Software Engineer in Test - Mobile

$72,700 - $176,000/Yr

PayPal India Private Limited - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - San Jose, CA

About the position

The Senior Staff Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) at PayPal is responsible for leading software testing initiatives, developing innovative testing strategies, and ensuring best practices are followed across all testing phases. This role combines technical expertise, leadership, and project management to drive quality and efficiency in software development through automated testing, particularly focusing on mobile applications.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the overall testing strategy and methodologies for the organization, ensuring alignment with business objectives and software development goals.
• Lead the design and development of advanced automated testing frameworks and tools that can scale and adapt to various projects and technologies.
• Collaborate with engineering leadership to integrate quality assurance processes early in the software development lifecycle.
• Drive the adoption of CI/CD practices, ensuring automated tests are efficiently integrated and executed in deployment pipelines.
• Serve as a thought leader in software testing, mentoring and guiding SDET and QE teams, and fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
• Conduct research on emerging technologies, tools, and processes in software testing; evaluate and recommend their adoption to keep the organization at the forefront of quality assurance practices.
• Oversee and manage complex testing projects, coordinating with multiple teams to ensure timelines, budgets, and quality targets are met.
• Lead root cause analysis for complex bugs and issues, working with development teams to ensure long-term solutions are implemented.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in software development and testing, with a significant focus on test automation and quality assurance strategy.
• At least 3+ years of experience in Android and/or iOS Testing.
• Expertise in multiple programming languages and automation frameworks.
• Demonstrated leadership in designing and implementing testing strategies and automation solutions on a large scale.
• Strong project management skills and experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and mentoring abilities.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Employee shares options
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Annual performance bonus
• Equity compensation