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

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

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Role summary

The Software Development Engineer in Test I role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining automated test frameworks and infrastructure. This position requires strong coding skills in languages like Python, PHP, Java, or C/C++, along with experience in various automation testing types (Unit, Functional, Load, Security, etc.). The role also involves managing contingent engineers, collaborating with infrastructure and product teams, and driving quality initiatives. Project management skills for tracking, reporting, and risk escalation are essential. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience is 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

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