Software Test Engineer
Software Test Engineer
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Job Description
Work as part of Agile scrum teams to design implement and test the instrument control software that powers our industry-leading DNA sequencing and genotyping devices
Develop review and execute both manual and automated software tests
Investigate and analyze software defects
Define develop and document tests to uncover defects and improve product quality
Design and code test scripts deploying to build pipeline monitoring results
Plan and build effective test environments with useful data
Thoroughly document and track issues which surface during the testing process
Participate in all aspects of our agile development process from sprint planning to daily scrum meetings and sprint demos
Participate in shared learning and mentoring with other team members
Learn and have fun with some of the smartest people youll ever meet!
Required Educational Background:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Bioengineering or engineering related area
Desired Profile:
Minimum 2 - 5 years experience in testing and supporting software for mechanical instrumentation
Minimum 2 - 5 years experience working in Software Quality Assurance or other areas of the SDLC to test Windows-based and/or Linux-based GUI systems
Experience with Microsoft Office Visual Studio Jira (or other test/defect management tool) Agile (Scrum) process
Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously
Experience writing codes in at least one modern scripting language (like Python) to implement automated testing
Minimum 2 - 5 years experience with traditional manual Quality Assurance approaches
Knowledge of multiple test methods: exploratory unit acceptance functional systems integration and more
Understanding of modern build systems and release management concepts
A track record that includes being part of a team which completed and shipped successful products
Knowledge of Agile methodologies
Must thrive in fast-paced dynamic environment
Experience in participating in cross-organizational or inter-company collaboration
Experience in developing instrument software / hardware integration is a plus
Experience in biotech and bioinformatics is a plus
Experience in Linux Operating System is a plus
Experience in image processing is a plus
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Employment Type
Full-Time
