Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

SkyGrid, a Boeing, SparkCognition company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas, SkyGrid builds high-assurance third-party services to enable the safe operations and airspace integration of autonomous aircraft. SkyGrid also acts as a key operational nexus for advanced air mobility, integrating and managing data, infrastructure, access, and traffic to support seamless and efficient air traffic services. The SkyGrid team is looking for a self-assured Senior Software Development Engineer in Test with advanced programming skills. This role straddles the roles of Verification Engineer and Software Engineer. The purpose of this role is to assist in the design, implementation, and integration of automated test suites that verify various aspects of the software product's functionality and quality. Performance Objectives: Understand the requirements and design high-level test cases and test scenarios. Contribute to the design, implementation, and integration of automated test suites Collaborate with multiple teams and produce test artifacts. Contribute to achieving robust test automation integrated with Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines across all test domains. Responsibilities: A Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering or equivalent experience Excellent design and programming skills. 2 years of experience testing server-side applications. 5 years of relevant experience as part of an automated test team. 5 year of professional coding experience. Must have experience testing backend services such as APIs and databases. Previous experience with web app and web testing. Strong hands-on experience with QA methodologies, or prior QA experience. Knowledge of programming languages and process management methodology. Awareness of test methodologies and their corresponding tools. Supreme verbal, written, communication, time management, and organizational skills. The ability to keep current with the constantly changing technology industry. Passion for testing, development, and design. Preferred Experience: Programming Languages: Proficiency in any of JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, Python API Testing Tools: Experience with Jest, Postman, JMeter, Rest-Assured, Soap UI, or similar Browser Automation Frameworks: Experience using Playwright, Cypress, or similar tools for robust browser UI automation. CI/CD Integration: Experience with continuous integration systems like GitLab to integrate testing within the development pipeline. Cloud Technologies: Familiarity with AWS or other cloud provider constructs. Version Control: Comfortable using Git for version control and collaborative development. Test Design: Skilled in implementing detailed test plans, test cases, and test procedures. Problem Analysis: Ability to investigate issues to their root cause and contribute to their resolution. Join Our Team and Enjoy Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive Health Coverage from Day One: Enjoy immediate access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA and FSA options. Generous Retirement Contributions : Benefit from an automatic company 401k contribution program, with no match required, plus an additional company matching program to boost your retirement savings. Headspace Annual Membership : Prioritize your mental health with complimentary access to mindfulness and meditation resources. Discounted ClassPass Membership : Stay active and healthy with access to thousands of fitness studios and gyms nationwide. Investment in Your Growth : Receive an annual stipend for learning and development to support your continuous education and skill development Engaging Team Activities : Participate in quarterly team-building events and celebrations organized by our dedicated culture committee. Fully Stocked Kitchen : Enjoy a variety of snacks and beverages to keep you fueled throughout the day.