Software Test Engineer

Cox Automotive is in search of a Software Test Engineer II to become an integral part of our Central Dispatch team. This role is ideal for a testing enthusiast who is keen to learn, grow, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, defect-free software products in the rapidly evolving landscape of automotive technology.

What You’ll Do:

Collaborate

Work alongside developers, analysts, and product owners to comprehend the functional and technical requirements.
Participate in discussions to define and refine testing needs and strategies.
Assist in estimating testing tasks for various projects and regular operations.
Team up with fellow testers, sharing insights, and learning from collective experiences.
Engage in constructive defect identification and resolution discussions.
Execute

Support the software testing initiatives, ranging from unit to system tests, ensuring detailed coverage.
Develop and maintain test plans and test cases to confirm software functionality, reliability, performance, and security.
Design and utilize automated test scripts, employing standard testing tools and best practices.
Partner with the development and product teams to facilitate swift defect detection and resolution.
Document and track defects diligently, promoting transparency and actionable feedback.
Contribute to peer reviews of test cases and automation scripts, upholding quality and consistency.
Actively solicit feedback on testing processes and methodologies, advocating for iterative improvements.
Stay informed about emerging testing tools and techniques, fostering a culture of continuous professional growth.
Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 2 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and up to 2 years’ experience; or 6 years’ experience in a related field
Experience or familiarity with testing tools such as Selenium, JUnit, or similar platforms.
Initial understanding of cloud platforms, notably Amazon Web Services (AWS). Experience with Docker is a bonus.
Sound knowledge of software testing methodologies and best practices.
Analytical aptitude, with the ability to understand and test complex software functionalities.
Comfortable working in an agile development environment, fostering collaboration and openness.
Effective communication skills, proficient in presenting testing results, and feedback to various stakeholders.

Drug Testing:

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

About Cox Automotive
At Cox Automotive, people of every background are driven by their passion for mobility, innovation and community. We transform the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses cars, accelerating the industry with global powerhouse brands like Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim and more. What’s more, we do it all with an emphasis on employee growth and happiness. Drive your future forward and join Cox Automotive today!

About Cox
Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses – which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications – is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today!

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Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

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