Lead Software Engineering – Cloud Security Platform (Test Strategy)

AT&T•Middletown Township, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At AT&T, secure, cloud-first technology is the foundation of our future. As a Lead Software Engineer, Test Strategy in our Chief Security Office (CSO), you’ll play a critical role in protecting millions of customers and the infrastructure that powers our world. You’ll drive the technical excellence of our testing and QA engineering, ensuring our cloud security platforms are robust, innovative, and ready for tomorrow’s challenges. We’re seeking a hands-on, highly skilled engineer who thrives on building, automating, and optimizing testing strategies for cloud-native environments. This is your chance to shape the quality and security of Astra—AT&T’s flagship cloud security platform—and be a technical leader in a team that values curiosity, creativity, and collaboration.

Requirements

An expert in building and scaling test automation for cloud-native platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Deeply knowledgeable about modern QA methodologies, security testing, CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, JUnit, PyTest).
Experienced in integrating security principles and tools into the software development lifecycle.
A collaborative team player, able to communicate complex ideas effectively across technical and non-technical audiences.
Passionate about mentoring, continuous learning, and staying ahead of evolving technology and threat landscapes.
Creative, adaptable, and ready to solve complex challenges in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Bachelor’s degree required
5+ years of related experience in software engineering and test automation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field.
Experience with AI/ML-driven testing or emerging automation tools.
Proven record of successfully leading quality initiatives through technological and organizational change.
Master’s degree (MS/MA) in Computer Science, Engineering, or Cybersecurity preferred.

Responsibilities

Engineer World-Class Testing: Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive test frameworks and automation pipelines that ensure every aspect of Astra is secure, reliable, and performs at scale.
Champion QA and Security: Integrate advanced security testing, threat modeling, and incident simulations into the QA process—keeping our platform and customers a step ahead of cyber threats.
Innovate with Automation and AI: Leverage the latest in test automation, AI-driven testing, and non-functional testing techniques to maximize coverage, efficiency, and insight across functional, performance, and security domains.
Collaborate and Influence: Work closely with software engineers, product managers, and security specialists to embed quality and security from the earliest design stages through release.
Mentor and Inspire: Guide junior engineers and peers in best practices for test automation, code quality, and secure development—building a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
Drive Data-Driven Quality: Use metrics, analytics, and feedback loops to continuously improve testing processes, detect issues early, and accelerate time-to-value for new features.
Elevate the User Experience: Ensure that rigorous testing delivers not only secure and resilient solutions, but also intuitive and seamless user experiences.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone.