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Position Overview
We are looking for a Principal Software Developer with deep expertise in test automation and quality engineering to help shape the future of test infrastructure for a hybrid application environment. This individual contributor will build and scale automation frameworks for C++ and Java applications, as well as web and mobile platforms, working closely with development, QA, and DevOps teams to ensure release confidence, speed, and product quality.
Responsibilities
• Test Automation Development:
Design, build, and maintain scalable, reusable, and reliable test automation frameworks for C++, Java, browser, and mobile platforms
Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines and continuously improve test execution speed and coverage
• Quality Assurance:
Define and implement test strategies that support early defect detection and release confidence
Collaborate with QA and engineering teams to improve test coverage and quality metrics
• Reliability Engineering:
Detect, diagnose, and resolve flaky tests; improve trust in automated test results
Build dashboards or metrics pipelines to track automation reliability over time
• Tooling & Innovation:
Research and incorporate modern tools and practices, including AI/ML-assisted testing and self-healing automation frameworks
Propose and experiment with solutions that increase automation efficiency and maintainability
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
Partner with developers, product managers, and DevOps to understand workflows and ensure test coverage for critical paths
Share knowledge on best practices in test design, automation architecture, and shift-left testing strategies
Minimum Qualifications
8+ years of hands-on software engineering experience focused on test automation and quality
Proven experience with C++ and Java-based application testing (including unit, integration, system, and UI tests)
Solid experience with automation tools such as Selenium, Appium, or custom-built frameworks
Familiar with integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar tools
Exposure to test reporting and debugging in continuous deployment workflows
Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills for test infrastructure and flaky tests
Demonstrated ability to innovate and optimize test frameworks for speed, reliability, and maintainability
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in hybrid application environments (native desktop, browser, mobile)
Knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) for running tests at scale
Exposure to AI/ML in test automation, self-healing tests, or predictive quality metrics
Familiarity with developer platforms like Backstage for improving internal development workflows
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