Senior Systems Quality Assurance Test Automation Engineer

Jobs via Dice; Maynard (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Systems Quality Assurance Test Automation Engineer to join their dynamic team in Maynard, MA. This pivotal role focuses on ensuring that cutting-edge products meet rigorous software and hardware specifications. You will design and develop comprehensive test plans and automation software, execute tests on new releases, and collaborate closely with product developers to troubleshoot issues before delivery. If you are passionate about test automation and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values diversity and fosters a culture of growth and connection, where your contributions can make a significant impact on the future of technology.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in developing scalable test automation software.
• Strong experience with QA methodologies and testing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop test plans and automation software.
• Execute tests on new product software releases.

Skills

Mergers and Acquisitions

Product Development

System Testing

Test Plans

Release Notes

Computer Science

Electrical Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

C#

C++

Python

Bugzilla

Jira

Job description

Senior Systems Quality Assurance Test Automation Engineer

• Posted 3 days ago | Updated 10 hours ago

Overview

On Site

Full Time

Skills

• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Product Development
• System Testing
• Test Plans
• Release Notes
• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering

The application window is expected to close on: 3/10/25.

This role will be based out of our Maynard, MA office.

Meet the Team:

Acacia is well known for developing groundbreaking products in short time intervals. To support new product development at an exciting pace, the SQA team is challenged to architect, build, and maintain test automation software using scalable and maintainable methods.

Your Impact:

The Systems Quality Assurance (SQA) Test Automation Engineer is one of the key members of the Acacia team, responsible for assuring that Acacia products reliably conform to software and hardware specifications. If you have a passion for test automation, working on complex systems, and delivering high-quality best-in-class technology, then this position is calling your name.

• Design and develop test plans, test facilities, and test automation software (C#)
• Execute tests on new Acacia product software releases
• Work closely with product developers to resolve issues before delivery to customers
• Document detailed test results and publish software release notes for customers

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Computer/Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• 10 years of experience in developing large-scale, efficient, scalable, and easily maintainable test automation software in SQA, SVT, or similar environments using C#, C++, or Python
• Experience with QA methodologies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong technical background in optical telecommunications, especially in DWDM transport and optical coherent subsystems
• First-hand experience with testing of optical telecommunication systems
• Understanding of ITU recommendations related to Optical Transport Networks, such as G.709 and G.798
• Experience with bug tracking and reporting tools such as Bugzilla and Jira
• Ability to lead efforts toward enhancing the testing process

#WeAreCisco

Our passion is connection - we celebrate our employees' diverse set of backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisconians often experience one company, many careers where learning and development are encouraged and supported at every stage.

We understand our outstanding opportunity to bring communities together and at the heart of that is our people. One-third of Cisconians collaborate in our 30 employee resource organizations, called Inclusive Communities, to connect, foster belonging, learn to be informed allies, and make a difference.

Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:

When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses.