Software development engineer test - python and java

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About the job:

SAS is a leading analytics company specializing in cutting-edge AI, including forecasting solutions powered by advanced timeseries analysis. We are dedicated to revolutionizing how businesses plan for the future, positioning us as an industry leader in predictive analytics.

Role Overview

The SAS Visual Forecasting team is looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test to enable the continuous delivery of high-quality software to our customers by building confidence into the release pipeline. Our team is committed to developing and supporting robust and scalable end-to-end automation solutions for every step of the product development and operations life cycle.

As a Software Developer in Test, you will:

• Create and maintain the highest quality of test automation that fails fast, uses modern development techniques, and provide key data points to support metrics-based decision making.
• Apply automated tests at every layer of the application stack, both inside and outside of the continuous delivery pipeline.
• Capitalize upon your creativity by developing innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Work with your team to promptly triage test failures with precision and accuracy, maintaining the health of the build pipeline.
• Work collaboratively with development, product, operations, and support peers to encourage quality.
• Utilize observability and monitoring tools to proactively detect and remediate failures.
• Ensure all applicable security policies and processes are followed to support the organization’s secure software development goals.

Requirements:

• You have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with two of the following programming languages: Python, Golang, Java, Groovy, C, C++ or Java Script.
• Exposure to test automation tooling such as Pytest and Playwright
• Comfortable working with and testing service-oriented architecture.
• Hands on experience with cloud technology
• Familiarity with at least one public cloud interface: Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Exposure to CI/CD tools such as Github Flow.
• Firm understanding of REST API Interfaces
• Proficient with source control management techniques (Git) including branching, code review, and merging.
• You are adaptable, a continuous learner who seeks out opportunities to leverage emerging technologies and enjoys the challenges of solving problems on the cutting edge.
• You are flexible and excited by the possibility of working on new problems and new products as additional requirements arise.
• An equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered in place of the above qualifications.

Preferences:

• Adds value to teams independently with minimal guidance.
• Strong interpersonal skills that meet or exceed the needs of the team.
• Firm understanding of CI/CD pipelines infrastructure
• Experience testing microservice and event driven architectures
• Demonstrated ability to adopt programming languages without formal training or support
• Experience with observability tools such as OpenTelemetry, Grafana, and Prometheus
• Experience with SAS Visual Forecasting and SAS programming

World-class benefits

Highlights include...

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental and vision plans.
• Medical plan options include…
• PPO with low annual deductible and copays.
• HDHP combined with a health savings account with a contribution from SAS (no access to on-site health care center).
• An industry-leading 401k plan.
• Generous time away including vacation time, a variety of paid holidays.
• Volunteer Time Off, parental leave and unlimited paid sick days.
• Generous childcare benefits for all full-time employees.

Diverse and Inclusive

At SAS, it’s not about fitting into our culture – it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our diverse workforce brings together unique talents that enable SAS to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers. Our commitment to diversity is a priority to our leadership, all the way up to the top; and it’s essential to who we are. To put it plainly: you are welcome here.

Additional Information

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. SAS is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Read more: Know Your Rights .

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