Software Test Engineer II

Fearless is looking for a Software Test Engineer II to add to our diverse team of 250+ employees (and counting!).

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

What You’ll Be Doing

The Test Engineer is responsible for supporting software testing for their team. They build the tests that are used to ensure delivery of quality code and captures bugs in a way that enables the dev team to successfully act upon them.

Typically operates under the guidance of more experienced engineers.

Requirements

MUST have 5-10 years of experience, advanced skills with constructing APIs, Java, and Azure.

Responsibilities And Contributions

• Develop and execute software test plans to identify software problems and their causes.
• Defines project-level test strategies that align with the organization and quality objectives.
• Facilitates conversations with team members and Product Owners to outline quality mission and objectives.
• Advocates for the test strategy with the Engineers and teaches Engineers to perform good tests and build effective automation.
• Coaches and supports the team in authoring automated tests for a variety of scenarios, like data validation, feature testing, and performance testing.
• Reviews, writes, and updates automated tests as appropriate for effective coaching of team members.
• Collaborates with Engineers and Designers to build test plans that focus on feature delivery and usability.
• Collaborates with Software Developers and senior team members to understand the technical implementation of features and to advocate for and monitor the implementation of testing strategies.
• Plans various types of testing, including systems and integration testing, regression testing, performance and load testing, compliance testing, and release testing.
• Performs manual exploratory testing, both on their own and with the team, as appropriate for the project test strategy.
• Assists with software debugging issues and performs root cause analysis to identify problems in design and / or implementation.
• Ability to operate and manage work, strategically reason, and build relationships and influence others.

Other Must-Have Skills

• Experience with the following tool suite & platforms :
• AWS Cloud, Ansible, Apache, Apigee, Appium, Brakeman, CenOS, Docker, FastLane, Git / Enterprise GitHub, Groovy, Java, JavaScript, Jenkins, Jira, JUnit, JSON, Kafka, Kubernetes, mySQL, New Relic, OpenSSL, PKI, PostgresSQL, Python, Ranger, RVov, React.

js, ReactNative, RSpec, Ruby, Ruby on RAILS, Service Now, SideKiq, SonarQube, Splunk, Spring Framework, Swagger, Swift, Tailwindcss, Twilio, Twistlock, Ubuntu.

• Experience with TOTP
• Proficient with context-driven test methodologies to formulate appropriate strategies based on specific details of each project.
• Proficient developing project-level test strategies and building test plans that define why, how, and when testing principles are applied, including the use of exploratory testing and automation.
• Demonstrated ability to understand how a system works and identify key risks to quality.
• Basic understanding of automation tools like Cypress, Selenium, Jest, JUnit, JMeter, etc in order to review and write automated tests with the team.
• Basic understanding of one software language, such as Node.js, Java, or Python.
• Experience driving quality through process.
• Experience communicating cross-functionally and across management levels in formal and informal settings.

Icing-on-the-Cake Skills

• BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Mathematics, or similar technology-related degree.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate quality discovery and planning sessions like risk-storming.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and challenge assumptions.

What Else You Should Know

Compensation and Benefits :

Our people make us who we are. We believe that every member of the Fearless team has something to share, and we value the unique viewpoint you’ll bring to our community.

But we value your community, too, so we offer fulfilling work that stays in balance with the rest of life. Here are a few highlights of our benefits package :

• Flexible schedule
• Family-friendly workplace
• 14 days of PTO allowance (not accrued so you get it up front!) PTO + 8.75 days sick leave + 11 federal holidays + your birthday off!
• HSA, HMO, or PPO plan and Employee Wellness Plan
• Tech, education / training, and snack allowances
• Free parking in downtown Baltimore / public transit coverage
• Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with employer contributions and immediate vesting

Location :

In-person, hybrid, and remote options are available. Our offices are located in Baltimore and Montgomery.

Our Compensation System is designed to reward remarkable work, grow your impact and support the whole you over the course of your career.

We believe in paying people fairly, so we've established a compensation model aimed to ensure everyone at Fearless regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, nationality, or negotiation skills is given equal pay for equal work.

Our approach to compensation is intended to ensure our total package serves all of your needs and includes base pay, medical and other benefits, performance rewards, 401k matching, plus a few perks (tech and wellness reimbursement programs)! The salary ranges for this position based on location are listed below.

The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified as a part of our annual salary range review.

• AL, FL, GA, TN Residents : $90,015(min) - $117,019 (mid) - $144,024(max)
• NC Residents : $92,799 (min) - $120,639 (mid) - $148,478 (max)
• DE, MD, PA, TX, VA Residents : $97,439 (min) - $126,671 (mid) - $155,902 (max)
• DC Residents : $109,503 (min) - $142,354 (mid) - $175,204 (max)
• CA & NY Residents : $113,215 (min) - $147,179 (mid) - $181,143 (max)

So, what’s next?

Over the years, we’ve honed a 3-step interview process that helps ensure that every employee we hire is the right fit for us and that we’re the right fit for them.

If we think you’re a good fit, we’ll get in touch and start scheduling your interviews!

Culture Add Interview - We’re a people-first company, so we always start off by getting to know more about you, how you work, what your career goals are, and what you’re passionate about.

This is your opportunity to ask questions and get a feel for Fearless, so don’t be shy!

• Technical Interview - This is where we get into the nitty gritty of the project. During the Technical Interview, you’ll be interviewed by our Practice Leaders and / or the team’s Project Lead to make sure your skills align with the project requirements.
• Business Interview - At this point, you’ve made it to the final frontier! The Business Interview is when you’ll meet with Fearless leadership to dot the i’s, cross the t’s, and determine whether or not we’ll be moving forward with the hiring process.

About Fearless Digital :

Fearless Digital builds software with a soul. As a division inside Fearless, we're part of its digital services integrator model to unlock the power of organizations, people and tech.

Our division designs, engineers, and delivers digital solutions to solve problems and drive impact. In this way, we help set the stage for tech to work better for people.

That’s not our only goal, though. We also strive to create a purple culture that makes our team members excited to come to work every day.

We take a holistic approach to our people’s well-being, and our culture and benefits are designed to support our people in working the way they like best.

We encourage our people to pursue their passions, both in and out of the office. With flexible schedules, continuing education support, and a family-friendly work environment, we’ve created a culture that allows our team to thrive professionally and personally.

Fearless believes in equal opportunity employment. We won’t discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, gender, nationality, age, religion, disability, military status, or sexual orientation.

As a company and as individuals, we’re committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for our team, our family members, our clients, our subcontractors, and our vendors.

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