SDET sr-ST; Nashville, TN

Starbucks Coffee Company•Nashville, TN
•$96,400 - $166,600•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), you will advance test automation capabilities and help ensure high-quality software delivery across systems and applications. You will design, develop, and sustain scalable automation frameworks while guiding teams on best practices throughout the software development lifecycle. The role collaborates with engineers, analysts, and project managers and provides guidance to QA analysts, developers, and testers. The position is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and is onsite four days per week. Starbucks offers a range of partner benefits, including health and insurance coverage, paid leave, retirement and stock programs, education support, and other resources; eligibility and benefit details may vary.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of experience designing and developing automation frameworks, with strong programming and scripting skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong coding experience with object-oriented programming and design patterns.
  • Experience with automation tools and frameworks, whether open-source or commercial.
  • Knowledge of the software development lifecycle, Agile methodologies, and test management practices.
  • Experience with version control systems and defect tracking tools.
  • Understanding of cloud technologies (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) and system architecture concepts.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design and enhance test automation frameworks; build and improve frameworks and implement scalable automated test suites and scripts.
  • Recommend and implement improvements to automation design, development, and execution processes.
  • Provide oversight and guidance to QA analysts, developers, and testers on automation and performance testing strategies.
  • Develop, maintain, and debug automated test scripts; track and communicate execution results.
  • Participate in tool selection, create proofs of concept, and recommend automation solutions.
  • Collaborate across teams with engineers, analysts, and project managers to deliver high-quality software.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Basic and supplemental life insurance and other voluntary insurance benefits.
  • Short-term and long-term disability.
  • Paid parental leave and family expansion reimbursement.
  • Paid vacation from date of hire, sick time, eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match for eligible partners.
  • Discounted company stock program (S.I.P.) and Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock).
  • Incentivized emergency savings and financial well-being tools.
  • 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan.
  • Student loan management resources and access to other educational opportunities.
  • Backup care and DACA reimbursement.
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