Software Development Engineer in Test - Cary HQ, North Carolina, United States

Job Description · Software Development Engineer in Test (Emerging Careers) - Cary, NC Hybrid  · We're a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence - and questions into answers.  · If you're l ...

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Job Description

Software Development Engineer in Test (Emerging Careers) - Cary, NC Hybrid 

We're a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence - and questions into answers. 

If you're looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career with flexibility and a world-class employee experience, you'll find it here. We're recognized around the world for our inclusive, meaningful culture and innovative technologies by organizations like Fast Company, Forbes, Newsweek and more. 

About the job 

The Data Management team is looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test (Emerging Career) to develop and support robust quality engineering solutions. Your work empowers our team to continuously deliver enterprise grade software to production by engineering quality into our continuous delivery pipeline.

Our group is responsible for developing SAS Studio, which is a web-based product to analyze and provide insights into your data. You will work with the latest languages, technologies, and tools to ensure we deliver the highest quality product.

As a Software Development Engineer in Test (Emerging Career), you will: 

• Create and maintain high quality of test automation using modern development techniques and provide key data points to support metrics-based decision making
• Apply automated tests at every layer of the application stack, both inside and outside of the continuous delivery pipeline
• Produce and analyze metrics that illustrate the quality of our applications and develop insight that drives the direction of quality engineering
• Work collaboratively with development, management, and support peers to encourage quality, as a key design element in all work efforts
• Ensure all applicable security policies and processes are followed to support the organization's secure software development goals
• Embrace curiosity, passion, authenticity and accountability as these are our values and influence everything we do

Required qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related quantitative field
• Familiarity with multiple programming languages and proficiency in at least one (Python is preferred but not required)
• Familiar in state-of-the-art techniques, standards, and procedures for software test development
• Demonstrated ability to author, maintain and execute tests as part of a test automation framework
• Ability to understand the role of development, migration, security, and performance in the software development life cycle
• Equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered in place of the above qualifications

Additional competencies, knowledge and skills 

• Communication: Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Technology Savvy: Stay current with emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices, applying this knowledge to strengthen our platforms
• Collaboration: Ability to work independently as part of a team while mentoring younger team members
• Taking prompt action to accomplish work goals; taking action to achieve results beyond what is required; being proactive
• Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals
• Leveraging practical knowledge and understanding of recent technology tools to improve work results and solve business problems

World-class benefits  

Highlights include...

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental and vision plans.
• Medical plan options include:
  • PPO with low annual deductible and copays.
  • HDHP combined with a health savings account with a contribution from SAS (no access to on-site health care center).
• Onsite Health Care Center (HQ) that's free to employees and family members enrolled in the PPO plan. There's a pharmacy too Not local to HQ? The pharmacy will ship prescriptions for no additional charge
• An industry-leading 401k plan.
• Tuition Assistance Program and programs and resources to support your development
• Generous time away including vacation time, a variety of paid holidays, and our much-loved U.S. Winter Wellness Break between December 25 and January 1.
• Volunteer Time Off, parental leave and unlimited paid sick days.
• Generous childcare benefits for all full-time employees.

You are welcome here.

At SAS, it's not about fitting into our culture – it's about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our inclusive workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers.

Additional Information:

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. SAS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. Read more: Know Your Rights. 

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