Sr. Software Developer in Test

Echodyne Corp; Kirkland (WA); Hybrid; USD 137,196 - 205,382; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSU

Full medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Flexible PTO

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Pet Insurance

Mental Health coverage

Travel Assistance

Prepaid Legal Program

Job summary

Echodyne Corp seeks a Sr. Software Developer in Test to build next-generation radar software. The role focuses on designing automated UI (Selenium) and REST API tests in Python, integrating into CI/CD with Jenkins, and mentoring peers. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in test automation on hardware/software stacks and strong Linux & Git skills.

The position is on-site/hybrid in Kirkland, WA, with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary. This is an exempt role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in test automation, QA engineering, or SDET roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with Python, Selenium, and API testing (e.g.: requests, pytest, or Postman).
• Experience working on a stack/product with hardware & software dependencies.
• Practical understanding of testing principles, test case design, and QA best practices.
• Proficiency with Jenkins for CI/CD and test pipeline integration.
• Experience working against Docker environments.
• Strong command of Linux environments and Git workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated tests for UI (Selenium) and REST APIs using Python.
• Analyze product requirements and specifications to create detailed test scenarios and automation suites.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins.
• Collaborate with development teams to define automation coverage and improve testability.
• Build test tools for reporting, dashboards, and automated notifications.
• Apply best practices to ensure thorough, reliable, and maintainable automation.
• Support and maintain test infrastructure and environments.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on automation best practices.

Skills

Python

Selenium

API testing

CI/CD

Docker

Linux

Git

Tools

Jenkins

Postman

pytest

Job description

Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).

Echodyne is seeking a Sr. Software Developer in Test to help build our next-generation radar software.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and implement automated tests for UI (Selenium) and REST APIs using Python
• Analyze product requirements and specifications to create detailed test scenarios and automation suites
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins
• Collaborate with development teams to define automation coverage and improve testability
• Build test tools for reporting, dashboards, and automated notifications
• Apply best practices to ensure thorough, reliable, and maintainable automation
• Support and maintain test infrastructure and environments
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on automation best practices

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years in test automation, QA engineering, or SDET roles
• Strong hands-on experience with Python, Selenium, and API testing (e.g.: requests, pytest, or Postman)
• Experience working on a stack/product with hardware & software dependencies
• Practical understanding of testing principles, test case design, and QA best practices
• Proficiency with Jenkins for CI/CD and test pipeline integration
• Experience working against Docker environments
• Strong command of Linux environments and Git workflows

Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.

WHAT WE OFFER

This is an exempt role.

The expected annual salary range for this role is

$137,196 - $205,382 USD

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:

• RSU (Restricted Stock Units)
• Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
• Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
• Virtual Care – 98Point6
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
• Travel Assistance Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)
• 401(k) match
• Pet Insurance
• Prepaid Legal Program
• Paid Company Holidays

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