Senior Test Automation Engineer
Maven Machines
Software Engineering, Quality Assurance
Remote
Posted on Oct 17, 2024
Maven is on a mission to automate trucking operations and change how the world moves freight. Since 2014, Maven has been providing software to many of the nation’s top trucking and transportation fleets to power their mission critical operations and keep the economy moving. We work at the intersection of operations software, real-time telematics, optimization research, and machine learning and AI to build technology that is changing a massive industry. As one of the fastest growing tech startups in the logistics space, we are looking for exceptionally bright and talented individuals to add to our world-class team.
We provide mission-critical software and applications that power the transportation industry 24/7. This means we have a tremendous responsibility to build resilient, fault-tolerant technology that is rigorously tested. As a Senior Test Automation Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the highest quality standards across all our software products and development processes. This involves deep collaboration with development engineers and product managers, creating robust test automation frameworks, identifying opportunities for automation, and executing complex test plans. You will be responsible for bug reporting and triaging, enhancing our CI/CD pipeline with automated testing, and supporting design reviews across engineering teams to drive continuous improvements in quality and efficiency.
Maven is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate is based in Pittsburgh, PA or elsewhere in the continental U.S.
What You'll Be Doing:
Maven is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We deeply believe that diverse backgrounds and experiences lead to better products and results, and we seek to attract talent from all walks of life in our dynamic software company. The team at Maven is smart, friendly, and passionate, and we value a healthy work environment that fosters professional development and the opportunity to move and grow within our organization. To learn more about Maven’s values, mission, history, and leadership, visit https://mavenmachines.com/about/.
We provide mission-critical software and applications that power the transportation industry 24/7. This means we have a tremendous responsibility to build resilient, fault-tolerant technology that is rigorously tested. As a Senior Test Automation Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the highest quality standards across all our software products and development processes. This involves deep collaboration with development engineers and product managers, creating robust test automation frameworks, identifying opportunities for automation, and executing complex test plans. You will be responsible for bug reporting and triaging, enhancing our CI/CD pipeline with automated testing, and supporting design reviews across engineering teams to drive continuous improvements in quality and efficiency.
Maven is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate is based in Pittsburgh, PA or elsewhere in the continental U.S.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Develop and document comprehensive test plans and strategies for new development and regression coverage across web, mobile and backend applications.
- Plan and execute integration and acceptance-level tests in the field using real trucks to validate product performance and reliability.
- Create automated testing frameworks using Appium for mobile apps, Selenium for web UI automation, and Python for backend automation. This includes developing processes for regression, load, and integration tests for various products and internal systems.
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure that QA is an integral part of the development process, focusing on enhancing user experience and maintaining high Quality of Service (QoS).
- Interact directly with customers to understand product requirements and real-world use cases, incorporating this feedback to influence testing strategies and ensure comprehensive coverage.
- Participate in design and product reviews to provide feedback on requirements, identify technical hurdles and debt, and assess the impacts on testability and risk.
- BS or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology Management, or a related field with relevant experience.
- 5+ years of experience in software QA engineering, with hands-on experience in automation testing using tools like Selenium, Appium, and BrowserStack.
- Excellent knowledge of software testing strategies, best practices, and automation frameworks for both mobile and web applications.
- Strong software scripting skills (e.g., Python, JavaScript) and a solid understanding of software architectures, distributed systems, and mobile app testing.
- Ability to troubleshoot and triage complex software systems, offering prioritized solutions and recommendations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- You are driven by results and have a desire to deliver impactful outcomes every day.
- A resourceful team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment.
- Experience with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) environments, particularly as they relate to automated testing.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
- Experience with mobile and web test automation using BrowserStack or similar cloud-based platforms for cross-browser/device testing.
- Experience or strong interest in the logistics industry and how technology can optimize supply chain and transportation operations.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K with Employer Match
- Flexible PTO
- A fun, fast-paced company culture
Maven is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We deeply believe that diverse backgrounds and experiences lead to better products and results, and we seek to attract talent from all walks of life in our dynamic software company. The team at Maven is smart, friendly, and passionate, and we value a healthy work environment that fosters professional development and the opportunity to move and grow within our organization. To learn more about Maven’s values, mission, history, and leadership, visit https://mavenmachines.com/about/.
