Software Engineering Senior Advisor - Hybrid

3M HEALTHCARE; Morris Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 130,200 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental coverage

401(k) with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Well-being programs

Life insurance

Job summary

The Cigna Group is seeking a Software Engineering Senior Advisor focused on Quality Engineering and AI test automation to define, measure, and improve quality across complex platforms. You will shape testing strategy, drive automation, and partner across teams to ensure reliable, high‑impact technology outcomes.

Responsibilities include owning end‑to‑end QE strategy, embedding quality in Agile, expanding test automation, mentoring engineers, and delivering clear metrics for continuous

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in software quality engineering or related roles in complex enterprise environments.
• STLC knowledge including test design, execution, defect management and quality metrics.
• Proven experience leading end-to-end testing strategies across multiple systems and teams.
• Ability to translate business needs into quality solutions and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive end-to-end QE strategy across multiple systems and teams.
• Define and execute a modern testing roadmap including functional, integration, regression and performance testing.
• Embed quality into Agile delivery and integrate testing into Scrum/Kanban workflows.
• Lead enterprise testing efforts by identifying risks and quality gaps and guiding resolution.
• Expand test automation to improve coverage, speed and stability while reducing manual effort.
• Partner with engineering, product, data and infrastructure teams to promote shared ownership.
• Deliver reporting, metrics and insights that inform decisions and drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor and coach team members on modern quality engineering practices.

Skills

Quality engineering leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Jira

Job description

Help us build quality into everything we deliver. As a Software Engineering Senior Advisor focused on Quality Engineering (QE) and AI Test Automation, you will lead how we define, measure, and improve quality across complex platforms. You will shape testing strategy, drive automation, and partner across teams to ensure reliable, high‑impact technology outcomes that support business goals.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the end-to-end Quality Engineering strategy across multiple systems, aligning quality outcomes with business and technology objectives.
• Define and execute a modern testing roadmap that includes functional, integration, regression, performance, and end‑to‑end validation.
• Embed quality practices into Agile delivery, ensuring testing is integrated into Scrum and Kanban workflows.
• Lead enterprise testing efforts by identifying risks, dependencies, and quality gaps, and guiding teams to timely resolution.
• Expand test automation to improve coverage, speed, and stability while reducing manual effort.
• Partner with engineering, product, data, and infrastructure teams to promote shared ownership of quality outcomes.
• Deliver clear reporting, metrics, and insights that drive informed decisions and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and coach team members on modern quality engineering practices, fostering growth and improving team capability.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in software quality engineering, testing, or related roles in complex enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), including test design, execution, defect management, and quality metrics.
• Proven experience leading end-to-end testing strategies across multiple systems and teams.
• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate business needs into quality solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, pharmacy benefit management, or health plan environments.
• Hands‑on experience with test automation tools such as Java or JavaScript frameworks, Cypress, Cucumber, TestNG, or similar.
• Familiarity with performance, security, GRC process, Onspring, ServiceNow VR, and risk‑based testing approaches.
• Experience working in Agile and DevOps / DevSecOps environments.
• Exposure to AI‑enabled testing tools or advanced quality engineering solutions — AI Tools such as AccelQ, Appvance, LambdaTest, Cursor, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

Compensation and Benefits

Annual salary range: $130,200–$217,000 USD. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

Benefits include medical, vision, dental, and well‑being and behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company contribution, company‑paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year, and paid holidays.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy), or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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The Cigna Group has a tobacco‑free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.