Software Development Engineer in Test III (SDET III)

At The Standard, you’ll join a team focused on putting our customers first.
Our continued success is driven by a high-performance culture. We’re looking for people who are collaborative, accountable, creative, agile and are driven by a passion for doing what’s right – across the company and in our local communities.
We offer a caring culture where you can make a real difference, every day.
 
Ready to reach your highest potential? Let’s work together.

Job Summary

The Standard is seeking a Software Developer in Test III (SDET III) to focus on automation around testing. This position will develop automated testing integrated into our continuous integration, continuous deployment, and continuous test (CI/CD/CT) pipelines. Bring your best practices related to investigating, architecting, designing, and implementing application test and verification solutions. This includes testing and verification of existing features & functions to testing of new solutions, which meet The Standard’s business needs.

Key competencies of the role include:

Investigation

Investigation starts with understanding the business problem to be solved. SDET may lead or participate in requirements gathering that will feed an iterative-based methodology. Multiple application technologies, and project/product needs are commonly identified, and are integrated into existing or new solutions. SDET’s are expected to be proficient at investigative process, which enables designing and implementing these solutions.

Architect and Design

Design solutions using agile test-driven methodology and DevOps/ DataOps best practices. SDET can design and develop data products while also being responsible for the quality of the data through full lifecycle testing. They will work collaboratively with software architects and developers, to design, develop, and implement test automation frameworks, strategies, and solutions to ensure product quality and improve Cycle Time. SDETs are expected to utilize open-source, third-party and internally developed solutions to meet business needs. Data product or software development in multiple modem languages is required with good proficiency.

Implement

SDETs are expected to build and automate the data product testing process, including data/ application testing framework, and processes. Apply your proficiency in the current industry toolsets and knowledge of industry best practices.

Skills and Background You’ll Need

• EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• EXPERIENCE: Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience. 
• SKILLS: Python / pytest, SQL, Databricks, experience in Cloud engineering (Azure highly preferred), CI/ CD/ CT pipeline (Azure DevOps preferred), ETL
• METHODS: Object-Oriented Design Patterns, White / Graybox Testing Methodologies, Types of tests (from Smoke Tests to Full Regression Tests), and Test Data Management / Data Masking / Synthetic Data
• SDETs must possess critical thinking and leverage that in a collaborative team-based environment. The ability to play varying roles comfortably is required. Strong communication skills are required, as well as the ability to be self-directed.

Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

• Adaptability – Demonstrates flexibility by willingly accepting new situations such as teams, projects or work processes. 
• Customer Focus – Responds to standard requests from internal/external customers; performs necessary duties consistently and reliably to meet customer expectations. 
• Improvement Mindset - Demonstrates curiosity by asking questions regarding current approaches/methods and identifying potential changes. 

Why Join The Standard?

We have built an enduring legacy of stability, innovation and financial strength thanks to the contributions of the talented, creative and compassionate people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard, you can expect:

• A rich benefits package including a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• An annual incentive bonus plan
• Generous paid time off
• A supportive and responsive management approach
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement 
• Paid time off to volunteer
• An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools
• Much more!

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Please note - the salary range for this role is listed below. In addition to salary, our package includes incentive plan participation and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits, as well as an initial PTO accrual of 164 hours per year. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays and 2 wellness days per year.

• Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on various factors, including individual and organizational performance.

Salary Range:

$90,250.00 - $153,500.00

Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Equities, Inc. and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. The Standard offers a drug and alcohol free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on Standard property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation, employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.