Staff Engineer, Software Test

Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri) Environmental ConditionsOffice Job Description Become a Staff Engineer, Software Test at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., impacting a worldwide audience. You'll uphold quality and efficiency standards to support our mission of global health and safety. Location:West Hills, CA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. Key Responsibilities: • Establish and apply test strategies, frameworks, and methodologies to boost software quality and efficiency. • Build, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and reusable automation frameworks for web and API testing. • Embrace and champion development methodologies that prioritize software quality through rigorous testing practices. • Collaborate with development, DevOps, and QA teams to integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines. • Conduct API, UI, mobile, and database testing to ensure end-to-end quality. • Establish test metrics and benchmarks to measure software quality and process efficiency. • Guide and mentor test engineers on automation guidelines and advanced testing techniques. • Assess and deploy new testing technologies and tools to improve efficiency. • Ensure scalability, performance, and security testing strategies align with business needs. • Review and provide recommendations for improving test case coverage and defect prevention. • Contribute to shift-left testing strategies and continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications: • Education: Bachelor’s or equivalent experience in computer science, Engineering, or a related field. • Minimum Experience: 5+ years in software testing with at least 3+ years in a QA architect role. • Strong experience in test automation frameworks (Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, Appium, etc.). • Expertise in scripting/programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, or C#. • Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, etc.). • Deep understanding of API testing tools (Postman, REST Assured, SoapUI). • Knowledge of performance testing tools (JMeter, Gatling, LoadRunner). • Experience with mobile testing using Appium, Espresso, or XCUITest. • Experience with cloud-based and containerized environments (AWS, Docker, Kubernetes). • Proficiency in database testing using SQL queries. • Strong understanding of Agile, DevOps, and shift-left testing methodologies. • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with AI/ML-based testing methods. • Familiarity with security testing tools and standard methodologies. If you are an ambitious individual with a proven track record, we invite you to join our world-class team and help us achieve flawless software quality. Apply today and make a difference! Compensation and BenefitsThe salary range estimated for this position based in California is $103,100.00–$154,700.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan • Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards