Senior Software Engineer, Test

• Fantastic health and wellness benefits package, including an outstanding 401k match, a flexible PTO program, and a generous and inclusive parental leave policy. Additionally, Relias pays for the employee portion of the monthly healthcare premium!
• Flexible work environment with onsite and work from home options - you choose when you want to come into the office!
• Active Employee Resource Groups open to all employees!
• Comprehensive onboarding program - a great introduction to our company, customers and culture!
• Growth and career advancement opportunities!

• 20%+ annual employee promotion and transfer rate
• Multiple development program options - leadership development, professional development curriculums, and Nanodegree options in both technology and data science
• Professional development gained from conference attendance and participation in organizations like NC Tech
• Onsite 321 Coffee Shop providing free coffee and pastries to employees

• Automated Testing and Framework Development: Designing and building advanced automated test frameworks using tools like Cypress, xUnit, and Azure Pipelines, ensuring comprehensive integration and functionality across all services.
• Quality Assurance Techniques: Enhancing quality assurance practices by developing and implementing robust test scenarios from requirements, leveraging extensive domain and technology knowledge.
• CI/CD and DevOps Processes: Optimizing CI/CD workflows using Azure DevOps and Jenkins to improve deployment and testing efficiency.
• Technical Collaboration and Support : Collaborating with development teams to integrate best testing practices and address issues in test automation workflows, supporting a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
• Strategic Test Planning: Executing strategic testing initiatives that align with the organizational goals, including the deployment of new technologies and methodologies.

• 5+ years of professional experience in a similar role, demonstrating a deep understanding of software testing, automation, and quality assurance
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of proficiency in using programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and/or Python for developing and maintaining test scripts; skilled in leveraging frameworks like Selenium or Cypress to enhance automation efforts.
• 4+ years of experience working with DevOps, and CI/CD platforms such as Azure DevOps, AWS, Jenkins, etc.
• 5+ years of experience working with a wide variety of test automation tools, and frameworks such as Cypress, TestCafe, Selenium, JMeter, Locust, SuperTest, PostMan, Mocha, Chai, Jasmine, etc.
• 4+ years working in Agile Software Development Methodologies
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Equivalent Experience
• Agile Methodology: Leads Agile ceremonies, mentors team members in Agile practices, and optimizes development and testing processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality software within Agile frameworks.
• Programming Languages and Frameworks: Proficient in multiple programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Python. Utilizes advanced frameworks like Selenium, Cypress, and JMeter to architect robust and scalable automated test solutions.
• Test Automation: Architects and implements sophisticated automated testing strategies for UI, API, and performance testing. Develops complex test scripts and frameworks that enhance test coverage, reliability, and efficiency.
• End-to-End Testing: Designs comprehensive end-to-end testing plans to validate system integration and functionality across complex, distributed architectures. Identifies and mitigates risks to ensure system reliability and user satisfaction.
• Integration Testing: Leads the development of integration test plans and strategies. Collaborates closely with developers to address integration challenges and improve the overall system architecture and quality.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Designs and optimizes CI/CD pipelines for seamless integration of automated tests. Utilizes tools like Jenkins and Azure DevOps to facilitate continuous testing and feedback, accelerating software delivery.
• Version Control Systems: Manages version control processes using tools like Git. Ensures efficient collaboration and code integrity across teams, facilitating seamless updates and maintenance of test scripts.
• DevOps Practices: Advanced proficiency in implementing and optimizing DevOps practices to streamline software delivery. Collaborates effectively with development and operations teams to automate workflows, integrate testing into the CI/CD pipeline, and enhance system reliability and performance. Drives continuous improvement by identifying and implementing innovative solutions that improve efficiency and reduce time-to-market.
• Problem-Solving: Demonstrates exceptional analytical skills to tackle complex testing challenges and devise innovative solutions. Leads efforts to improve software quality and reliability through strategic problem-solving.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Provides technical leadership and mentorship to SDETs
• Strategic Planning: Develops and executes strategic testing plans aligned with organizational goals. Conducts proof of concepts for new testing tools and methodologies to drive innovation and efficiency.

• IT WOULD BE NICE IF YOU HAVE:

• Strong familiarity with TypeScript or JavaScript
• Extensive experience with Azure cloud services
• Experience in mobile test automation

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