Remote Software Development Engineer in Test Senior

Summary

The job is for a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) or Senior SDET at Drivetrain, a remote-first company. The role involves designing and enhancing automation testing frameworks and scripts using Python & Javascript, establishing and delivering the quality strategy for projects, training and mentoring a quality team, and adhering to product test schedules and dependencies.

Requirements

• Passion for Quality Assurance and software engineering
• Strong, proven programming skills (Python, Java, C#)
• 2+ years of software engineering experience in a professional environment
• 2+ years of hands on testing experience
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and techniques
• Experience with test automation frameworks such as Pytest, Selenium, Playwright or Appium
• Experience in API automation

Responsibilities

• Design and enhance automation testing frameworks and automation test scripts using Python & Javascript
• Establish and deliver the quality strategy for a product based on the ideal blend of automation and manual testing
• Train & mentor a quality team consisting of SDETs, Test Analysts and QAE Interns
• Accountable for the quality of deliverables, workflows and relationships
• Work closely with development technical directors and program managers to align on the quality strategy
• Adhere and manage the product's test schedules, dependencies and resources
• Champion and influence software development best practices and the customer experience
• Work with the QA manager on identification, design and delivery for technical solutions (frameworks, tests, API hooks, tools) increasing test effectiveness and coverage, while reducing the cost of test execution
• Share insights, solutions, and best practices within the team and across Drivetrain