Software Test Engineer

Software Test Engineer (Plano, TX) OR (Wilsonville, OR) - On-Site) 
Why APCON?
APCON is an industry leader in network visibility and security solutions. We provide an unparalleled level of confidence to enterprise and mid-size organizations seeking ultimate network insights. Our customers include Fortune 100 companies to mid-size organizations within the financial services, telecommunications, and healthcare sectors.
Purpose of Job:
The Software Test Engineer will be responsible for the testing and validation of APCON’s industry leading suite of network monitoring solutions. The role involves writing and executing test cases, developing automation scripts, and improving testing processes for applications in high-performance IP networking, and switching technology environments.
Responsibilities:

• Develop test suites to validate the correct behavior of applications and application features
• Create and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks/libraries in Python
• Manually execute non-automated test cases when necessary
• Advocate, develop, and deploy new testing/automation tools and concepts
• Assist software development team on bug fixes, bug isolation, issues and resolution

Qualifications and Requirements:
 

• 5+ years in a software/hardware test engineering with a focus on both manual and automation testing role
• Experience in software development (languages such as Shell, JavaScript, Python etc., are a plus)
• Strong experience in testing applications, including functional, regression, performance, and integration testing
• Experience with test case management tools like TestRail and bug-tracking tools like Mantis
• Able to write scripts (Python, shell and REST APIs) that help with debugging and validation of application features
• Testing experience with IP networking, and switching technologies (highly preferred)
• Hands-on engineering lab experience testing hardware or software (highly preferred)

Core Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate professionally across the organization
• Excellent organizational, planning, presentation, troubleshooting, and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong attention to detail and exceptional customer support
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to work independently and as a team member
• Ability to prioritize and be flexible in a fast-paced environment

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, EE or equivalent

Travel: None
Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid short and long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Healthy work-life balance and generous paid time off program
• Retirement savings match
• Professional development program
• Volunteer time off and employee assistance plan
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• On-site exercise facility

APCON is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Offers are contingent on the successful completion of pre-employment background screenings.