Senior Software Test Engineer

Dish Network

Englewood, CO

Full Time

Senior

96k-120k

about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play a vital role in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain API automation scripts and frameworks using REST Assured, or Ready API, or similar tools
Implement micro-automation strategies by creating reusable, modular scripts and combining them into comprehensive workflows
Ensure alignment with Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles and integrate solutions into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab)
Collaborate with teams to identify areas for automation and prioritize accordingly to maximize impact
Monitor and maintain automation performance, addressing technical debt and optimizing test execution
Work closely with developers, testers, and product teams to understand requirements and translate them into robust test automation
Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and high-quality standards
Provide clear documentation and training on developed tools and frameworks to support team adoption
Ensure comprehensive test coverage for APIs, focusing on edge cases and performance scenarios
Conduct root cause analysis for defects and work proactively to improve automation robustness
Contribute to the overall quality assurance strategy by identifying gaps and proposing solutions

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
6+ years of experience in API test development using REST Assured or similar technologies
Experienced in Agile environments with strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, SDLC tools (JIRA, Confluence, Rally), and Git-based source control
Proficient in microservices architecture, API development, and documentation using Swagger/Swagger Hub and API Gateways like Apigee
Hands-on experience with serverless applications and cloud technologies including AWS Lambda, Redis, and SQS
Skilled in security protocols (OAuth, SAML), risk assessment techniques, and conducting code reviews
Strong knowledge of architectural patterns including Event Driven Architecture, message-based systems, and caching strategies
Experience with modern databases such as DynamoDB, MongoDB, and DocumentDB, and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes

Nice to Have

Experience with security protocols such as OAuth and SAML
Knowledge of architectural patterns including Event Driven Architecture and message-based systems
Experience with databases like DynamoDB, MongoDB, and DocumentDB
Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes

Qualifications

High-level qualifications including a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
6+ years of experience in API test development

Benefits & Perks

Versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA
A 401(k) Plan with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Career opportunities
Flexible time away plan
All benefits can be viewed at DISH Benefits

Working at Dish Network

Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

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