Software Test Engineer

Actalent; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join the Automation and Tools Development team in Sunrise, FL. This contract role focuses on building automation tools, test infrastructure, and frameworks to improve test efficiency and reliability within an Agile Scrum environment.

You will work on ECU interfaces, CI/CD pipelines, and cross-functional collaboration, contributing to automation initiatives and expanding tools across multiple labs with a hybrid onsite/offsite setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of OOD, multithreading, algorithms, and data structures experience.
• 2+ years of Python development and automated testing with Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software tools and automation features that support automated testing.
• Design, develop, and maintain test libraries interfacing with ECUs, test mgmt systems, and defect tracking systems.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts converting manual tests to automated tests.
• Create and maintain automation configurations and execution pipelines.

Skills

Python development

Object-oriented analysis

Multithreading

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering

Tools

PyTest

Jira

GitHub

QNX

SQL

Django

Job description

Job Title: Software Test Engineer

Job Description

This Software Tools Developer role sits within a Software Updates Test Automation and Tools Development team, building software solutions that enable automated testing of automotive infotainment, connectivity, and related vehicle technologies. You will design, develop, and maintain automation tools, frameworks, and test infrastructure that increase test efficiency, coverage, and reliability while collaborating closely with development and manual test teams in an Agile Scrum environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software tools and automation features that support automated testing, following established engineering best practices.
• Design, develop, and maintain test libraries that interface with electronic control units (ECUs), test management systems, and defect tracking systems.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts that convert manual test cases into automated tests.
• Create and maintain automation configurations and execution pipelines for test collateral and tools.
• Collaborate with development teams and manual test teams to understand testing requirements and implement the required tools and test scripts.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure software quality, identify regressions, and maintain alignment with team coding standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve existing tools, frameworks, and processes, and propose innovative approaches to unresolved testing challenges.
• Contribute to team deliverables by actively participating in Agile Scrum development sprints and related ceremonies.
• Support the ongoing transition to higher levels of automation within the testing organization by enhancing and scaling existing solutions.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in object-oriented analysis and design, including multithreading, algorithms, and data structures.
• 2+ years of experience in Python development; relevant coursework and/or research may be considered.
• Proficiency in developing automated testing solutions using Python.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to creatively and effectively identify root causes of issues.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with automated testing frameworks and environments such as PyTest, unit testing frameworks, or Slash.
• Experience with CI/CD systems.
• Experience with Windows and Linux command-line environments, including batch and shell scripting.
• Experience with programming languages such as Groovy, Java, or C++.
• Experience with test case management systems such as TestRail.
• Experience with defect tracking systems such as Jira.
• Experience with source code management tools such as GitHub.
• Experience working with embedded operating systems, such as QNX or Linux.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-site team environment and contribute in a self-driven, self-motivated manner.
• Experience with web application development frameworks such as Django.
• Experience with automated GUI testing tools such as Squish.
• Experience with database querying and administration using SQL.
• Interest in or experience with automotive infotainment, connectivity, or related vehicle technologies.
• Motivation to learn from mentors and grow within a rapidly expanding automation-focused team.

Work Environment

This role supports a team focused on testing automotive infotainment systems within an office environment that includes multiple labs. The position follows a hybrid schedule with four days onsite and one day remote each week, enabling close collaboration with engineers and access to test equipment and lab resources. You will work with a range of software tools, automation frameworks, ECUs, test management and defect tracking systems, and CI/CD infrastructure in a structured yet growth-oriented environment where the automation team is expected to expand significantly in the coming years, offering strong opportunities for mentorship and professional development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sunrise, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Sunrise,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.