Senior Software Test Engineer, Groove Productivity

As a Senior Software Test Engineer at Groove Productivity, your primary responsibilities include building functional and regression test cases for the RevDB platform, creating automation frameworks to bolster our Data Platform's reliability, and streamlining the automation processes within the CI/CD pipeline. You'll work hand-in-hand with product managers and developers to craft effective test plans, ensuring that we prioritize a customer-first mindset in all our testing activities.

To qualify for the Senior Software Test Engineer position at Groove Productivity, candidates should possess at least 5 years of experience in platform and backend software automation testing. A strong background in creating test automation frameworks from scratch, experience with testing APIs and big data using complex queries, and familiarity with testing tools such as TestNG and JUnit are essential. Additionally, knowledge of CI/CD concepts and microservices architecture is highly beneficial.

The Engineering Team at Groove Productivity fosters a culture of adaptability, collaboration, and innovation. We are deeply committed to the agile principles that guide our work, and we prioritize a supportive environment where continuous learning and improvement are encouraged. By joining us, you'll become part of a vibrant team that values unique perspectives and champions inclusivity.

At Groove Productivity, we believe in investing in our employees’ growth. As a Senior Software Test Engineer, you'll have access to various professional development stipends and opportunities to advance your skills in software testing and automation. You'll also have the chance to collaborate on innovative projects that can significantly enhance your career trajectory within the tech industry.

As a Senior Software Test Engineer at Groove Productivity, you can expect a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as mental health support. You'll enjoy pre-IPO stock options, generous parental leave, retirement plans, and a focus on employee well-being, including well-being stipends and discretionary paid time off. We are dedicated to creating a rewarding and supportive workplace.

When answering, focus on specific frameworks you've created or worked with, outlining your process and any challenges faced. Highlight how these frameworks helped improve testing efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring scalability and reliability in projects.

Discuss the importance of clear communication and involvement in the early stages of development. Provide examples of how collaboration has led to successful testing outcomes, emphasizing your proactive approach to building relationships with cross-functional teams.

Explain your method for understanding feature requirements, gathering inputs from stakeholders, and your systematic approach to crafting both functional and regression test cases to validate those features. Highlight adaptability based on evolving requirements.

Share specific CI/CD tools you're experienced with, such as Jenkins, and how you've utilized these tools to enhance automation and testing processes. Provide examples of your involvement in pipeline setup and maintenance within your previous roles.

Provide details about the types of APIs you've tested, your methods for ensuring they meet performance and reliability standards, and any tools you prefer using for API testing. Share specific challenges you overcame during API testing processes.

Focus on the complexities involved in handling big data, such as data pipelines and queries. Describe your approach to validating data quality and executing efficient test strategies that scale with large datasets.

Discuss your commitment to lifelong learning through industry conferences, webinars, and online courses. Mention any relevant communities you're part of and how you incorporate new methodologies into your work at Groove Productivity.

Share a specific example where you faced testing challenges, detailing the steps you took to resolve the issue, what you learned in the process, and how that experience has shaped your testing philosophy.

Discuss your approach to assessing project requirements, risk factors, and deadlines. Provide examples of tools or techniques you use for managing priorities effectively, ensuring thorough testing within tight schedules.

Emphasize the significance of documentation for consistency, knowledge sharing, and compliance. Share how you make sure documentation is created and maintained to benefit current and future team members.