Senior Software Test Engineer

Meso Scale Discovery • Gaithersburg, MD

65d • $88,100 - $134,400

About The Position

The Senior Software Test Engineer is responsible for the testing of major components of present and future MSD software products.

Requirements

• A minimum of Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related area is required.
• 3-5 years experience in testing through a full software development life cycle.
• Working knowledge of testing tools like Selenium WebDriver and Postman.
• Working knowledge of Java, Python, version management control software, and bug-tracking software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with developers to integrate and test software components into a system to meet requirements.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot the test framework to resolve problems during automated test development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with personnel at all levels.
• Ability to analyze requirements and user stories to ensure test coverage.
• Strong written and verbal skills required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of test management software is desired.
• Knowledge of scripting, building tools, databases, and installations desirable.
• Creativity in test approach is expected.

Responsibilities

• Independently create, improve, maintain, and execute a testing framework (manual and automated).
• Develop and execute smoke tests, test software patches, test internal releases and test full product releases.
• Develop and execute end-to-end, operational, and performance tests for software products.
• Interfacing with other departments when needed to coordinate testing efforts or resources.
• Verify and/or validate software products providing official verification results.
• Aide in the creation of release documentation and ensure they are complete and accurate.
• Review, improve, and audit based on our processes used for verification and validation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with prescription benefits.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Employee assistance program.
• Fitness club membership contribution.
• Pet insurance.
• Identity theft protection.
• Home and auto insurance discounts.
• Optional supplemental life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees