Quality Engineer / SDET
Who we are
We are an organisation that exists to drive progress. That's the “red thread” that connects everyone at The Economist Group (TEG). Our businesses share a devotion to innovation, independence and rigour in their fields of expertise. We empower people to understand and tackle the critical challenges and changes facing the world. Our analytical rigour, global expertise and evidence-based insights enable individuals and organisations to make sense of these shifts and chart a course through them.
We deliver analysis and insights in many formats to subscribers and clients in 170 countries through our four businesses, The Economist, Economist Impact, Economist Intelligence and Economist Education, which uphold our global reputation for excellence and integrity.
The Economist is the leading source of analysis on international business and world affairs. We deliver our information through a range of formats, from newspapers and magazines to conferences and electronic services.
We are looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDeT) within The Economist Group.
The successful candidate will support the team in:
- test automation
- testing standards
- quality standards
Accountabilities:
How you will contribute
- You will be responsible for supporting all test automation activities
- You will collaborate with your stakeholders to ensure test automation is executed as per the strategy
- You will support monitoring test coverage of all test automation activities
- You will collaborate with stakeholders to help define functional and non-functional test requirements
- You will help define ways to improve testing to continue to enable a shift left approach
Experience, Skills & Professional Attributes
The ideal skills for this role include
- You have a solid understanding of the test pyramid
- You have experience in test automation for different types of tests
- You have programming experience for use in test automation frameworks
- You have basic experience with integrating tests into CI/CD
- You have basic experience of the pros and cons of what tests to run and where in CI/CD
- You have basic experience in using tools to report test results
- You are a great communicator
Working Arrangements
The majority of our roles operate on a hybrid working pattern, with 3+ days office attendance required.
AI usage for your application
We are an innovative organisation that encourages the use of technology. We recognise that candidates may utilise AI tools to support with their job application process. However, it is essential that all information you provide truthfully and accurately reflects your own experience, skills, and qualifications.
What we offer
Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. It includes a highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan, private health insurance, and 24/7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program.
We also offer a range of lifestyle benefits, including our Work From Anywhere program, which allows you to work from any location where you have the legal right to do so for up to 25 days per year. In addition, we provide generous annual and parental leave, as well as dedicated days off for volunteering and even for moving home.
You will also be given free access to all The Economist content, including an online subscription, our range of apps, podcasts and more.
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