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Job Description Summary

Experienced Software Development Engineer in Test:

Plans, designs, develops and executes tests for software enhancements and fixes/patches.

Knowledge:

An experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization. This job is a fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position.The position involves full-stack, end-to-end testing for UI, mid-tier and backend mainframe components.

Job Complexity:

Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.

Supervision:

Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.

Experience/Education:

Bachelor's degree or global equivalent in a related field required with 8+ years industry experience

Job Description:

We are looking for experienced Software Engineers in Test to participate in an Agile development environment producing functional software solutions for delivery to our customers. In this role, you should be able to work independently with little supervision while also collaborating with team members. You should have excellent organization and problem-solving skills, and experience in Agile development methodologies. The individual and team goal will be to develop high-quality software that is aligned with user needs and business objectives in a mainframe computing environment.

Responsibilities:

Performing validation and verification testing of both new features and product fixes

Developing and executing high-quality software tests in a continuous integration environment

Developing, implementing, and maintaining robust test automation pipelines

Assessing code coverage and identifying/resolving testing gaps

Automating tasks through appropriate tools and scripting

Ensuring test pipelines are up to date with latest technologies

Collaborating and providing Quality Assurance subject matter expertise in an Agile team environment

Coordination with management and internal teams

General Skills & Competencies

• Strong QA mind-set

• Great team player

• Complex problem-solving skills

• Advanced test design/planning/debugging skills

• Exposure to Agile development approaches

• Strong communication and organization skills

• Some leadership skills and ability

• Coaching and mentoring skills

• Demonstrates high personal integrity and ability to earn trust from others

• Demonstrates a growth mind-set, seeks feedback often, and is effective in continuous personal and professional development

• Participates in self-directed learning activities aimed at developing deep expertise within technical domains, including reading relevant publications, participating in domain forums or groups etc.

Desired Technical Skills & Experience

• Bachelors and 8+ years of related experience; at this level postgraduate coursework may be desirable or Masters degree and 6+ years of related experience

• Strong experience in test planning, design and analysis

• Experience in many different types of functional and non-functional testing

• Automated testing experience

• At least basic level of one or more of the following:

  • Java

  • Python

• Familiarity with DevOps concepts, practices and tools (Jenkins is a plus)

• Experience with project management / bug-tracking software such as JIRA or Rally

• Experience in Mainframe concepts is a plus

• Relevant certification (ISTQB is a plus)

Additional Job Description:

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $108,000- $172,800.

This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.

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