Why are we hiring?
Well, we're growing and thriving. So, we need smart, talented, and humble people who share our values to join us as we disrupt the home security space and relentlessly pursue our mission of keeping Every Home Secure.
What You'll Do:
SimpliSafe is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Software Engineer in Test. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementation of test automation to ensure the quality of API infrastructure powering our home security platform and Mobile app used by the end user. The ideal candidate will have extensive programming skills in Python, experience in automation frameworks
Primary responsibilities include:
- Engage in cross-functional collaboration with software development teams, manual Quality Assurance (QA) personnel, and key stakeholders to ascertain and enhance the overall quality.
- Design and implement automated test scripts using Python to augment testing capabilities and coverage, thereby mitigating risk and enhancing system reliability.
- Architect, cultivate, and augment specialized test frameworks and testing environments tailored to the unique requirements of API systems.
- Conduct proactive reviews of product requirements, behavioral specifications, and design documents to initiate test development in the early stages, thereby facilitating the identification of potential issues prior to actual software implementation.
- Maintain currency with emergent technologies and methodologies in the software testing landscape, leveraging this knowledge to drive innovation and continuous improvement within the organization.
What You'll Bring:-
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in either software development or automated test development.
- Proficiency in Python programming, with demonstrable experience in leveraging Python-based automation frameworks.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies and their practical application within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Capability to operate both independently and within team settings, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving acumen.
Technical Skills:
- Strong expertise in Python3 and PyTest, as well as CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions or equivalent infrastructure.
- Experience with API automation testing and Mobile APP testing.
- Familiarity with selenium , appium or similar frameworks.
- Experience or familiarity with testing audio & video technologies and IoT is an asset.
What Values You'll Share:
- Customer Obsessed - Building deep empathy for customers and developing strong, long-term relationships with them.-
- Aim High - Always challenging oneself and others to raise the bar.
- No Ego - "No job too small" attitude, and an open, inclusive and humble style.
- One Team - Highly collaborative approach to achieving success.
- Lift As We Climb - A track record of investing in developing others and helping others succeed.
- Lean & Nimble - Working with agility and efficiency to experiment in an often-ambiguous environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Likewise, we are committed to full support of qualified individuals in hiring and employment. In keeping with this commitment, we will work with qualified individuals with disabilities to assess whether a reasonable accommodation may be provided to perform the essential functions of their role, absent undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation may be needed to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of a position, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@simplisafe.com.
