent analytical, debugging, and optimization skills.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience mentoring QA engineers and providing guidance on best practices for testing and quality assurance.

Benefits:

• Half-day Fridays year-round.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Extended Holiday break (Winter).
• Flexible schedules.
• Work from anywhere options.
• 100% paid parental leave.
• 401(k) matching.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Pet Insurance.
• Sponsored life insurance.
• Short Term Disability insurance and additional voluntary insurance.
• Annual Class Pass Credits and more.
• Anticipated annual salary ranging from $130,000 - $165,000, with benefits included.