Niantic
Senior Software Development Engineer in Test
Niantic, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Niantic's Quality Engineering Team is seeking a Software Engineer in Test (SDET) to develop test automation tools and infrastructure for Pokémon Go! Niantic Engineering leads the advancement of AR and other immersive technologies while creating engaging apps for a user base in the billions.Responsibilities
Design, build, maintain and extend scalable modular test automation frameworks for Pokémon Go.Leverage automation frameworks to build end-to-end test automation and other testing tools which enable fast creation of Pokémon Go, mobile application, and API and Client level automated tests.Collaborate with other SWEs, SDETs, QEs, developers, product managers, and other departments to ensure code and automated systems meet internal standards.Integrate test automation into the CI deployment pipeline.Mentor Junior SDETs by coaching, mentoring, and sharing knowledge.Build and lead testing estimates, schedules, timelines, bug analytics/metrics, mitigation plans, and lead vendor testers.Drive the development and execution of test specs, test cases, and suites for new features.Participate in the review of QE and Engineering procedures and provide recommendations for improvement.Collaborate with multi-functional team members and collaborators to cultivate strong working relationships with project team members, including regular and reliable attendance and participation in meetings.Required in-office 2 days on Tuesday and Wednesday.Qualifications
BS degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or related engineering fields, with a minimum of three years automation development experience.Strong experience in C#, Python, or Java.Experience with build systems such as GitLab, Gradle, and CI/CD pipelines.Strong experience building efficient and scalable API/Libraries/Services.Ability to think about long-term impact and identify risks.Experience working with highly-scalable systems.Ability to work in a fast-paced hybrid environment and handle stress appropriately and/or ability to solve practical problems and be sufficiently adaptable to handle dynamic situations with little advance notice.Experience working on multi-functional teams with ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communications, including synchronous interactions with others.Proven understanding of QE methodology, tools, and prior experience in testing Augmented Reality features.Experience building test automation within a gaming studio environment.Plus If...
Experience using mobile or API test automation frameworks (Appium, Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, and other automation tools) to write end-to-end scenario-based automated tests.Working experience with Unity.Experience with end-to-end game development and quality assurance processes.Experience leading, building, and crafting test strategies for mobile apps and consumer-facing products.The total compensation package for this position includes a new hire offer base salary range of $161,600.00 - $179,600.00 + bonus + equity + benefits.Individual pay within this salary range is determined by work location and additional factors, including assessed job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can answer any questions about new hire total compensation during the hiring process. An overview of benefit offerings for your location can be found on the careers page.Join the Niantic team!
Niantic's global-scale augmented reality platform and digital map powers spatial computing experiences in the real world. Incubated out of the Maps team at Google, Niantic first created Ingress and then Pokémon GO, a cultural phenomenon and hit game played by tens of millions of people each month. Niantic’s Lightship platform, which powers Pokémon GO, also supports the company's other games including Pikmin Bloom, Peridot, and Monster Hunter Now. Developers use Niantic’s platform to build their own AR applications and experiences, either with the Lightship Platform or directly through the web with 8th Wall.We believe that cultivating a workplace where our people are supported and included is essential to creating great products our community will love. Our mission emphasizes seeking and hiring diverse voices, including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the technology industry, and we consider this to be one of the most important values we hold close.Niantic is a hybrid-first company. We believe that in-person interaction and collaboration fosters creativity, a sense of community, and is critical to our future success as a company. Our hybrid work schedules allow for a mix of remote and in-office work.We're a hard-working, fun, and exciting group who value intellectual curiosity and a passion for problem-solving! We have growing offices located in San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Palo Alto, Bellevue, Kansas, London, Tokyo, Hamburg, Hyderabad, and Zurich. #LI-HYBRID
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Design, build, maintain and extend scalable modular test automation frameworks for Pokémon Go.Leverage automation frameworks to build end-to-end test automation and other testing tools which enable fast creation of Pokémon Go, mobile application, and API and Client level automated tests.Collaborate with other SWEs, SDETs, QEs, developers, product managers, and other departments to ensure code and automated systems meet internal standards.Integrate test automation into the CI deployment pipeline.Mentor Junior SDETs by coaching, mentoring, and sharing knowledge.Build and lead testing estimates, schedules, timelines, bug analytics/metrics, mitigation plans, and lead vendor testers.Drive the development and execution of test specs, test cases, and suites for new features.Participate in the review of QE and Engineering procedures and provide recommendations for improvement.Collaborate with multi-functional team members and collaborators to cultivate strong working relationships with project team members, including regular and reliable attendance and participation in meetings.Required in-office 2 days on Tuesday and Wednesday.Qualifications
BS degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or related engineering fields, with a minimum of three years automation development experience.Strong experience in C#, Python, or Java.Experience with build systems such as GitLab, Gradle, and CI/CD pipelines.Strong experience building efficient and scalable API/Libraries/Services.Ability to think about long-term impact and identify risks.Experience working with highly-scalable systems.Ability to work in a fast-paced hybrid environment and handle stress appropriately and/or ability to solve practical problems and be sufficiently adaptable to handle dynamic situations with little advance notice.Experience working on multi-functional teams with ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communications, including synchronous interactions with others.Proven understanding of QE methodology, tools, and prior experience in testing Augmented Reality features.Experience building test automation within a gaming studio environment.Plus If...
Experience using mobile or API test automation frameworks (Appium, Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, and other automation tools) to write end-to-end scenario-based automated tests.Working experience with Unity.Experience with end-to-end game development and quality assurance processes.Experience leading, building, and crafting test strategies for mobile apps and consumer-facing products.The total compensation package for this position includes a new hire offer base salary range of $161,600.00 - $179,600.00 + bonus + equity + benefits.Individual pay within this salary range is determined by work location and additional factors, including assessed job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can answer any questions about new hire total compensation during the hiring process. An overview of benefit offerings for your location can be found on the careers page.Join the Niantic team!
Niantic's global-scale augmented reality platform and digital map powers spatial computing experiences in the real world. Incubated out of the Maps team at Google, Niantic first created Ingress and then Pokémon GO, a cultural phenomenon and hit game played by tens of millions of people each month. Niantic’s Lightship platform, which powers Pokémon GO, also supports the company's other games including Pikmin Bloom, Peridot, and Monster Hunter Now. Developers use Niantic’s platform to build their own AR applications and experiences, either with the Lightship Platform or directly through the web with 8th Wall.We believe that cultivating a workplace where our people are supported and included is essential to creating great products our community will love. Our mission emphasizes seeking and hiring diverse voices, including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the technology industry, and we consider this to be one of the most important values we hold close.Niantic is a hybrid-first company. We believe that in-person interaction and collaboration fosters creativity, a sense of community, and is critical to our future success as a company. Our hybrid work schedules allow for a mix of remote and in-office work.We're a hard-working, fun, and exciting group who value intellectual curiosity and a passion for problem-solving! We have growing offices located in San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Palo Alto, Bellevue, Kansas, London, Tokyo, Hamburg, Hyderabad, and Zurich. #LI-HYBRID
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