Lead Software Test Engineer

Company Summary
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
Department Summary
Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play a vital role in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:

• Led design and maintenance of scalable, reusable API automation frameworks in complex wireless environments
• Defined and implemented best practices for modular automation, enabling comprehensive end-to-end workflows
• Utilized REST Assured, Ready API, and similar tools for testing, validation, and improved automation coverage
• Integrated frameworks with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab) and supported Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices
• Mentored SDET team members, fostering skill growth and ensuring alignment with project goals and quality standards
• Collaborated with stakeholders to align automation strategies with business objectives and product roadmaps
• Drove innovation in automation approaches, continuously improving efficiency, reliability, and overall effectiveness

Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field High-level qualifications
• 8+ years of experience in API test development using REST Assured or similar technologies
• 5+ years of experience in leading QA testing teams

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experienced in Agile development environments with strong understanding of CI/CD processes and SDLC tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Git)
• Proficient in security protocols such as OAuth and SAML, with hands-on experience in code reviews and risk assessment techniques
• Deep understanding of microservices, APIs, API Gateways (e.g., Apigee), and documentation tools like Swagger/Swagger Hub
• Skilled in serverless architectures and technologies including AWS Lambda, Redis, SQS, and containerization with Docker & Kubernetes
• Strong grasp of modern architectural patterns such as Event Driven Architecture, message-based systems, and caching strategies
• Experience working with diverse databases including SQL Server, DynamoDB, MongoDB, and DocumentDB

Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview, which may include a live whiteboarding or technical assessment session.
Salary Ranges
Compensation: $110,100.00/Year - $130,000.00/Year
Benefits
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.