Principal Software Development Engineer in Test

Overview:

This is a hands-on coding role where testing serves as a critical application of your technical expertise. If you are a fast learner with strong coding abilities, a practical mindset, and a passion for making an impact in the life sciences industry, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Develop reusable and extensible Test Automation and performance frameworks for front-end, middle-tier services, and back-end databases across our technology stack.
• Write clear, maintainable, and high-quality code to ensure comprehensive test coverage and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify technical debt and maintain code quality and performance.
• Create and maintain automated web interface testing using frameworks such as Playwright or Selenium.
• Quickly learn new technologies and frameworks to adapt to the evolving needs of our software and testing requirements.
• Contribute to Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines by building robust and efficient testing solutions.
• Document processes, frameworks, and tests to ensure knowledge transfer and long-term maintainability.
• Advocate for pragmatic testing approaches, ensuring a balance between thoroughness and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Required: A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; a BA/BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related STEM field is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in software development and/or quality assurance roles, including at least 1 year working with Microsoft technologies.
• Strong coding skills in at least one of the following: .NET, C#, Python, or Django, with a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Demonstrated experience in automated testing for web interfaces using Playwright, Selenium, or similar frameworks.
• Familiarity with AWS services and cloud-based testing workflows.
• Experience working with DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficient in writing and executing test plans and scripts with a focus on enterprise-scale distributed systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving complex issues.
• Hands-on experience with code repositories such as Azure DevOps and GIT.
• Pragmatic and results-oriented, with excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• A passion for learning and adaptability to new technologies.
• A practical approach to problem-solving, balancing quality with efficiency.
• The ability to use coding skills to enhance testing efforts rather than being confined to specific frameworks.
• A collaborative mindset, fostering teamwork and knowledge sharing.

If you’re a developer who excels in quality-focused roles and thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment, this is an opportunity to leverage your coding expertise to drive impactful testing solutions. Join us in making a difference in the life sciences industry!