Software Engineer in Test Manager

Allata

$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Software Testing or Quality Assurance, with a focus on SDET roles.
  • Strong foundation in modern test automation frameworks and tools.
  • Proficiency in Agile methodologies and collaborative practices.
  • Experience in regulated environments, focusing on compliance and data security standards.
  • Ability to work autonomously and thrive in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
  • Skilled in modern programming languages and software development practices.

Responsibilities

  • Define the testing strategy, encompassing risk assessment and clear communication of trade-offs.
  • Design and maintain automation frameworks leveraging current technologies and best practices.
  • Conduct performance and regression testing to meet quality standards.
  • Act as a Quality Champion, influencing decisions and implementing QA best practices throughout the project.
  • Collaborate in Agile settings, utilizing CI/CD pipelines and modern development tools effectively.
  • Provide quality visibility, reporting vital metrics and findings from planning to release.
  • Develop a deep understanding of the application domain, architecture, and associated data.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with a world-class consulting team on strategic projects.
  • Engagement in a culture that values autonomy, innovation, and technical excellence.
  • Exposure to high-performing Agile teams and dynamic project environments.
  • Minimal management overhead, fostering ownership and self-direction.
  • Opportunity to influence technical decisions and best practices for quality assurance.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Quality Engineer with an SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) profile to join a world-class consulting team on a strategic project with one of our key clients. As the Quality Champion embedded within their organization, you will be responsible for defining quality strategy and ensuring the highest standards are maintained throughout the entire delivery lifecycle.

In this role, you will work within high-performing Agile teams, collaborating directly with the client's engineers, product managers, and stakeholders in an environment where autonomy, innovation, and technical excellence are valued.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Define testing strategy: Establish test scope, identify risks, and communicate trade-offs with clarity.
  • Design and maintain robust automation frameworks using modern technologies and best practices.
  • Conduct performance and regression testing, ensuring the system meets quality requirements.
  • Act as Quality Champion, influencing technical decisions and implementing QA best practices.
  • Collaborate in Agile environments, working with CI/CD pipelines and modern development tools.
  • Ensure quality visibility from planning through release, reporting metrics and critical findings.
  • Gain deep understanding of the application domain, architecture, and data.
  • Work autonomously in lean teams with flat structures and minimal management overhead.


Hard Skills - Must have

  • Strong experience with modern test automation frameworks and tools.
  • Proven ability to design, build, and maintain scalable testing solutions.
  • Practical experience with Agile methodologies and collaborative development practices.
  • Track record working in secure or regulated environments (compliance, data security, industry standards).
  • Demonstrated ability to work autonomously in fast-paced, rapidly evolving contexts.
  • Proficiency with modern programming languages and software development practices.


Soft Skills / Business Specific Skills

  • Strong ownership and self-starter mindset
  • Clear and effective communication of risks and trade-offs
  • Consulting mindset: influence decisions while aligning with client priorities
  • Strong analytical thinking and curiosity to understand the "why" behind systems

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