Software Development Engineer in Test

Magnet Forensics; United States; On-site; USD 100,800 - 172,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off policies

Competitive compensation

Volunteer opportunities

Reward and recognition programs

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

A leading software development company in the United States is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test. This entry-level position focuses on ensuring quality throughout the software development lifecycle, including creating automated tests and collaborating with the Engineering team. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree and experience in API Testing, CI/CD environments, and Docker containers. The company offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits, reflecting its commitment to employee development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is a must.
• Experience with API Testing is essential.
• Must have knowledge of CI/CD pipeline processes.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage test cases and plans.
• Design automated testing suites.
• Collaborate with development to improve testing.

Skills

API Testing

CI/CD Pipeline experience

Docker Containers

Low-level OS knowledge

Expertise with Test Tracking Tools

Full-stack Development

Kubernetes

Mobile Testing (Android SDK, Xcode)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Software Development Engineer in Test

Base pay range

$100,800.00/yr - $172,800.00/yr

Role Overview

Magnet Forensics is a global leader in digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes, and shares evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets, and IoT devices. The Quality Assurance team continues to expand, and we are looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test to join us. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the quality of deliverables throughout the software development lifecycle, creating automated tests, and improving code testability for a one‑of‑a‑kind digital forensic product. Collaborating closely with our Engineering team, you will help make sure the product is both reliable and thoroughly tested.

The successful candidate will flourish making meaningful contributions, be determined, and manage major turning points independently in a fast‑paced environment.

NOTE: Candidate must reside in the United States or Canada.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, edit, manage test cases, and test plans.
• Design and manage automated testing suites.
• Work closely with development to increase and improve testing.
• Write, track, and verify software defects.
• Debug complex software systems.
• Work with DevOps to develop CI/CD pipeline testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Low‑level OS knowledge.
• API Testing skills.
• CI/CD Pipeline experience.
• Docker Containers proficiency.
• Expertise with Test Tracking Tools.
• Full‑stack Development experience.
• Kubernetes experience.
• Mobile Testing, Android SDK (Java) and/or Xcode (Objective‑C); if you have both, awesome.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range (min - max). The Compensation Range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. Please note that the actual compensation may vary depending on location and job‑related factors such as qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location and you are selected for an interview, the Talent Acquisition Partner can share more information with you.

MIN: $100,800 - MID: $144,000 - MAX: $172,800 (USD) a year

MIN: $88,900 - MID: $127,000 - MAX: $152,400 (CAD) a year

Magnet Is Proud To Offer Benefits Such As:

• Generous time off policies
• Competitive compensation
• Volunteer opportunities
• Reward and recognition programs
• Employee committees & resource groups
• Healthcare and retirement benefits

What We Are Looking For

We’re looking for someone who checks off most, but not all, of the boxes listed in “skills and experiences.” It’s more important to us to find candidates who can display indicators of success through skills they have developed and experiences they have been a part of, than to find folks who have ‘been there, done that’. We want to be part of your development journey, and we’ll learn as much from you as you learn from us.

The Most Important Thing

• CARE – We care about each other and our mission to make a difference in the world.
• OWN – We are accountable for our results – while never forgetting to act with integrity, empathy, and respect.
• DEDICATE – We put our heart and soul into meeting the needs of our customers and helping them serve the people they protect.
• EVOLVE – We are constantly innovating and exploring new ways to work together to make an impact with our work.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Software Development

Magnet Forensics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process and work environment. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout the hiring process. Please contact [email protected] should you require any accommodations.

All offers of employment at Magnet are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with all applicable laws. Magnet will consider each position’s job duties, among other factors, in determining what constitutes satisfactory completion of the background check. Refusal to consent to a background check may be grounds for revoking an offer of employment.

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