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Senior Software Test Engineer

On behalf of our client, Dice Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineer.

This full-time (direct hire) position located near Las Vegas, NV. Work Is performed 100% on-site.

Candidates must be able to work on our client s W2 (annual salary + benefits package). Must be permanently authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. No visa sponsorship or transfers are available. No 3rd party Corp to Corp inquiries will be considered.

Responsibilities:

Software Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with development teams, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and define test objectives, scope, and schedules.
• Participate in project planning and provide regular updates on test progress, challenges, and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of collaboration by driving clear communication and teamwork within the team.
• Mentor and guide junior test engineers, providing technical leadership and support.

Test Strategy and Planning:

• Work with QA/DevOps engineer to develop comprehensive test strategies and plans for software projects, including functional, performance, security, and regression testing.
• Define and lead end-to-end testing strategies that validate complete workflows across cloud, edge, and integrated system boundaries.
• Prioritize tests based on risk, business impact, and coverage to focus testing effort where it matters most.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with software testing and ensure alignment with project timelines.

Test Design and Execution:

• Design, develop, and execute test cases based on software requirements and design specifications.
• Work with QA/DevOps Engineer to create automated test scripts and frameworks to improve testing efficiency and coverage.
• Partner with the QA/DevOps engineer to design, develop, and maintain a CI/CD environment for a small- to medium-sized software team.
• Conduct exploratory testing to identify edge cases and potential issues that automated tests may not cover.
• Perform manual testing as needed, particularly for complex or high-risk areas of the software.
• Other duties as assigned

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• 5 10 years of experience in software testing, with a focus on project-level test management and leadership.
• Proficient with Docker, Python, TypeScript and React for cloud and application development.
• Proficient with AWS services including S3, DynamoDB, RDS, IOT/Core, Lambda, and API Gateway.
• Proficient testing RESTful and/or event-driven APIs.
• Proficient with data pipelines and asynchronous processing patterns (e.g., queue/job-based architectures).
• Proficient with automated testing frameworks such as Postman, PyTest and Playwright.
• Proficient with SCM tools and methodologies including Git, GitHub, and CI/CD.
• Familiar with network protocols such as MQTT and TCP/IP for IoT and telematics data ingestion.
• Proficient with software development and debugging tools such as VS Code.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Desired:

• Familiar with hardware/software integration such as J1939, CANopen, and RS-485.
• Experience collaborating with external development partners or outsourced engineering teams on shared codebases.
• Experience with hybrid power systems.
• Experience with Energy Management System, power system, and microgrid control algorithms.
• Familiar with industry standards such as IEEE 2030, 61850, 62898, and 1547-2018, and ISO 15118.
• Certification in software testing (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE).

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive pay
• 401k with company contribution
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Appreciation Programs

Salary:

• The salary range for this role is $107,000 $116,000 per year, which serves as a guide for pay decisions. Final compensation will be determined by a number of factors, such as the candidate's qualifications, experience, and skills, as well as pay equity considerations.