Senior 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
Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview, which may include a live whiteboarding or technical assessment session.
Technical Development:

• Develop and maintain API automation scripts and frameworks using REST Assured, or Ready API, or similar tools
• Implement micro-automation strategies by creating reusable, modular scripts and combining them into comprehensive workflows
• Ensure alignment with Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles and integrate solutions into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab)
• Collaborate with teams to identify areas for automation and prioritize accordingly to maximize impact
• Monitor and maintain automation performance, addressing technical debt and optimizing test execution

Collaboration:

• Work closely with developers, testers, and product teams to understand requirements and translate them into robust test automation
• Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and high-quality standards
• Provide clear documentation and training on developed tools and frameworks to support team adoption

Execution and Quality Assurance:

• Ensure comprehensive test coverage for APIs, focusing on edge cases and performance scenarios
• Conduct root cause analysis for defects and work proactively to improve automation robustness
• Contribute to the overall quality assurance strategy by identifying gaps and proposing solutions

Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field High-level qualifications
• 6+ years of experience in API test development using REST Assured or similar technologies

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experienced in Agile environments with strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, SDLC tools (JIRA, Confluence, Rally), and Git-based source control
• Proficient in microservices architecture, API development, and documentation using Swagger/Swagger Hub and API Gateways like Apigee
• Hands-on experience with serverless applications and cloud technologies including AWS Lambda, Redis, and SQS
• Skilled in security protocols (OAuth, SAML), risk assessment techniques, and conducting code reviews
• Strong knowledge of architectural patterns including Event Driven Architecture, message-based systems, and caching strategies
• Experience with modern databases such as DynamoDB, MongoDB, and DocumentDB, and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes

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Salary Ranges
Compensation: $96,250.00/Year - $120,000.00/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.