Test Engineer

Cerebre; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible time-off

Job summary

cerebre is seeking a Test Engineer to elevate software quality. You will design and execute test plans across functional, regression, and performance testing, aligning with SDLC and CI/CD practices.

You will collaborate with engineers to validate P&ID documentation and drive defect resolution, while advancing automation strategies within a remote, globally distributed team. Join a market-leading, fully remote team focused on building the data foundation of industrial facilities, with a strong

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Test Engineer or in a similar role.
• Experience in software testing, including test design, test case creation, and defect management.
• Experience testing web applications.
• Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Working knowledge of at least one programming language (e.g., TypeScript, Python, C#, or similar).
• Professional experience involving test automation.
• Experience with Playwright or other test automation tools and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for software products, including functional, regression, and performance testing.
• Review P&ID documentation to create relevant and accurate test cases.
• Identify, document, and track software defects; collaborate with developers to reproduce and resolve issues.
• Integrate testing into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and CI/CD workflows.
• Utilize test design tools to create efficient test cases and track issues with defect management tools.
• Continuously improve testing processes, methodologies, and tools, staying current with trends.

Skills

Test planning

Test design

Defect management

Web testing

Test automation

Playwright

CI/CD

Remote collaboration

Programming basics

Tools

Playwright

CI/CD pipelines

Test design tools

Job description

cerebre is on a mission to build the data foundation of the physical world. We offer a live intelligence map of a facilities – built from schematics to power AI. Often called the “brain” of the digital twin, cerebre helps engineers, data scientists, and business teams understand data within the context of the plant.

We collaborate with the world’s largest companies and most innovative partners who are transforming the industrial sector.

cerebre is a global team of engineers, scientists, innovators, and explorers united by a mission to help the world’s largest manufacturing facilities build and use intelligence.

Our development team is made up of world-class engineers who design and deliver novel solutions. This is an opportunity to join a market-leading team that is changing how the industrial world works.

If you love building and creating value in the “white space,” if you thrive with the freedom and flexibility to think outside the box, if you are passionate about working with critical thinkers who challenge the status quo, and if you aspire to work in a fast-paced environment – we would love to meet you!

We believe flexibility drives creativity and that our team should live and work where we can be our best selves. We’re 100% remote and offer a competitive time-off package to ensure time for rest and recharge.

About the role

We are looking for a Test Engineer to elevate our software quality to the next level. As a member of our technology team, you will work daily with our world-class engineers. You will think broadly to create and execute test plans that ensure our products meet the highest standards. You will apply your engineering logic and keen attention to detail to solve some of the most demanding technical challenges in the industry. You will have the freedom to design and implement your testing strategies with some of the brightest minds in the space .

Key Responsibilities

• Test Planning and Execution: Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for our software products, ensuring that they meet the highest quality standards. This includes functional, regression, and performance testing.
• P&ID Documentation Review: Work closely with P&ID technical documentation to create relevant and accurate test cases. Ensure that all aspects of the engineering design are tested and validated.
• Defect Identification and Management: Identify, document, and track software defects using defect management tools. Work with developers to reproduce and resolve issues, ensuring timely fixes and improvements.
• SDLC Integration: Integrate testing processes into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), ensuring that testing is an integral part of the development and deployment process.
• Tool Utilization: Utilize test design tools to create efficient and effective test cases. Employ defect management tools to track and report issues, providing clear and actionable feedback to the development team.
• Continuous Improvement: Continuously seek to improve testing processes, methodologies, and tools. Stay up to date with the latest testing trends and technologies to enhance testing effectiveness and efficiency.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and other stakeholders, to understand requirements, discuss testing strategies, and ensure alignment on quality goals.
• Technical Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of test plans, test cases, and test results. Provide clear and concise reports to the team, highlight areas of concern, and recommend improvements.
• Automation: Where applicable, identify opportunities for test automation to increase testing efficiency and coverage. Collaborate with the development team to implement automated tests as part of the CI/CD pipeline.
• Problem-Solving: Apply strong problem-solving skills to identify root causes of defects and propose solutions. Analyze test results to identify trends and prevent recurring issues.
• Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing: Mentor junior team members and share knowledge and best practices within the team. Foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
• Global Team Collaboration: Work effectively within a globally distributed remote team, communicating effectively across time zones and cultural differences. Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to the overall success of the team

Required Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Test Engineer or in a similar role
• Experience in software testing, including test design, test case creation, and defect management
• Experience testing web applications
• Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Working knowledge of at least one programming language (e.g., TypeScript, Python , C#, or similar)
• P rofessional experience involving test automation
• Experience with Playwright or other test automation tools and frameworks
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills
• Desire to learn and continuously improve technical skills
• Ability to work effectively within a globally distributed remote team

Preferred Skills

• Graph Theory: Advanced knowledge of graph theory.
• TestMo: Experience using TestMo or similar test management tools.
• CAD Diagrams: Ability to read and create CAD diagrams.
• Startup Experience: Previous experience in a startup environment.
• Certification: ISTQB certification

More about Cerebre

We are cross-functional collaborators.

We blend manufacturing process knowledge with software and big data engineering expertise to create value in physical settings

We are experienced.

We are armed with industry-leading experts in numerical simulation, combustion, power, computational fluid dynamics, and chemical process modeling

We are serious builders.

We develop our platforms using leading practices in IT/OT architecture, OT security, AI architecture, ML Ops, and Platform engineering