Sr SDET

SR. SDET3/Architect
**No 3rd parties**

GavinHeath is partnering with a client in Englewood, CO looking to add a Sr. SDET to their team. The role is a FTE, Direct Hire position. This role is hybrid, working out of their Englewood, CO office 2-3 days a week.

We are looking for an SDET3/Test Architect with a solid background in quality assurance and software testing. This hybrid role combines technical proficiency with testing expertise to ensure delivery of reliable, high-quality systems. The ideal candidate should have programming skills to design automated testing solutions and troubleshoot system issues effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Development, QA, and cross-functional teams to develop and execute robust comprehensive testing strategies/plans that align with system requirements and project goals, and to ensure the quality and reliability of software products and the testing lifecycle.
• Define test objectives, scope, resources, and schedules for efficient execution to ensure the test plan addresses all system components and interfaces.
• Continuously assess risks and adjust strategies to ensure thorough coverage and minimize project delays.
• Design, develop, and maintain robust test automation frameworks for efficient testing cycles.
• Collaborate with Architectural team to assess testing scope/needs and present technical design input to create more testable software.
• Automate repetitive and time-consuming test cases using scripting languages (e.g., C#, Javascript) and tools (e.g., Selenium, TestNG, JUnit).
• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous testing.
• Analyze automation results, debug failures, and optimize test scripts for better coverage and performance.
• Stay informed on emerging testing tools, technologies, and industry trends to incorporate
• innovative solutions.
• Conduct detailed manual testing for scenarios requiring human judgment or exploratory testing.
• Perform functional, usability, and regression testing (including manual tests) to identify defects,
• verify defects to validate system behavior and ensure no unintended side effects.
• Document test cases, execute test scenarios, and log results for manual testing activities.
• Validate edge cases, negative scenarios, and complex workflows not easily automated.
• Assess and validate integrated systems to ensure seamless interaction between hardware, software, and external interfaces.
• Conduct end-to-end testing of system functionalities, including hardware-software communication and data flows.
• Perform performance, stress, and scalability testing to ensure the system meets operational requirements.
• Simulate real-world conditions to identify issues and validate the robustness of the system.
• Identify, document, and track defects using tools like Azure DevOps.
• Collaborate with development teams to investigate root causes and resolve issues effectively.
• Maintain a defect management database with clear prioritization and status updates.
• Work closely with system architects, developers, and stakeholders to align testing efforts with system design and business objectives.
• Lead test case reviews, status meetings, and design walkthroughs to ensure clarity and shares understanding.
• Prepare detailed test reports summarizing results, defect analysis, and recommendations for improvements.
• Communicate progress, risks, and challenges to management and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science preferred.
• 5 years of experience in software testing or quality assurance, including automated and manual testing.
• Must be proficient in scripting with C# and .Net
• ISTQB certification a plus
• Proven experience as a Test Architect and Automation resource or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Experience with test automation frameworks and tools.
• Excellent critical thinking skills and diligence.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing comprehensive testing strategies.
• Proven experience as a Test Architect or in a similar role.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycles and Agile methodologies.
• Strong teamwork skills to collaborate with development, QA, and product teams effectively.
• Strong and effective communication skills for clear reporting
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of defect tracking tools and processes for accurate documentation and resolution.
• Ability to mentor and train team members in manual and automated testing methodologies
• Skills in evaluating and improving testing processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Update-to-date knowledge of the latest testing tools, technologies, and industry trends.
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Strong knowledge and year of experience with testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, or equivalent).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with API testing tools like Postman or SoapUI.
• Strong analytical skills to identify and troubleshoot complex issues and attention to detail.

GavinHeath is an equal opportunity employer. GavinHeath will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, creed, ancestry, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.