Software Automation Test Developer -1

United States Digital Space LLC; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 46,210 - 63,983; Full time

Job summary

Danaher is seeking a Software Automation Test Developer to design, execute, and maintain automated tests in an agile environment. Based in Concord, Canada, this on-site role collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software delivery.

The role emphasizes creating and running automated tests, contributing to the automation framework, and providing timely feedback on new features, with opportunities to grow within a DBS-driven culture.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or min 2 years of relevant experience or MS in Computer Science.
• Object‑oriented programming skills (Java, C++, Python, or similar).
• Some experience developing frontend and/or backend automated tests.
• Knowledge of software functional and non‑functional testing techniques and the software testing lifecycle.
• Familiarity with source control, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Delivery tools & concepts.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, debug, and run automated tests under guidance to help increase test coverage and validate intended product behavior.
• Support and contribute to the automation framework by implementing small enhancements and following established standards.
• Provide timely test feedback for new features and enhancements through automated test execution and clear result reporting.
• Identify, isolate, and document defects with clear reproduction steps; collaborate with developers and senior team members on resolution.
• Participate in user story discussions by asking clarifying questions, helping break down testing tasks, and providing basic effort estimates.
• Work closely with Verification Specialists, Software Developers, and stakeholders to understand feature requirements and define appropriate automated test scenarios.
• Participate in peer reviews of automated test code and apply feedback to improve code quality and maintainability and follow development best practices to write reliable, maintainable, and resilient automated tests.

Skills

Java/C++/Python

Automated testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Git

Jira

TeamCity

Job description

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At the company, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

As part of the company, you will help to influence life changing research and outcomes, while accelerating your potential. For more than 50 years, we have been empowering our customers to solve the most impactful analytical challenges in quantitation and characterization through ground‑breaking innovation and outstanding reliability and support. You will be part of a winning team, enabled by DBS, that is passionate about helping life science experts around the world get to answers they can trust.

Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

The Software Automation Test Developer -1 is responsible for designing, executing, and maintaining software automation tests in an agile environment. Continuously improve test automation processes and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure high‑quality software delivery.

This position reports to the Software Development and Verification Manager and is part of the Software Department located in Concord, Canada and will be an on‑site role.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Create, maintain, debug, and run automated tests under guidance to help increase test coverage and validate intended product behavior.
• Support and contribute to the automation framework by implementing small enhancements and following established standards.
• Provide timely test feedback for new features and enhancements through automated test execution and clear result reporting.
• Identify, isolate, and document defects with clear reproduction steps; collaborate with developers and senior team members on resolution.
• Participate in user story discussions by asking clarifying questions, helping break down testing tasks, and providing basic effort estimates.
• Work closely with Verification Specialists, Software Developers, and stakeholders to understand feature requirements and define appropriate automated test scenarios.
• Participate in peer reviews of automated test code and apply feedback to improve code quality and maintainability and follow development best practices to write reliable, maintainable, and resilient automated tests.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• BS in Computer Science or min 2 years of relevant experience or MS in Computer Science.
• Object‑oriented programming skills (Java, C++, Python, or similar).
• Some experience developing frontend and/or backend automated tests.
• Knowledge of software functional and non‑functional testing techniques and the software testing lifecycle.
• Familiarity with source control, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Delivery tools & concepts.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Ability to clearly communicate testing and technology‑related topics to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders; Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with modern version control and work tracking tools; experience with Git and Jira is preferred. Exposure to TeamCity and internal/custom engineering tools is an advantage.
• 1–3 years of software QA & testing experience or an educational background in Chemistry is a strong plus with an understanding of agile development processes and practices.