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Software Test Engineer – Automation & Quality Engineering | $80/hr

California Hot Springs, California, United StatesOnsiteFull Time$60–$80 /hrPosted 2 months ago

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Role summary

We are seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test I (SDET I) with a focus on Automation & Quality Engineering. This full-time, W2 role is based in Menlo Park, CA, and offers an hourly compensation of $60-$80. The primary responsibilities include designing and implementing automated test frameworks, managing contingent engineers, and driving a culture of quality. The ideal candidate will have experience in developing technical automated test frameworks, coding in languages like Python, PHP, Java, or C/C++, and writing automation code for complex scenarios. Experience with various automation testing types and improving QA efficiency is also required.

Position:
Software Development Engineer in Test I
Type:
W2
Compensation:
$60-$80 per hour
Location:
Menlo Park, CA, USA
Commitment:
Full-time
Role Responsibilities

  • Design and implement automated test frameworks and tools to fill test gaps
  • Manage contingent engineers on the team to ensure high output volume
  • Partner with infrastructure and product engineering teams to ensure automated testing is fully enabled
  • Independently drive goals as a project manager, including tracking and reporting status, escalating risks, and resolving obstacles
  • Drive a culture of quality by advocating for high standards, escalating issues found by automation, and supporting teams in understanding testing importance
  • Design and implement high-quality automated tests to verify release readiness and product quality

Requirements

  • Experience developing and analyzing technical automated test frameworks and infrastructure
  • Experience coding in Python, PHP, Java, C/C++ or equivalent languages, including code maintenance and review
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • Experience building automation strategies and estimating test efforts preferred
  • Experience in planning, tracking, and control of test environments and data preferred
  • Experience writing test automation code and frameworks simulating complex multi-system scenarios
  • Experience with automation testing types including Unit, Functional, Load, Security, Behavioral, Integration, Component, Contract, End-to-End
  • Experience reviewing QA procedures, eliminating redundancies, and improving efficiency

Application Process (Takes 20 Mins)

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  • Interview (15 min)
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