Software Test Engineer I (Systems Test)

Tandem Diabetes Care Europe B.V.; California; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tandem Diabetes Care Europe B.V. is seeking a Software Test Engineer 1 to help build and run automated tests ensuring end-to-end system functionality.

The role collaborates with Systems Test, Systems Engineering, Development, and Quality teams to verify changes and improve automation coverage. The position is based in Del Mar, CA in a hybrid setup, requiring in-office presence 2–3 days per week with potential for more on-site as needed.

Qualifications

• Foundational TypeScript knowledge; other languages desirable.
• Experience with test frameworks like Cucumber or Jasmine.
• Exposure to test automation tools for web/mobile (Appium, WebdriverIO, Selenium).
• Familiarity with source control and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Develops, executes, and documents automated tests for end-to-end system functionality.
• Supports CI/CD test workflows and collaboration with Systems Test, Systems Engineering, Development, and Quality teams.
• Reviews test results, logs, and artifacts; investigates failures and escalates defects.
• Participates in automation code reviews and adheres to source control practices.
• Keeps current with industry trends in software testing and automation.
• Assists with estimating test effort and reporting test procedures.

Skills

TypeScript

C++

C#

JavaScript

Python

Cucumber

Jasmine

Appium

WebdriverIO

Selenium

CI/CD pipelines

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science

Job description

GROW WITH US:

Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We'd love for you to team up with us to "innovate every day," put "people first," and take the "no-shortcuts" approach that has propelled us to become a leader in the diabetes technology industry.

STAY AWESOME:

Tandem Diabetes Care is proud to manufacture and sell the Tandem Mobi system and t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ+ technology - an advanced predictive algorithm that automates insulin delivery. But we're so much more than that. Our company's human-centered approach to design, development, and support delivers innovative products and services for people who use insulin. Because many of our own team members live with diabetes, or have a loved one impacted by diabetes, the work is personal, and we are committed to the cause. Learn more at tandemdiabetes.com

A DAY IN THE LIFE:

The Systems Software Test Engineer contributes to developing, executing, and documenting automated tests that verify end-to-end system functionality, robustness, and reliability in accordance with approved test plans, procedures, and defined metrics. The role supports system verification through test-case development, test automation and execution, analysis of data and results, and defect tracking and investigation. Working with Systems Test, Systems Engineering, Development, Test Tools, and Quality teams, the engineer contributes to verification and automation initiatives, supports CI/CD test workflows, and builds an understanding of system architecture and interfaces to support evaluation of the impact of software changes across the system.

Software Test Engineer 1's at Tandem are also responsible for:

• Collaborates with Systems Test and Systems Engineering to review product requirements, feature designs, system robustness and reliability metrics, and system configurations, and develops test cases for system verification with appropriate guidance.
• Develops and maintains automated test suites using established test automation frameworks and approved verification procedures.
• Executes and monitors automated test suites through CI/CD pipelines; reviews test results, metrics, logs, and artifacts; investigates failures using established procedures; and escalates suspected product defects.
• Participates in automation code reviews and follows established source control, branching, and documentation practices.
• Stays current with industry trends and best practices in software testing and automation.
• Assists development engineers in the diagnosis and replication of product failures.
• Efficiently manages own time to complete work by assigned completion dates.
• Records and compiles data for documentation of test procedures and prepares reports.
• Assists with estimating test effort for project deliverables.
• Works as a contributing member of cross-functional teams as needed, working closely with R&D engineering and Quality Engineers to match software test scope with documented specification requirements.

WHEN & WHERE YOU'LL WORK:

Hybrid: This role will be a mix of in-office work at our corporate headquarters in Del Mar, CA and remote work. This position is expected to be in office 2-3 days per week but may require on-site attendance up to five days per week depending on business demands.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Foundational knowledge of TypeScript required; experience with additional programming or scripting languages such as C++, C#, JavaScript, or Python is preferred.
• Familiarity with test frameworks used for automated testing, such as Cucumber, Jasmine, or similar technologies.
• Exposure to test automation tools used for web and mobile such as Appium, WebdriverIO, Selenium, or similar technologies.
• Familiarity with source control concepts and CI/CD pipelines used to support automated testing workflows.
• Ability to read and follow procedures and flow diagrams.
• Able to effectively share information and ideas within and outside of department in written or verbal form; able to put forth own ideas and gain understanding from others.
• Ability to support effective interactions between team members and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to organize assigned tasks, manage competing priorities, meet established deadlines, and produce high-quality work with appropriate guidance.
• Experience with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

EXTRA AWESOME:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science or related field or equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience.
• Relevant internship, academic, project, or hands-on experience in software testing, software development, or test automation is preferred.
• Exposure to developing and executing software test cases and documenting test results and defects, preferred.
• Exposure to automated software testing and software verification activities.
• Exposure to using test automation tools, source control s