Boston Dynamics · 3 hours ago
Software Test Engineer- Automation
Boston Dynamics is a company specializing in robotics and web applications, and they are seeking a Software Quality Assurance Automation Engineer. The role focuses on ensuring the quality and reliability of web platforms through automated testing and collaboration with development teams.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)RoboticsSoftware
Responsibilities
Designing, developing, and maintaining automated test scripts for web applications, with a primary focus on using Playwright
Developing comprehensive test plans to ensure thorough verification and validation of web application functionalities across various browsers and devices
Collaborating closely with front-end and back-end development teams to understand new features and identify testable components
Performing in-depth troubleshooting of web application defects, analyzing logs, and leveraging developer tools for root cause analysis
Finding, isolating, documenting, and validating software defects using internal testing tools and sound testing methodology
Contributing to the continuous improvement of our CI/CD pipelines by integrating automated tests
Qualification
Required
At least 2+ years of experience in automated and manual software testing for web applications
Prior experience in writing formal test plans for web applications that control embedded systems
A minimum of 2 years of programming experience in JavaScript/TypeScript for test automation
Proven expertise in building and maintaining automated test suites using Playwright
Experience with source code control, build, and CI/CD toolchains, specifically Git/GitHub, and familiarity with tools like Jenkins, CircleCI, GitLab CI/CD, or similar
Familiarity with web development concepts, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and RESTful APIs
Experience with Jira and TestRail, or similar project and test management applications
You have experience in an Agile/Scrum environment, including planning time-bound testing within Sprints
You have a keen attention to detail and accuracy
You have high level of initiative and ability to work independently as well as within a team setting
You enjoy hands-on testing, with a ‘tinkerer/builder' mindset
Preferred
Experience with Selenium is also beneficial
Desirable: Knowledge of React.js or other modern JavaScript frameworks, and an understanding of how these frameworks impact testing strategies
Company
Boston Dynamics
Boston Dynamics is an engineering company that specializes in building dynamic robots and software for human simulation.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$37MKey Investors
SoftBank
2020-12-09Acquired
2019-02-06Series Unknown· $37M
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