Senior Software Test Engineer
- Location
- Holyoke, MA
- Arrangement
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Salary
- $120,000-$160,000/yr
- Posted
- Closes
Join a team supporting and enhancing mission-critical ISO New England applications in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
The Software Test Engineer (SDET) designs and delivers automated test strategies for UI and API applications. You will partner with Business Analysts and Developers to build automated tests, integrate them into CI/CD pipelines, execute results-driven test runs, and mentor junior testers/consultants.
What we offer you
A stable, mission-driven workplace where your impact truly mattersA highly engaged work environment that values inclusion, collaboration, and employee safety and wellbeingCompetitive compensation with a base salary + performance bonusRobust benefits package, including:
Enhanced 401(k) and financial planning supportTuition reimbursement and professional developmentWellness programs, including an onsite gymFlexible work hoursEmployee Business Networks
Free coffee at our onsite café
Hybrid work environment (3 days/week onsite)Distance-based relocation assistance available
How you will make an Impact
Build and maintain scalable test automation frameworksCreate, run, and improve automated tests to raise release qualityReview acceptance criteria and test cases with Business AnalystsPartner with Developers to improve test coverage, scope, and processImplement best practices to optimize automated testing efficiency and effectivenessStay current on testing tools and emerging technologiesMentor junior testers/consultants through coaching and knowledge sharing
What you need to be successful
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience5+ years in software testing with hands-on test automation for web applications and APIsExperience with Playwright, Selenium, or Cypress; BDD tools such as Cucumber a plusProgramming skills in Java plus scripting in Python or JavaScript; working knowledge of SQLAbility to design and maintain automated tests from functional and non-functional requirementsStrong communication skills and experience working with BAs, Developers, and stakeholdersExperience integrating automated tests into CI/CD (e.g., Jenkins) and supporting continuous deliveryMentoring or technical leadership experience for junior QA/SDET team membersStrong troubleshooting skills (root cause analysis for test failures) and attention to detailExperience with QA/Dev tools such as Git, Jira, JUnit/TestNG, and PostmanPreferred
Docker and container orchestration (Kubernetes or ECS)Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)Agile delivery (Scrum or Kanban)Cloud experience (AWS preferred)ISTQB certificationSDET boot camp or similar certification
This employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position (ex: H-1B, F-1/CPT/OPT, O-1, E-3, TN, J, etc.).
The expected salary range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000 per year. This role is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision), flexible spending and health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions and a student debt benefit, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, critical illness and hospital indemnity benefits, paid time off, paid leave, a wellness program, an employee assistance program and other great company perks.#LI-HYBRID
Skills
Acceptance Testing, Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Atlassian JIRA, Best Practices, Business Analysis, Business Case, Channel Strategies, Cloud Computing, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Docker, Failure Analysis, Financial Planning, Functional Testing, Git, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), ISTQB Foundation, Internet Application, JUnit, Java, JavaScript, Jenkins, Kanban, Leadership, Mentoring, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Assurance, Reimbursement, Root Cause Analysis, Scalable System Development, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Selenium, Software Design for Test (SDET), Software Engineering, Software Testing, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Test Automation, Test Case, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Tools, Testing
About the Company
ISO New England Inc.
ISO New England helps protect the health of New England's economy and the well-being of its people by ensuring the constant availability of electricity, today and for future generations. ISO New England meets this obligation in three ways: by ensuring the day-to-day reliable operation of New England's bulk power generation and transmission system, by overseeing and ensuring the fair administration of the region's wholesale electricity markets, and by managing comprehensive, regional planning processes.
Company Size
1,000 to 1,499 employees
Industry
Energy and Utilities
Founded
1996
Website
https://www.iso-ne.com/
