Senior Software Engineer - Remote

Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Software Development Engineer in Test to join our growing QA Automation team.

In this role, candidates will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust automated test frameworks and scripts that ensure the reliability and performance of our software applications. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise across the web, mobile, API, and backend automation, with experience in healthcare systems, Salesforce, and cloud platforms. The role also includes coaching, guiding, and training other teams as we roll out the automation framework across the organization.

• Design and maintain scalable, reusable automation frameworks to support regression, functional, API, Mobile and basic ETL testing.
• Develop automated test scripts using Java, Playwright, Selenium Web Driver, TestNG, Appium 2.0, Perfecto Cloud, Apache POI/JXL, Log4j, and Extent Reports.
• Implement REST and SOAP API testing using Rest Assured and validate responses in JSON and XML.
• Leverage ODBC libraries for basic ETL testing and backend data validations.
• Apply the Page Object Model (POM) design pattern for better code organization and maintainability.
• Build libraries and test classes for Salesforce automation using Selenium and Apex.
• Develop and maintain mobile test scripts using Appium 2.0 and Perfecto Mobile Cloud for both iOS and Android.
• Write complex SQL queries for backend database validation.
• Use Maven for dependency management and project builds.
• Manage source code using Git Hub and Azure Repos, enabling collaborative development.
• Configure and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Git Hub Actions and Azure Dev Ops for continuous testing.
• Collaborate with Agile teams, actively participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Track and manage test cases and bugs using Jira.
• Develop and maintain Excel-based macros for data-driven testing and test data management.
• Coach, guide, and train other development and QA teams to adopt and leverage the test automation framework effectively.
• Assist in knowledge transfer and documentation to promote framework standardization and best practices across teams.
• Conduct code reviews on the code created by the QA teams and provide feedback.
• Maintain and enhance the EDI based solutions created using Excel Macros.
• Leverage usage of Git Hub/Microsoft Copilot and AI solutions.
• Good understanding of building and leveraging MCP servers for test automation.

• Bachelors Degree (Required) or 4 years of related experience (Required) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree

• No specific certification or licensure requirements

• 7+ years of experience in software testing with a strong focus on automation.

Proven expertise in Selenium Web Driver, Java, and Rest Assured for automation of web and API layers. Experience in Workday, Salesforce test automation and Epic Healthcare workflows. Hands-on experience with mobile automation tools like Perfecto and Appium 2.0. Proficiency in writing and optimizing SQL queries for data validation. Strong knowledge of CI/CD using Git Hub Actions, Azure Dev Ops, and Maven.

Experience in Agile/Scrum environments. Familiarity with EDI, QNXT systems, and healthcare domain workflows. Experience in writing Excel Macros. Experience working with Jira and Xray APIs to integrate and update test results programmatically. Demonstrated ability to mentor and train other teams on automation frameworks and QA best practices. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Prior experience in COE teams is a plus.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is: $91,416.00-$. Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance

Legal Resources Plan

Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

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