Sr. Software Engineer - Test (SDET) - Data/Python/AWS

Early Warning®; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that has been a cornerstone of the U.S. financial system for over thirty years. As a Senior Software Engineer in Test, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality and performance of large-scale applications. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative hybrid environment, focusing on automation and continuous integration. If you are passionate about tackling large-scale challenges and eager to contribute to innovative solutions, this role is perfect for you. Be part of a team that values your expertise and fosters your growth in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development or test automation frameworks.
• Proficient in Java and at least one other programming language.

Responsibilities

• Implement automated test structures in CI/CD pipelines.
• Execute automated and manual test suites to ensure system quality.

Skills

Java

Test Automation

CI/CD

API Testing

Python

AWS

Kubernetes

Selenium

Git

Appium

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Tools

GitLab

Eclipse

Android Studio

X-Code

Bamboo

Harness

Splunk

AppDynamics

Job description

At Early Warning, we’ve powered and protected the U.S. financial system for over thirty years with cutting-edge solutions like Zelle, Paze℠, and so much more. As a trusted name in payments, we partner with thousands of institutions to increase access to financial services and protect transactions for hundreds of millions of consumers and small businesses.

Positions located in Scottsdale, San Francisco, Chicago, or New York follow a hybrid work model to allow for a more collaborative working environment.

Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States, for any employer, at the date of hire. This position is ineligible for employment Visa sponsorship.

Engineering at Early Warning (EWS) is a blend of teams organized around many different platforms, capabilities and products that are brought together to power core capabilities at the biggest banks in America – this includes ubiquitous products like Zelle and Paze.

If you are hungry for large scale challenges and crave opportunities to learn and contribute in a big way (in an environment that is predominately Java) – we’d love to talk to you!

Overall Purpose

The Senior Software Engineer in Test (SDET) performs test strategy, test design, test planning and automation of various test frameworks and tools. Responsible for delivering quality and performance of large-scale API, web, and mobile application interfaces. This role is integral to EWS’ overall effort to implement enterprise test automation strategies and methodology and will have a focus on continuous integration and delivery for our products. Candidates for this position are experienced, hands on and self-motivated engineers who can work collaboratively in a continuous integration environment.

Essential Functions

• Implements an automated test structure in the CI/CD pipeline.
• Directly contribute to the development of automated component, system integration (E2E), regression, backward compatibility and performance tests through continuous integration.
• Executes automated and manual test suites and ensure overall system quality prior to production release.
• Reports defects and issues to development teams and manage defects through to successful resolution.
• Creates software test artifacts including test strategy, test plans, test cases, and test summary reports.
• Continually seek opportunities to improve, optimize and simplify existing testing processes and methodologies.
• Works together with relevant teams and departments to improve product quality.
• Provides training, mentorship, and support to quality engineering team members, focusing on systems, policies, procedures, and core Quality processes.
• Support the company’s commitment to risk management and protecting the integrity and confidentiality of systems and data.
• The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow instructions and perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field required.
• 5+ years’ experience developing software or test automation frameworks using two of the programming languages – Java, Ruby, Node.js or Python. Java is preferred.
• Prior experience with established Software development and monitoring tools (GitLab, GIT, Eclipse/Android Studio/X-Code, Bamboo, Harness, Splunk, AppDynamics).
• Experience with CI/CD and integrating automated testing.
• Experience implementing test automation frameworks for API, web or mobile platforms (hybrid, iOS or Android) using any test automation tools– Appium, Selenium, Web driver, Rest-Assured API, and Cucumber.
• AWS or Cloud experience.
• Kubernetes.
• Background and drug screen.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Glue along with Python
• AWS Athena for Cloud
• Groovy for automation
• Redshift, S3, Dynamo DB

Physical Requirements

Working conditions consist of a normal office environment. Work is primarily sedentary and requires extensive use of a computer and involves sitting for periods of approximately four hours. Work may require occasional standing, walking, kneeling and reaching. Must be able to lift 15 pounds occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently. Requires visual acuity and dexterity to view, prepare, and manipulate documents and office equipment including personal computers. Requires the ability to communicate with internal and/or external customers.

Employee must be able to perform essential functions and physical