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Abbott

Software Development Engineer in Test 2

Abbott, Alameda, California, United States, 94501

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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position represents test engineering throughout the Software Development Lifecycle for more technical products (SDK and API). Position is responsible for adding automated tests for the product and incorporating the tests into the larger testing strategy. Interview process will require candidates to participate in a code challenge followed by in person interview. Local candidates preferred.

What you’ll work on

Complete software testing and activities for development user stories within an Agile SDLC process (products supported may be more technical in nature, i.e. SDK or API type products).

Review System Specifications/Requirements documents, user stories and create verification test cases (based on those requirements), and execute test cases.

Investigate and report unexpected events, issues or software bugs. Verify fixes.

Perform exploratory testing, system level end to end testing, develop test datasets and execute automation scripts (to ensure application software releases are of high quality).

Review code diff analysis and develop robust regression test strategy.

Create or consult on verification and validation test plans, test reports, trace matrices to incorporate the automated tests and review with relevant stakeholders (dev and quality).

Scripting automated tests in a programming language. Python preferred (e.g. Python, Javascript, etc.)

Required Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related engineering field (or equivalent experience)

Minimum 5 years years’ experience

Moderate knowledge in modern programming languages such as Java or Python & Agile methodologies

Moderate level of understanding of test-driven methodologies

Moderate experience automating mobile application tests

Moderate level of knowledge with continuous integration & continuous development (CI/CD)

Demonstrated success in technical proficiency, creativity, and independent thought

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Moderate level understanding of design patterns

Strong analytical & problem-solving skills

Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities

What We Offer

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

Training and career development

, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance

Financial security

through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans

Health care and well-being programs

including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs

Paid time off

401(k)

retirement savings with a generous company match

The stability of a company

with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

**Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: ** www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

The base pay for this position is $98,000.00 – $196,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com