Python Engineer, TestOps Platform

About Carvana

“We believe CVNA is in the early stages of becoming the next U.S. retail category killer.” 

– Stephens Investment Bank, Analyst Report, Sept. 2024

Building leading-edge technology has been at the core of Carvana’s strategy since our founding, driving us to become the 3rd fastest company in history to organically reach the Fortune 500 following only Amazon and Google. Today, we remain founder-lead and as ambitious as ever. In 2024, we have not only emerged as the fastest growing automotive retailer, but also the most profitable thanks to our deep vertical integration across retail, lending, vehicle transportation, wholesale auctions, and more. 

If you want to grow not just as an Engineer but as a leader and business-builder, Carvana is the place for you. Our technology teams build: 

• End-to-end ecommerce for both selling and buying cars, including everything you see on Carvana.com and in our mobile apps.
• AI-driven customer support across chat, email, SMS, and voice, as well as a proprietary CRM platform to ensure the most efficient and highest quality customer experience.
• 360° vehicle photography and interactive merchandising using cutting edge computer vision and AI techniques.
• The most sophisticated and self-service automotive lending platform in the world.
• Systems and tools behind a nationwide logistics network that has delivered and picked up over 3 million cars via our fully owned and operated fleet of automotive haulers, efficiently managing distribution of our massive inventory to 85% of US driveways.
• Enterprise grade systems for operating the largest vehicle reconditioning facilities in the US, with workflow and automation to guide the work for everything mechanical, electrical, and cosmetic needed to bring each car to our high standards.
• Early adoption and customization of AI tools for optimizing our Developer efficiency and experience.

And much, much more…

THIS IS A 100% ON-SITE POSITION FROM OUR HQ IN TEMPE (Monday through Friday)

Job Description:

We're looking for a motivated and talented engineer to join our team at Carvana, focusing on the development of internal test tools. In this role, you will contribute to building and enhancing tools that empower our development teams to efficiently test their code, improve quality, and increase velocity. You'll work on designing and implementing features for our test tool suite, and learn how to incorporate automation and AI concepts into our testing workflows. This role offers the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to the evolution of our testing practices. You'll be part of a team that champions quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Software Development:
• Design, develop, and implement software solutions based on project requirements 
• Write clear, efficient, and well documented code
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects
• Implement and maintain automated testing
• Technical Proficiency:
• Apply established software engineering principles and best practices
• Assist in the creation of front-end interfaces using modern web technologies.
• Ensure effective communication between front-end and back-end components.
• Automation and AI Support:
• Assist in the integration of automation and AI concepts into testing workflows.
• Learn and apply automation techniques to improve testing efficiency.
• Participate in discussions and explorations of AI-driven testing solutions.
• Collaboration and Support:
• Collaborate with development teams to understand testing needs.
• Provide support and assistance to users of test tools.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Continuous Learning:
• Stay up-to-date with relevant technologies and best practices.
• Contribute to the improvement of testing processes and tools.

Job Requirements:

• Experience:
• 2+ years of experience in software development.
• Experience building & maintaining backend components in Python.
• Familiarity with web development concepts.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, JavaScript, etc.).
• Basic understanding of front-end and back-end development.
• Familiarity with API concepts.
• Familiarity with database concepts.
• Basic understanding of cloud concepts.
• Interest in learning about test automation and AI.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Attention to detail.
• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

What we’ll offer in return

• Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization.

Legal Stuff...

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.