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Nelnet Velocity Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) (Internal) in Madison, Wisconsin
Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer, professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payments processor, renewable energy solutions, and K-12 and higher education expert. For over 40 years, Nelnet has been serving its customers, associates, and communities.
The perks of working at Nelnet go beyond our benefits package. When you join the Nelnet team, you're part of a community invested in the success of each individual. That support comes through in our work, as we are united by our mission of creating opportunities for people where they live, learn, and work.
Nelnet believes in a hybrid work environment that accommodates both in-office and remote work. This model promotes a positive work-life balance and culture, enabling in-person collaboration when possible while also providing benefits associated with remote work. The standard hybrid work schedule includes 24 hours of in-office work each week, for associates that reside within 30 miles of an office. This is subject to change, based on manager discretion.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborate with QA Architect to understand QA strategy and implement testing frameworks and automated tests.
Develop and maintain high-quality automation code for various types of testing (performance, security, integration, regression).
Create, execute, and maintain automated test scripts to validate the functional integrity and performance of software products.
Contribute to continuous integration (CI) and continuous deployment (CD) pipelines, ensuring that automated tests are seamlessly integrated.
Work alongside the development teams to build testable and high-quality code, participating in code reviews and design sessions.
Diagnose issues and bugs, providing detailed input to development teams to ensure timely resolutions.
Advocate for testability during the software design and implementation phases, driving best practices in SDET and QA methodologies.
Utilize cloud platforms for testing and leverage cloud-specific tools to enhance testing processes.
Participate in the creation and maintenance of test data and environments.
Provide input for system performance, scalability, and reliability from a testing perspective.
Stay updated with the latest trends in software testing and engineering and share insights with the team for continuous improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in quality assurance with a strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
Demonstrated experience testing large-scale software systems.
Expertise in automated testing tools and scripting languages.
Proficiency in automated testing frameworks and tools suitable for cloud applications.
Knowledge of cloud security best practices and familiarity with compliance frameworks.
Familiarity with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) practices.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate quality strategies to team members.
Experience in performance and/or security testing is a plus.
Annual salary range $60,000 - $120,000, depending on experience.
Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: LINK (http://nelnetinc.com/careers/benefits/) .
Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.
Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net .
Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.
You may know Nelnet as the nation’s largest student loan servicer – but we do more than that. A lot more. We’re also a professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payment processor, renewable energy innovator, and K-12 and higher education expert (and that’s just a shortlist). For over 40 years, we’ve been serving our customers, associates, and communities to make dreams possible.
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