Software Test Engineer I

At Cox Automotive, we're at the forefront of automotive technology innovation. We're not just building software; we're shaping the future of mobility. Join a team where your passion for quality and your drive to make a difference truly counts.
The Software Test Engineer is responsible for developing automated testing strategies and implementing them in industry standard testing frameworks. The Software Test Engineer provides testing automated testing expertise and oversight and also plays a role in providing advice and guidance and monitoring emerging technologies.
What You'll Do:
Collaborate

• Work alongside developers, analysts, and product owners to comprehend the functional and technical requirements.
• Participate in discussions to define and refine testing needs and strategies.
• Assist in estimating testing tasks for various projects and regular operations.
• Team up with fellow testers, sharing insights, and learning from collective experiences.
• Engage in constructive defect identification and resolution discussions.

Execute

• Support the software testing initiatives, ranging from unit to system tests, ensuring detailed coverage.
• Develop and maintain test plans and test cases to confirm software functionality, reliability, performance, and security.
• Design and utilize automated test scripts, employing standard testing tools and best practices.
• Partner with the development and product teams to facilitate swift defect detection and resolution.
• Document and track defects diligently, promoting transparency and actionable feedback.
• Contribute to peer reviews of test cases and automation scripts, upholding quality and consistency.
• Actively solicit feedback on testing processes and methodologies, advocating for iterative improvements.
• Stay informed about emerging testing tools and techniques, fostering a culture of continuous professional growth.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline. The right candidate could also have a different
  combination, such as 4 years' experience in a related field
• Experience or familiarity with testing tools such as Selenium, JUnit, or similar platforms.
• Initial understanding of cloud platforms, notably Amazon Web Services (AWS). Experience with Docker is a bonus.
• Sound knowledge of software testing methodologies and best practices.
• Analytical aptitude, with the ability to understand and test complex software functionalities.
• Comfortable working in an agile development environment, fostering collaboration and openness.
• Effective communication skills, proficient in presenting testing results, and feedback to various stakeholders.

USD 64,200.00 - 96,400.00 per year
Compensation:
Compensation includes a base salary of $64,200.00 - $96,400.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.
Benefits:
The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave.
About Cox Automotive
At Cox Automotive, people of every background are driven by their passion for mobility, innovation and community. We transform the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses cars, accelerating the industry with global powerhouse brands like Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim and more. What's more, we do it all with an emphasis on employee growth and happiness. Drive your future forward and join Cox Automotive today!
About Cox
Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today!
Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page .
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