Software Design Engineer in Test (contract)

Software Design Engineer in Test (Contract)Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced engineer to support software validation across prototype devices, builds, and release environments. In this role, you will focus on designing and implementing automated test suites, improving test coverage, analyzing failures, and supporting release readiness. Working closely with senior engineers, project managers, and engineering leads, you will own day-to-day test suite design, implementation, execution, and reporting, while contributing to broader automation framework design with guidance from experienced team members. A typical day may include reviewing automated test results from recent builds, investigating and documenting failures, updating or expanding automated test suites, and validating fixes on prototype devices or test environments. You will collaborate with senior engineers, project managers, and engineering leads to understand priority scenarios, assess release risks, and ensure test coverage aligns with current project needs, while also configuring test devices, supporting CI/CD test runs, preparing execution reports, and providing clear diagnostics and recommendations based on test outcomes.Job ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and maintain automated test suites for validating software across prototype devices, builds, and release environmentsBuild reusable automated tests covering functional, regression, smoke, performance, and release validation scenariosExecute automated test plans, scenarios, scripts, and proceduresAnalyze test results, investigate failures, reproduce issues, and provide clear diagnostic information to engineering teamsEnsure automated test coverage validates critical functionality, high-priority scenarios, and release-blocking risksDevelop and maintain test documentation, including test plans, procedures, scripts, execution reports, and coverage summariesPartner with senior engineers and the engineering team to contribute to scalable test automation frameworksAssist with framework implementation, integration, and maintenance under the direction of senior technical leadsIntegrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous validation and rapid feedbackContribute to automation best practices, framework design discussions, and test infrastructure improvementsIdentify, document, and escalate software defects, quality risks, and potential release blockersUse bug tracking systems to document defects, provide reproduction steps, and track issue statusMonitor bug resolution efforts, verify fixes, and support issue closureMaintain documentation of known defects, recurring failures, test gaps, and risk areasPartner with project leadership to report automation coverage, test results, defect trends, and quality risksProvide recommendations to improve test effectiveness, coverage, and product qualityWork with project managers and engineering leads to plan, coordinate, and execute automated validation for software releasesSupport test scheduling and automation strategy in alignment with project scope, release milestones, and delivery datesExecute release validation, regression testing, and post-release verification through automationProvide actionable feedback on software stability, readiness, and outstanding risksDeploy, configure, and maintain prototype devices or test environments for automated test executionConduct automated smoke tests to confirm device, build, and environment readinessDocument hardware configurations, test environments, automation setups, and related issuesRequirements5 to 7 years of relevant experience in software testing, test automation, or quality engineeringExperience with test documentation, including test plans, test scripts, test procedures, and test result reportsAssociate's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experienceSoftware engineering with 5 or more years of experienceSoftware automated testing with 1 or more years of experienceDemonstrated ability to independently drive technical work and deliver value, with 3 or more years of experienceExperience designing, implementing, and maintaining automated test suitesExperience testing software across builds, devices, environments, or release pipelinesFamiliarity with CI/CD test integration and automated validation workflowsAbility to analyze test results, diagnose failures, and provide actionable recommendationsExperience documenting defects in bug tracking systems and collaborating with software developers through resolutionStrong communication skills and ability to work closely with engineering, project management, and project leadership teamsAndroid experience is a plusAdditional DetailsLocation: Redmond, WA (Onsite)Duration: 13 monthsPay Range*: $36.50 - $41.50 per hourWeekly Schedule: 40 hoursJob Status: Non-ExemptApplication Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.This Role Is Eligible For The Following BenefitsMedical, dental & visionHospital plans401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Company paid short and long-term disabilityHealth & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)Employee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental LeaveBenefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to the application or interview process due to a disability, please email accommodation@allegisglobalsolutions.com. This inbox is monitored solely for accommodation requests. For questions about open roles or to apply, please submit your application through the job posting, as this inbox is not monitored by recruiters and applications sent here will not be reviewed.In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.