Who We Are
At Platform Science, we’re working to connect everything that moves. Founded in 2015, we are an open IoT platform that partners with innovative fleets, application developers, vehicle manufacturers, and equipment providers in the transportation industry to deliver revolutionary solutions to supply chain professionals across the globe. Our employees are an engaging, diverse group of people who believe in the power of great ideas. We hire people with different experiences and perspectives to build a company culture that fuels growth through innovation.
We value thoughtful actions and empathy for others. We approach challenges with resiliency and creativity, while encouraging transparency because, no matter our backgrounds or responsibilities, we are one team.
About the Role
Platform Science is seeking a skilled and proactive Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to contribute to the quality of our growing software products. You will independently design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test scripts. Integrating quality into our CI/CD pipeline and collaborating closely with development teams, you will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of reliable and performant software solutions.
Responsibilities
Independently design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust test automation frameworks and test scripts using programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Kotlin, JavaScript/Typescript, Go).
Integrate and enhance test automation within the CI/CD pipeline for continuous testing.
Develop and execute automated tests for various layers of the application, including unit, integration, API, and UI tests.
Collaborate effectively with software developers to understand software design and implementation, providing valuable feedback on testability.
Participate in code reviews to identify potential quality issues and ensure adherence to coding standards.
Build and maintain efficient test environments and manage test data effectively.
Analyze test results, identify root causes of failures, and work collaboratively with the development team to implement solutions.
Contribute to the improvement of our software development and testing processes and tools.
Advocate for quality best practices within the development lifecycle.
Monitor and analyze key quality metrics (e.g., test coverage, defect trends) to identify areas for improvement.
Stay updated on relevant testing methodologies, tools, and technologies, and share knowledge within the team.
Actively participate in agile ceremonies, providing valuable input on quality and testability.
May contribute to performance and security testing efforts under guidance.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
2-5 years of experience in software development and/or test automation.
Strong programming skills in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go).
Proven experience in designing and implementing test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, JUnit, TestNG, PyTest).
Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, RestAssured).
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Github Actions , CircleCI).
Solid understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and the SDLC.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality software.
Good communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with performance testing basics (e.g., using tools like K6, JMeter).
Exposure to security testing concepts.
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
Experience working in an agile development environment.
Experience with AI Tools in Software Development (Gemini, Windsurf, Claude, etc.)
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