Senior Software Engineer in Test

University of Chicago; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telecommuting permitted

Benefits package

Job summary

The University of Chicago's Center for Translational Data Science seeks a Senior Software in Test in Chicago, IL. You will drive testing of web apps, APIs, and backend systems, delivering high-quality software through automated tests and reliable release processes.

This role requires strong Python and testing framework experience, plus Unix/Linux, CI/CD, and cloud familiarity. Telecommuting is permitted, with a 40-hour work week and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or related field plus 2 years of software testing experience.
• 2 years with each: software developer or engineer in test.
• Strong Python programming and web/API test design.

Responsibilities

• Deliver priority technical tasks with quality and timely delivery.
• Provide support and maintenance for existing applications.
• Mentor interns and onboarding staff; lead technical initiatives.
• Gather and analyze requirements with stakeholders.

Skills

Python programming

Golang

Javascript

C/C++/Java/C#

Web APIs testing

UI testing

Selenium

LoadRunner

Unix/Linux

CI/CD

JIRA

Jenkins

Cloud platforms

Agile SDLC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT or related field plus 2 years of software testing experience

Tools

AWS

GCP

Openstack

Oracle

Pytest

Job description

Department BSD CTD - Engineering: Plan X - QA About the Department

The Center for Translational Data Science (CTDS) at the University of Chicago is a research center whose mission is to develop the discipline of translational data science to impactful problems in biology, medicine, healthcare, and the environment. We envision a world in which researchers have ready access to the data needed and the tools required to make data driven discoveries that increase our scientific knowledge and improve the quality of life. We architect ecosystems of large-scale commons of research data, computing resources, applications, tools, and services for the broader research community to use data at scale to pursue scientific inquiry and accelerate discovery. Learn more at https://gdc.cancer.gov/, https://gen3.org/, https://stats.gen3.org/, and https://ctds.uchicago.edu/.

Job Information Senior Software in Test for Chicago, IL location.

Responsible for priority technical tasks and timely delivery of such tasks, meeting the required level of quality. Participation in complex and challenging activities, including design and implementation. Provide support and maintenance for existing applications. Provide technical mentorship to interns and onboarding staff and technical leadership in technical initiatives. Actively participate in the hiring process and provide fair and productive interview feedback. Elaborate on technical solutions internally and externally when required. Investigates, analyzes and resolves day-to-day technical problems using standard procedures. Works with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements for developmental programs. Receives a moderate level of guidance to design applications to meet University and business requirements. Performs code testing on components and works to ensure that appropriate implementation standards are met. Evaluates design alternatives for development cost and solutions using various methods.

Tech Env:

• Python programming
• Golang/Javascript
• C/C++/Java/C#
• design and evaluate tests for web apps, APIs, and backend
• unit & automated regression testing
• test case development
• Pytest
• UX/UI testing & browser test automation w/Selenium
• performance & load testing w/LoadRunner
• Unix/Linux programming
• version control experience
• JIRA
• Jenkins
• Cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Openstack)
• CI/CD
• Agile SDLC

Additional Responsibilities Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT or related field plus 2 years of experience in software testing required.

Required Skills:

• 2 years with each: software developer or engineer in test
• Python programming
• design and evaluate tests for web apps, APIs, and backend
• unit & automated regression testing
• test case development
• Pytest
• UX/UI testing & browser test automation with Selenium
• performance & load testing with LoadRunner
• Unix/Linux programming
• version control experience
• JIRA
• Jenkins
• Cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Openstack/Oracle)
• CI/CD
• Agile SDLC

Background check including review of conviction history required.

Some telecommuting permitted.

The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.

Benefit Eligibility Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.

Pay Rate Type Salary Pay Range $80,000.00 - $120,000.00

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Union Non-Union Job is Exempt Yes

Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

Posting Date 2026-08-14

Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.

For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case‑by‑case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

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