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Software Development Engineer in Test - Exciting Opportunity & Technology

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Software Development Engineer in Test to build and maintain an automated test infrastructure for a large-scale microservice-oriented system. You will work closely with various teams to ensure the seamless integration and functionality of our platform.

Responsibilities

+ Build and maintain an automated test infrastructure for a large-scale microservice-oriented system comprising of many components.

+ Write, execute, and maintain end-to-end system integration scenarios and user acceptance scenarios for the large-scale platform.

+ Translate user stories into test scenarios and cases, providing feedback to ensure testability of all stories.

+ Collaborate with other business groups and external teams for end-to-end integration.

+ Partner with developers to create, maintain, and execute automated unit and integration tests.

+ Collaborate with DevOps to integrate the automated tests in the CI/CD pipelines.

+ Work with Product Owners and users to execute user tests.

+ Own the delivery of work from concept to code to production.

+ Develop tools and libraries that will enable rapid and scalable development in the future.

Essential Skills

+ 5+ years of software engineering experience creating and executing automated tests.

+ 5+ years of AWS experience

+ 2+ years of experience in the person working with Linux/Unix-based systems.

+ Experience testing back-end services and/or APIs.

+ Experience with a scripting language such as Python, Ruby, the personScript, PHP, Bash, or PowerShell.

+ Experience with test automation and an automation framework.

+ Experience with CI/CD and updating build pipelines and pipeline tasks.

+ Experience in estimation, prioritization, and planning/coordination of testing activities in an Agile environment.

+ Familiarity with systems like Jira or similar for tracking purposes and ensuring traceability among test cases, code, and requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Hands-on experience applying current best practices and principles in software development.

+ Demonstrates problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.

+ Solutions-oriented with an ability to keep an open mind while finding agreeable solutions.

+ Organized and detail-oriented.

+ Ability to develop healthy working relationships and collaborate with peers and leaders.

+ Exhibits integrity and high standards in work quality.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

+ Values diversity and differences among individuals in interactions.

Work Environment

This position offers a hybrid work environment with 1-2 days in the office, fostering a collaborative atmosphere. Located in Plano, Texas, employees are encouraged to live within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned work location. The company provides perks such as annual Patent-a-thons and Hackathons, free catered lunches, fully stocked Nespresso bars, no dress code, and free covered garage parking.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $78.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Plano,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 25, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.