Senior Software Engineer in Test

This is a Fully Remote Job About Our Client:The organization operates in the software and payment processing industry, delivering cloud-native applications that serve millions of customers and handle billions of dollars in transactions. It addresses challenges related to quality assurance and verification in complex, large-scale systems within an agile, AI-forward engineering environment. About the Opportunity:The SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER IN TEST is responsible for leading quality verification and validation across the entire development lifecycle of complex production systems. The role ensures that quality is integrated into engineering processes by designing test strategies, driving root cause analysis, and advancing verification standards. This position significantly influences the reliability and success of software releases in a rapidly evolving technical environment. Responsibilities:Own end-to-end quality verification and validation from design through production.Develop and evolve verification and validation standards as the engineering model matures.Design and execute comprehensive test strategies focusing on edge cases and real-world scenarios.Build and maintain scalable automation frameworks for backend and frontend testing.Identify gaps in test coverage and system behavior.Drive root cause analysis and contribute to defect prevention strategies.Utilize AI-assisted tools to enhance testing, debugging, and problem-solving.Apply rigorous verification and validation to AI-generated as well as human-written code.Explore and implement emerging AI capabilities to improve quality engineering workflows.Continuously improve test efficiency, reliability, and execution speed.Mentor team members and elevate overall quality standards. Requirements:8+ years in quality engineering, QA automation, or SDET roles with experience in complex production systems.Strong critical thinking to identify edge cases, failure modes, and subtle defects.Deep knowledge of testing strategies including unit, integration, end-to-end, contract, and regression.Proficient programming skills, preferably in TypeScript or JavaScript.Experience with automation frameworks for backend/API and frontend/UI testing.Familiarity with CI/CD integration and test pipelines.Knowledge of mocking, stubbing, and test data management.Strong debugging skills and system architecture understanding.Proactive, prevention-focused mindset.Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools to improve quality and productivity.Ability to assess and apply new AI capabilities while ensuring quality and security.Adaptability to fast-paced and ambiguous environments.Ownership mentality and the ability to advocate for quality.Experience mentoring others and raising team quality standards.Additional experience with performance testing, BDD frameworks, microservices, or fintech is advantageous. Pay Range and Compensation Package:The annual base pay range for this position is $146,000 to $157,000. Benefits & Perks:Flexible working cultureIncentive programsUnlimited paid time offGenerous paid parental leaveFamily support policiesCompany-sponsored 401(k) matchLearning and wellness subscription stipendEmployer-sponsored insurance options with several fully covered choices Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin. Note:TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.