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We are looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test I (Senior SDeT I) to support our Mobile Platform squad.
The successful candidate will support the squad in programming, executing and monitoring:
- test automation
- testing standards
- quality standards
In return you will be supported by a friendly and inclusive team who care deeply about developing each other's capabilities.
How you will contribute
- You will be responsible for managing and maintaining all test automation activities
- You will lead working with your stakeholders to ensure mobile test automation is executed as per the strategy
- You will lead monitoring test coverage of all test automation activities
- You will collaborate with stakeholders to help define functional and non-functional test requirements
- You will lead defining ways to improve testing to continue to enable a shift left approach
- You will take the lead in all things test automation and quality related
The ideal skills for this role include
- You are an expert in test automation for different types of tests
- You are an expert in helping maintain native mobile test automation frameworks for different types of testing
- You are an expert in effectively integrating testing into CI/CD
- You have solid understanding of the pros and cons of what tests to run where in CI/CD
- You have solid programming experience in native mobile test automation frameworks; Compose UI Test and XCUITest
- You have a solid understanding of the test pyramid
- You have solid understanding of when to use mocks and what the use of them aims to achieve
- You have solid experience in using tools to report test results
- You have practical experience in using AI to facilitate testing
- You have practical experience using cloud computing services
- You are a great communicator
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Working Arrangements
The majority of our roles operate on a hybrid working pattern, with 3+ days office attendance required.
AI usage for your application
We are an innovative organisation that encourages the use of technology. We recognise that candidates may utilise AI tools to support with their job application process. However, it is essential that all information you provide truthfully and accurately reflects your own experience, skills, and qualifications.
What we offer
Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. It includes a highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan, private health insurance, and 24/7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program.
We also offer a range of lifestyle benefits, including our Work From Anywhere program, which allows you to work from any location where you have the legal right to do so for up to 25 days per year. In addition, we provide generous annual and parental leave, as well as dedicated days off for volunteering and even for moving home.
You will also be given free access to all The Economist content, including an online subscription, our range of apps, podcasts and more.
