Software Engineer - Test Engineering (Hybrid/Onsite) - job 23 of 27

As a Software Engineer - Test Engineering, you will be tasked with implementing our testing strategy, creating detailed test plans and scripts, and executing a range of automated and manual tests. You will also work closely with Development and Support teams to identify and resolve design issues, ensuring the highest software quality for our Risk Systems applications.

To succeed as a Software Engineer - Test Engineering at our company, you should possess a solid background in software development, particularly in test automation. You should be skilled in creating test frameworks and have experience with both Linux and Windows environments. Familiarity with various testing methodologies and strong analytical skills are also essential.

In the Software Engineer - Test Engineering role, collaboration is key. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product development, operations, and fellow test engineers. This collaboration ensures that testing efforts are well-coordinated, ultimately leading to efficient and high-quality software releases.

A typical day as a Software Engineer - Test Engineering involves a mix of strategic planning and hands-on testing. You’ll start by reviewing test strategy and plans, then dive into executing both automated and manual tests. You'll spend time analyzing results, debugging software issues, and collaborating with your team to refine the testing process.

This position for Software Engineer - Test Engineering is a hybrid role, offering a blend of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration. The specific number of days required in the office will be confirmed with your hiring manager, allowing you the best balance of work environments.

When answering this question, focus on your specific experiences with automation tools and frameworks. Highlight any projects where you implemented automation to improve efficiency or software quality, and discuss the challenges you faced and how you overcame them.

Share your approach to prioritizing tasks based on factors such as criticality of features, deadlines, and recent bug reports. Demonstrating a systematic approach will show your understanding of project management in testing.

Be prepared to discuss various testing methodologies, such as Agile, Waterfall, and Test-Driven Development (TDD). Explain how you've implemented these methodologies in past projects.

Use the STAR method to share a specific situation involving a significant bug. Discuss how you identified, reported, and worked with your team to resolve the issue, emphasizing your problem-solving skills.

List the automation tools you've worked with, like Selenium or JUnit, explaining your experience with each, and how they helped you in your testing processes.

Discuss strategies you use to ensure quality, like comprehensive test cases, continuous feedback loops with developers, and regression testing strategies throughout the development lifecycle.

Describe any past projects involving performance testing, the tools you used (like JMeter or LoadRunner), the challenges you faced, and the outcomes achieved.

Share your commitment to continuous learning. Mention attending workshops, participating in online forums, subscribing to relevant blogs, and any certifications you may be pursuing.

Emphasize your collaborative approach to resolving conflicts. Discuss how you effectively communicate and facilitate discussions to reach a mutual understanding and maintain team harmony.

Talk about your passion for ensuring software quality and how you enjoy the challenges that come with identifying issues and improving systems. Explain how this specialization aligns with your career goals.