Software Test Engineer II

Company:

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group:

Engineering / Product Development

Job Profile:

Software Test Engineer II

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

Travel %:

No

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Job Description:

Cox Automotive is actively seeking a Software Test Engineer II to fortify our Central Dispatch team. This role is tailored for a professional who possesses a deep understanding of software testing methodologies and is driven to ensure the delivery of top-tier, defect-free software products.

What You'll Do:

Collaborate

• Engage proactively with developers, analysts, product owners, and other stakeholders to derive actionable testing requirements from functional and technical specifications.
• Offer insights and feedback during the development process, ensuring testability of features and modules.
• Contribute to the estimation of testing workloads for projects, enhancements, and regular operations.
• Work alongside members of the software testing and quality assurance teams, fostering an environment of shared knowledge and collective growth.
• Drive troubleshooting and defect resolution discussions, leveraging expertise to find optimal solutions.

Execute

• Participate in software testing efforts, from unit tests to integration and system tests, ensuring comprehensive coverage and high-quality standards.
• Craft, manage, and optimize test plans and test cases to validate software functionality, reliability, performance, and security.
• Design, implement, and maintain automated test scripts using industry-standard tools and methodologies.
• Collaborate closely with software developers and product teams, ensuring a seamless feedback loop and early defect detection.
• Systematically report, document, and track defects, using tools and processes to ensure transparency and timely resolution.
• Engage in peer reviews of test cases and scripts, ensuring meticulousness and adherence to the highest testing standards.
• Continuously gather feedback on the testing processes, striving for efficiency and adaptability in the face of evolving requirements.
• Stay ahead of the curve by exploring and integrating innovative testing tools, technologies, and methodologies into the testing lifecycle.
• Champion a mindset of continuous improvement, both personally and as a team, fostering an environment that values learning and growth.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 2 years' experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and up to 2 years' experience; or 6 years' experience in a related field
• Demonstrated expertise as a Software Test Engineer with a strong emphasis on automated testing.
• Proficiency in testing tools such as Selenium, JUnit, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms, notably Amazon Web Services (AWS). Docker experience is an advantage.
• Comprehensive understanding of software testing methodologies, best practices, and the Quality Assurance lifecycle.
• Robust analytical skills, coupled with the ability to decipher complex software modules and functionalities.
• Experience in an agile development framework, collaborating seamlessly with a cross-functional team of developers, analysts, and product managers.
• Stellar communication skills, adept at conveying intricate test scenarios, defects, and results to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A proactive mindset is a plus and regarded favorably across the board.

Drug Testing:

To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

About Us:

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells - or simply uses - cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. 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. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.