Black Duck Software, Inc. helps organizations build secure, high-quality software, minimizing risks while maximizing speed and productivity. Black Duck, a recognized pioneer in application security, provides SAST, SCA, and DAST solutions that enable teams to quickly find and fix vulnerabilities and defects in proprietary code, open source components, and application behavior. With a combination of industry-leading tools, services, and expertise, only Black Duck helps organizations maximize security and quality in DevSecOps and throughout the software development life cycle.
About the role:
Are you passionate about software quality, security, and being a member of a high-impact team? Join Black Duck, a leader in application security, where we deliver intelligent, context-aware risk management solutions. We seek a Software Engineer - SDET 3 to contribute into the QA Automation strategy, mentor engineers, suggest and implement improvements to our overall QA process, and safeguard code quality for the Continuous Dynamic product line.
Key responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the QA Automation Engineering team & Lead to define testing strategies and ensure code quality for the Continuous Dynamic product line through comprehensive manual, automated, and exploratory testing of web applications.
- Provide mentorship to other junior QA Engineers while coordinating and assigning work for the Automation team.
- Responsibilities include creating and refining automated tests, validating product quality in pre‑prod and production, and managing our growing portfolio of automation workflows.
- Understand and leverage container technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker, in a continuous integration lifecycle.
- Partner cross‑functionally to perform acceptance, regression, usability, and exploratory testing to ensure product quality and enhance the user experience.
Mandatory skills and experience:
- 8+ years’ experience in a technical, hands-on QA role, focusing on web applications, in an Agile/Scrum setting.
Demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
- Programming/coding concepts, advanced Linux command line scripting, and at least one scripting language (Python).
- Automated and manual testing of web applications.
- Troubleshooting/working with containerized services (Kubernetes, Docker).
- At least one of the Web automation frameworks (preferably Selenium Webdriver and Robot Framework).
- Exhibit advanced expertise in acceptance, regression, exploratory, and usability testing, providing strategic guidance on test approaches and driving quality across complex product areas.
- Leverage deep knowledge of defect‑tracking systems such as JIRA, Bugzilla, or equivalent platforms to lead efficient triage processes, optimize workflows, and ensure high‑quality issue management across teams.
- Excellent troubleshooting, defect reporting, planning, and communication skills are required.
- Strong experience in API testing and automation using Postman.
- Experience with version control software (preferably GIT).
- Must be a team player and possess a desire for building consensus.
- BA/BS Degree in an Engineering, or related field; or equivalent practical experience.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
- Experience creating test cases based on design documentation (knowledge of TestLink is a plus).
- Experience with continuous integration.
- Exposure to security testing or application security tools is a plus.
Black Duck is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or military service status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Black Duck complies with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination in every jurisdiction where it operates and provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.
Skills Required
- 8+ years of experience in a technical, hands-on QA role focused on web applications in an Agile/Scrum setting
- Programming and coding concepts
- Advanced Linux command-line scripting
- Python or another scripting language
- Automated and manual web application testing
- Troubleshooting containerized services using Kubernetes and Docker
- Experience with web automation frameworks, preferably Selenium WebDriver and Robot Framework
- Advanced expertise in acceptance, regression, exploratory, and usability testing
- Defect tracking and triage using JIRA, Bugzilla, or equivalent
- Strong troubleshooting, defect reporting, planning, and communication skills
- API testing and automation using Postman
- Version control experience, preferably Git
- Teamwork and consensus-building ability
- BA/BS degree in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience with Kubernetes and Docker
- Creating test cases from design documentation
- Knowledge of TestLink
- Continuous integration experience
- Exposure to security testing or application security tools
Black Duck Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage provide multiple plan choices with transparent costs, with carrier updates noted for 2026. Vision via VSP and dental plan options offer defined tiers and network access.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company matching alongside an employee stock purchase plan with a discount and lookback. These features support longer‑term savings and wealth building.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Exempt employees use a manager‑approved, no‑cap time‑off model, while non‑exempt employees accrue flexible time off alongside sick time. Paid leaves include parental and family care leave, with additional protections under applicable leave laws.
Black Duck Insights
What We Do
Organizations worldwide use Black Duck Software’s industry-leading products to secure and manage open source software, eliminating the pain related to security vulnerabilities, compliance and operational risk. Black Duck is headquartered in Burlington, MA, and has offices in San Jose, London, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Vancouver, Seoul & Beijing
Why Work With Us
We pride ourselves on cultivating an environment of collaboration, creativity, and fun! We know where you work can influence how you work, which is why our collaborative office space focuses on community and continuous learning. Our work-hard, play-hard attitude even got us named a Top Place to Work in Massachusetts by The Boston Globe!
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