Sr Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Plano, TX | Hybrid Option

Toyota Connected’s Mobility team is seeking a Sr. Software Development Engineer in Test with experience in Test Automation to be a part of a highly talented engineering team. As a Sr. Software Engineer in Test, you will participate in test plan design, test case development and execution, and test automation development of large-scale, distributed software applications, systems and services. You will be part of the team that build platforms which will enable our vehicles to communicate to the cloud. The features you test and deploy will power driving experiences across the world. We are looking for team members that are excited to be creative in solving problems, to work in modern technology areas, and in a highly-energized, innovative and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Create and execute story validation tests in an Agile environment
• Partner with developers to create, maintain and execute automated integration and functional tests
• Build and maintain an automated test infrastructure for a large-scale microservice oriented system comprising of many components
• Write, execute and maintain end-to-end system integration scenarios and user acceptance scenarios for the large-scale platform
• Translate user stories into test scenarios and cases and provide feedback to ensure testability of all stories
• Collaborate with other business groups and external teams for end-to-end integration
• Collaborate with DevOps to integrate the automated tests in the CI/CD pipelines
• Work with Product Owners and users to execute user tests

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of software engineering experience creating and executing tests
• Experience coding in Java
• Experience with test automation and building automation frameworks
• Experience testing back-end services and/or APIs
• Experience integrating with CI/CD and working in public cloud with AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Experience in estimation, prioritization, and planning/coordination of testing activities in an Agile software engineering environment
• Familiar with systems like JIRA for tracking purposes and ensuring traceability among test cases, code, and requirements
• You are not afraid to spend time performing manual tests yet have the urge to automate those as efficiently as possible
• Demonstrates advanced problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks/assignments
• Ability to work collaboratively in teams and develop meaningful relationships to achieve common goals
• Ability to apply systems thinking to understand interdependencies and design solutions that achieve results
• Solutions-oriented with an ability to keep an open mind while finding agreeable solutions
• Ability to learn and apply new technologies, programming practices, patterns, and methods
• Displays care, empathy, and understanding towards team members including valuing diversity and differences amongst individuals
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Added Bonus if you have:

• Experience working with Linux based systems
• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes
• We think the knowledge acquired earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science would be of great value in this position, but if you're smart and have the experience that backs up your abilities, for us, talent trumps degree every time

Excited about this opportunity, but don't meet 100% of the qualifications? We’d still love for you to apply! Toyota Connected is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. You may just be the right candidate for this or other Toyota Connected opportunities.

Location:

This position is based in Plano, Texas. Toyota Connected encourages all employees to live within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned work location for Hybrid work. Relocation assistance is available.

What’s in it for you?

In addition to an excellent compensation and benefits package, you’ll also receive:

• A Career Path that allows you to take your career to the next level.
• Annual $2,500 Training Budget to help you grow and develop your professional skills.
• Unlimited time off and flexibility for a great work-life balance. At TC you'll be treated like the professional we know you are and left to manage your own time and workload.
• Home office stipend of $1,000 to help furnish an ergonomic remote office.
• Four months of paid parental leave. We want new moms and dads to have an opportunity to bond with their new little bundles of joy.
• Adoption Assistance of $5,000 for regular adoptions or $6,000 for special needs. We know adoption costs can add up, and we want to help.
• 401(k) with generous company match that is fully vested day one.
• Toyota and Lexus vehicle discounts to allow you to drive in style.
• Generous vehicle allowance for new and leased Toyota and Lexus vehicles. Scratch that vehicle payment off your monthly bills!
• Annual Patent-a-thons and Hackathons to embrace your superior creative thinking ability.
• Annual Wellness Stipend of $1000 to help balance your overall mental and physical health.
• Free catered lunches when working onsite. We try to keep it healthy, but Fridays are “cheat” days, so you can get your carbs on!
• Two fully stocked Nespresso bars for your coffee and tea fixes.
• No dress code! Come as you are. We know the smart people we hire don’t need to be told what to wear.
• Free covered garage parking to shield your vehicle from those sneaky storms and to protect your buns from the Texas sun.

Who Are We?

Toyota Connected was established in 2016 to infuse the power of big data and cloud intelligence into all aspects of the mobility experience so that driving a Toyota or Lexus is more personal, intuitive, and safe. We create and enable technologies that delight, simplify, and connect the lives of those who use our products. We believe this mobility revolution will empower our customers to use their vehicles in an array of exciting new ways. We support, celebrate, and thrive on the opportunity to provide Mobility for All.
Making a connected life a more human experience takes humans from all walks of life. Toyota Connected celebrates and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces you.

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