Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our Mobile applications through a combination of automated and manual testing methodologies. This a high impact role that will sit within the QA organization and will work closely with SPAN’s internal Software, Device Software and Hardware Engineering teams.
Role & Responsibilities
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As an SDET, you will be expected to:
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Conduct thorough testing of our mobile applications on various platforms (iOS and Android) to identify bugs, defects and usability issues.
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Collaborate with both the QA and Development teams to create comprehensive test plans, test cases and tooling for both automated and manual testing.
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Develop and maintain automated tests using industry-standard test automation tools (Detox, React Native) and frameworks to ensure efficient regression testing.
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Perform extensive manual testing on mobile devices to validate the application’s functionality, usability and compatibility across different devices and OS versions.
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Perform extensive manual testing on panel to validate the application’s functionality, usability and compatibility across different SKUs and firmware versions.
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Document defects, issues, and enhancement requests clearly and concisely.
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Configure and maintain test environments, devices and simulators to facilitate automated testing activities.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers and designers to provide timely feedback and help prioritize bug fixes.
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Identify areas for process improvement and actively contribute to enhancing software development and testing practices pertaining to automation.
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About You
Required Qualifications
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Proven experience in a Software Development Engineer in Test - Mobile role testing on iOS and Android platforms.
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Proficiency in one of SPAN’s coding language: Python, Javascript, TypeScript, React Native, Detox (or Appium), or Kotlin, Testrail.
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Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, test case design and automated testing.
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Experience with CI/CD tools and Github (i.e, CircleCI, Docker).
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Effective communication and collaboration skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Comfort building and working in green-field automated testing frameworks and infrastructure
Bonus Qualifications
We would love to hire someone who has:
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Experience working in a startup environment
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Experience with or preference for a rapid or continuous release cadence
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Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development processes.
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Experience w/ GraphQL or GRPC
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Experience working in the Renewable Energy industry
The U.S. base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $150,000 plus benefits and equity. This range represents SPAN’s good faith estimate of competitively-priced salary for the role based on national, real-time industry data from companies of a similar growth stage. This range reflects minimum and maximum new hire salaries for the role across US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by location and individual factors including relevant skills, experience and education or training. This range correlates to the relative level of the candidate we believe we need for the role and may require an adjustment for candidates of a different level.
Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the location this role is based during the hiring process.
Headquartered in San Francisco’s vibrant SoMa neighborhood, we are an eclectic group of creative thinkers who value open communication, teamwork, and a ‘make it happen’ approach to addressing complex challenges.
SPAN embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
We’re hiring talented individuals who are driven by success and are passionate about shaping the future of renewable energy. If that sounds like you, we’d love for you to consider joining the rapidly growing team at SPAN.
The Perks:
⚡ Competitive compensation + equity grants at a well-funded, venture-backed company
⚡ Comprehensive benefits: 100% employee premiums for base plans on medical, dental, vision with options for additional coverage. Parental leave up to six (6) months depending on eligibility
⚡ Comfortable, sunny office space located near BART and Caltrain public transit
⚡ Strong focus on team building and company culture: Employee Resource Groups, monthly social events, SPANcakes recognition breakfast, lunch, and learns
⚡ Flexible hours, one holiday per month, and unlimited PTO
Interested in joining our team? Apply today and we’ll be in touch with the next steps!
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Span is a cleantech startup creating a new electrical panel that serves as the center for connected power in the home. It provides all the safety features of a standard panel along with home energy monitoring, intelligent load-balancing, and customizable backup in the case of an outage when paired with battery storage.
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