About the role

Role Overview

Senior Software Engineer, SDET (Remote)

You will design, implement, and execute automated testing to ensure product quality across regression, performance, load, and scenario-based coverage.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and execute automated tests (regression, performance, load, and scenario coverage from manual test plans)
Analyze automated test results and communicate actionable insights and quality metrics to stakeholders
Collaborate with QA and development teams to identify gaps, file defects, and prioritize the automation backlog
Perform functional testing as needed to validate features and confirm automation accuracy
Improve test strategies, frameworks, and processes to enhance overall product quality
Apply automation expertise to support software design and development best practices (testability, scalability)
Diagnose complex issues using strong analytical/problem-solving skills and adapt to changing priorities
Mentor and train junior team members with technical guidance and QA best practices
Validate compliance with design specifications and quality standards
Document test plans, automation workflows/processes, and execution results
Stay current with emerging automation technologies and adopt those that add value
Investigate failed automated tests and customer-reported defects to improve robustness, efficiency, and coverage

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Software Engineering or related field
2–5 years of experience in software automation and testing
Strong test automation scripting and end-to-end automation practices (manual testing experience expected)
Strong experience with test automation for Microsoft-based services
Proficiency in at least one of: C#, .NET, or JavaScript
Practical automation framework experience: Selenium, WebdriverIO, Playwright, or similar
Functional understanding of Windows Server OS and relational databases (Oracle, or MSSQL Server) (plus)
API testing experience with Postman and source control (e.g., GitHub)

Nice to Haves

Exposure to AI for automation/functional testing
Hands-on experience with agentic/autonomous AI-based testing approaches
Working knowledge of Microsoft Azure DevOps and Microsoft Test Manager
Prior experience with Octave products

Location

Greater Houston area (Houston, Texas / Madison, Alabama listed) with Remote workplace type

About Octave

Octave provides mission-critical software for organizations to make informed decisions across the asset lifecycle: Design, Build, Operate, and Protect. The company focuses on performance, safety, and reliability, turning complex operational data into actionable intelligence for improved resilience and incident response.

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