Senior/Staff Software Development Engineer in Test, SDET

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Develop the testing strategy for a suite of web applications, prioritizing which components to automate first.

• Create automated regression test suites and incorporate them into the CI/CD pipeline.

• Transition the team from manual to automated regression testing, reducing the duration from code freeze to production.

• Manage a collaborative team of four test engineers starting in February, fostering their professional development.

• Clearly communicate release confidence to non-technical stakeholders.

• Collaborate with and mentor government testers and engineers to ensure the sustainability of automated testing practices post-engagement.

• Partner with the Skylight team and government staff to understand the program office's change delivery process and identify testing and security challenges.

• Guide government partners in maintaining testing and security protocols following Skylight's involvement.

• Work in tandem with government engineers and other contractors as tools and processes advance.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proficiency in writing clean, functional, and reusable code.

• Knowledge of building secure, compliant software and defending against common vulnerabilities.

• Understanding of the various components of software systems and their integration, while prioritizing performance, reliability, and availability.

• Recognizing the significance of centering users in your work, including considering the impact of any code you produce.

• Experience in designing testing strategies and developing automated regression suites for web applications.

• Proven experience leading testing teams or initiatives.

• Background in a government or regulated setting with formal security authorization (ATO).

• Experience collaborating within cross-functional teams (product, design, engineering, operations) in an iterative delivery model.

• A history of maintaining alignment and accountability in remote teams.

• A mindset and approach to work that reflects our core values.

• All work must be performed within the U.S., excluding U.S. territories.

• This contract mandates U.S. citizenship for employment eligibility.

• Capability to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) and any necessary special access for the contract.

• Successful completion of a company background check is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Life and AD&D insurance.

• Dependent care FSA, healthcare FSA, and health savings account.

• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 10% of your salary without a vesting period.

• Flexible paid-time-off policy (typically around 25 days annually), plus 11 paid federal holidays.

• Up to 12 weeks of paid time off for all eligible new parents (birth, adoption, or foster).

• Performance incentives, including annual salary increases, performance bonuses, spot bonuses, and stock options.

• Business development/sales bonuses.

• Referral bonuses.

• Annual $2,000 allowance for professional development.

• Annual $750 allowance for technology-related purchases.

• Annual swag budget of $100 to showcase your Skylight pride with merchandise (hoodies, hats, etc.).

• Flexible, remote-friendly work environment.

• A workplace that empowers you to leverage your skills for the public good.