SWD Eng In Test 5

The Software Development Engineer in Test 5 is a professional, master role that leads the development and maintenance of test software source code to support complex multi-faceted solutions. As a technical lead, this role partners with other senior technical leadership to establish strategy, system architecture, standards and best practices for test automation. This position is responsible for architecting automated testing system and subsystems. This position will be expected to solve complex technical issues and complete programming and quality assurance tasks.This individual works with divine guidance to provide or support technology that furthers the mission of the Church and reflects the eternal impact of the gospel.We value early, mid and late-career candidates and encourage all applicants with the posted skills and abilities to apply.In a sophisticated multi-faceted environment, this role will lead one or more teams in the development of automated software testsStrategically partner with the technical lead in the establishment of system architecture, standards, and best practices for test automationLeading the peer reviews of test automation design and codingProvide technical leadership in the areas of global organization test automation processes, industry best practices, and new test automation technologies being adopted for the organizationProvide formal training, mentoring, or pair programming with other less experienced engineers in test.Design automated testing strategiesDevelop automated test code for software development projectsCollaborate with architects to ensure quality is considered in our architecture solutionsLead the design, testing, and measures required to protect solutions from security compromise or system failureComply with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements and ensure all others are doing the sameCreate or improve a centralized automated testing harness and testing framework to execute tests and provide automated quality reportsCreate test data with valid and invalid records to thoroughly test program logic and verify system flowCoordinate with users to plan user acceptance testing, alpha and beta testingProvide estimates for QA tasksDevelop technical documentationParticipate in our Defect Management process to identify and resolve issuesEffectively communicate risk and recommendationsBachelor's degree in related field or equivalent professional work experienceEight years of progressive relevant professional experience or significant internshipPrior experience in a software engineer in test leadership role, leading a team (2+) through the first and subsequent releases of several (3+) successful products, and at least one of which must be a large-scale enterprise applicationProven ability to architect automated testing system and subsystemsProven success in defining logic and algorithms to create automated test solutions and implementing them within the overall architectureMust have expert level skills in engineering/programming, analytical/diagnostic/troubleshooting, web technology, and programming methodologyExcellent communication skills including the ability to create, communicate, and direct work toward accomplishing an overall technical visionExceptional troubleshooter with the ability to solve problems in a timely manner under pressureVerifiable knowledge of the applicable technical systems and functionsProven success testing cloud-based applications in Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery in a service-oriented architectureStrong skills in engineering/programming, analytical/diagnostic/troubleshooting, web technology, and programming methodologyThis job operates in a professional office environmentTo successfully perform the essential functions of the job there may be physical requirements which need to be met such as sitting for long periods of time and using computer monitors/equipmentPreferred:Experience developing / testing complex, large-scale systems. Strong experience in the tools, methodologies, and technologies the role supports is preferredThree years of specialized experience in the technologies and methodologies of the product platform processesExperience in testing systems for scalability, fault tolerance, load, and other operational areas for a data center-based service is beneficial