Associate Software Developer Engineer In Test

As an Associate Software Development Engineer in Test at Acquia, you will work collaboratively within an Agile Sprint Team to ensure the quality of our SaaS applications. This involves developing and executing test strategies, conducting test gap analyses, and driving test automation requirements to provide high-quality software solutions.

To thrive as an Associate Software Development Engineer in Test at Acquia, you should have 1-3 years of experience in scripting or coding with languages like Java, Groovy, JavaScript, or TypeScript. Knowledge of test automation frameworks and Agile methodologies is essential, along with strong communication and time management skills.

At Acquia, we prioritize continuous learning and employee development. As an Associate Software Development Engineer in Test, you will have access to numerous resources for professional growth. Moreover, you will work collaboratively with a supportive team that encourages feedback and innovation in testing processes.

In your role as an Associate Software Development Engineer in Test at Acquia, you will work with various technologies, including Java, Groovy, JavaScript, React, and popular test automation frameworks like Selenium and Playwright. Familiarity with tools such as AWS, CI/CD (e.g., Jenkins), and containers will further support your development efforts.

At Acquia, you can expect a fast-paced and collaborative work environment that values innovation and quality. Working remotely from Pune or Delhi/NCR, you'll be part of an Agile team that encourages share ideas and actively seeks improvements in testing and software quality.

Absolutely! When responding, highlight specific frameworks you have experience with, such as Selenium or Playwright. Discuss how you have implemented these frameworks in past projects, any challenges you faced, and how you overcame them to ensure high-quality automated test processes.

In your answer, emphasize the importance of identifying areas where testing may be lacking. Describe your approach to evaluating existing tests, determining risks, and creating new tests that reflect product requirements, ultimately contributing to a robust testing strategy at Acquia.

Share a specific example where you identified inefficiencies in a testing process—like automating a manual test—and detail the steps you took to implement improvements. Highlight the positive outcomes and how these changes benefitted the overall quality of the product.

Discuss your ability to prioritize tasks effectively within the context of a Sprint. Explain how you align your priorities with Sprint goals while remaining flexible to accommodate changing demands, ensuring efficient progress in both testing and development tasks.

Illustrate the importance of teamwork by detailing your collaboration with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders. Mention practices such as code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions that foster an environment of collective ownership over quality.

Explain how you have worked in Agile environments, discussing any specific methodologies you are familiar with (like Scrum or Kanban). Highlight how Agile practices facilitate rapid iterations and continuous improvement in software development and testing.

Discuss any experience you have with Cloud platforms like AWS. Mention your familiarity with deploying applications, leveraging cloud services for testing, and any roles you’ve played in managing infrastructure in a Cloud environment.

Share your strategies for maintaining clear and open communication with your team members. Discuss tools you've used (like Jira or Slack) and emphasize the importance of regular check-ins, updates, and collaborative discussions for quality assurance.

Discuss key metrics such as test coverage, defect density, and test execution rates. Explain how you use these metrics to evaluate testing effectiveness, prioritize testing activities, and drive continuous improvement within the testing processes.

In your response, highlight the idea of exploratory testing as a way to discover defects that scripted tests may overlook. Discuss how you perform exploratory testing sessions, document your findings, and how this informs your overall testing strategy.