Senior Software Test Engineer

AECOM; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Software Quality Assurance Engineer responsible for guiding the testing process through the Agile SDLC. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in a regulated environment and will lead efforts to ensure compliance and quality in product development, mentoring junior team members along the way.

Benefits

Career development programs

Free medical coverage

Retirement savings with high employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement and educational benefits

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Software Quality Assurance in a regulated industry.
• Moderate knowledge of Agile methodologies and test-driven methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete software testing for development user stories within an Agile SDLC process.
• Create verification test cases based on requirements and execute them.
• Mentor junior members of the software testing team.

Skills

Software Quality Assurance

Agile methodologies

Test-driven methodologies

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related engineering field

Tools

Python

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

**Working at Abbott**

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

+ Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

+ Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

+ An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

+ Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-stude...) student debt program and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree...) education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

+ A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

+ A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

**The Opportunity**

This position represents test engineering throughout the Software Development Lifecycle. Position contributes to both the product development but also to the SDLC Agile process. Position includes mentoring junior members of the team and ensuring the correct procedures and processes are being followed for both software quality and compliance.

**What you’ll work on**

+ Complete software testing and activities for development user stories within an Agile SDLC process

+ Review System Specifications/Requirements documents, user stories and create verification test cases (based on those requirements) and execute test cases.

+ Investigate and report unexpected events, issues or software bugs. Verify fixes

+ Perform exploratory testing, system level end to end testing, develop test datasets and execute automation scripts (to ensure application software releases are of high quality)

+ Create verification and validation test plans, test reports, trace matrices and review with relevant stakeholders (dev and quality)

+ Review deliverables/activities as identified in the test plans for accuracy, consistency, completeness and compliance. Ensure adequate test coverage for every release

+ Review code diff analysis and develop robust regression test strategy

+ Mentor and provide day to day guidance to the junior members of the software test team.

+ Review work to ensure compliance and quality

+ Provide feedback and suggest improvements to the Agile SDLC process

+ Develop and execute automation scripts in Python or other programming languages

**Required Qualifications**

+ 4+ years of Software Quality Assurance in a regulated industry is required

+ Moderate knowledge of Agile methodologies

+ Moderate level of understanding of test-driven methodologies

+ Demonstrated success in technical proficiency, creativity, and independent thought

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills

+ Strong analytical & problem-solving skills

+ Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities

**Preferred**

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related engineering field

+ Moderate level of knowledge with continuous integration & continuous development (CI/CD)

**What We Offer**

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

+ **Training and career development** , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance

+ **Financial security** through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans

+ **Health care and well-being programs** including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs

+ **Paid time off**

+ **401(k)** retirement savings with a generous company match

+ **The stability of a company** with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

**Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:** www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

The base pay for this position is $98,000.00 – $196,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email [e-mail]