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Job Description Summary:
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced SDET III to join our QA engineering team. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in automation, deep domain knowledge in storage systems, and hands-on experience with virtualization technologies. This role also requires familiarity with modern AI-driven testing approaches to improve test efficiency, coverage, and quality.Job Overview:
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust automation frameworks using Java-script or Python
Build and execute automated test suites for complex distributed systems
Validate functionality, performance, and reliability of storage and virtualization platforms
Collaborate with development, DevOps, and product teams to ensure high-quality releases
Identify gaps in test coverage and implement solutions to improve quality metrics
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and integrate automated tests into build workflows
Debug complex issues across system layers (application, storage, infrastructure)
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Required Skills & Experience
Minimum 5+ years of experience in QA Automation / SDET role
Strong hands-on experience with Virtualization Technologies (e.g., VMs, hypervisors, containerization)
Solid understanding of Storage Domain concepts:
SAN, NAS, RAID, file systems
Data replication, backup & recovery
Experience or exposure to IBM Power Systems is highly preferred
(e.g., familiarity with IBM Power Systems architecture and ecosystem)
Proficiency in Javascript or Python for test automation
Experience working with modern automation frameworks (e.g., TestNG, PyTest, Selenium, REST API testing tools)
Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills
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AI & Modern QA Expectations
Practical understanding of AI/ML-assisted testing tools and workflows
Experience using AI for:
Test case generation and optimization
Intelligent test data creation
Flaky test detection and self-healing automation
Familiarity with tools/platforms like:
GitHub Copilot or similar AI coding assistants
AI-powered test platforms (e.g., test optimization tools, anomaly detection systems)
Ability to integrate AI-driven insights into existing QA processes to improve efficiency and coverage
Awareness of prompt engineering basics for test design and debugging
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Good to Have
Experience with performance and load testing
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Exposure to container orchestration tools like Kubernetes
Understanding of CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.)
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Soft Skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently and take ownership
Mentoring junior QA engineers and driving best practices
Proactive approach to quality and continuous improvemen
Job Family Group: Engineering
Job Family: Software & Quality Assurance Engineering
Job Profile Name: Software Engineer III
Employee Type: Individual Contributor
Job Level: P3 (Career)
Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
As part of our commitment to a safe and trustworthy workplace, we include background and reference checks in our hiring process.
Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 781-577-4321 or send an email to [email protected]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience in QA Automation/SDET role
- Strong hands-on experience with Virtualization Technologies
- Proficiency in Javascript or Python for test automation
- Experience with modern automation frameworks
Rocket Software Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Rocket Software and has not been reviewed or approved by Rocket Software.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, including major plan options and HSA-compatible choices with employer contributions. Health insurance quality is framed as a meaningful component of overall total compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is characterized as generous and usable, and remote-friendly flexibility further supports work–life balance. Paid time off is repeatedly treated as a standout element of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include access to a 401(k) with an employer match and Roth 401(k) availability. Retirement offerings are described as typical for the industry and contribute positively to total rewards.
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What We Do
Rocket Software empowers organizations to create legendary impact in the world through innovation in legacy technologies. With deep expertise in IBM Z, IBM Power, and database and connectivity solutions, Rocket solutions power tens of thousands of global businesses, solving real problems and making real-world impact. With more than 70% of the world’s IT workload running on legacy platforms, Rocket helps companies and public-sector organizations innovate using the technology and data they already have, so they can always be ready for what comes next. Rocket customers include 44 of the Fortune 50, representing industries including Banking and Finance, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Transportation and Logistics, Retail and Insurance. A Bain Capital portfolio company, Rocket is headquartered in the Boston area with centers of excellence strategically located throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
