Engineer Automation Quality

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

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***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

The Engineer Automation Quality works more independently, designing, developing, and maintaining moderately complex automated test scripts to validate the functionality of software applications. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution of our quality assurance strategies.

What You Will Do:

• Design and development of moderately complex automated test scripts.
• Execute moderately complex automated test cases and report results.
• Identify, document and track independently, software defects to resolution using defect tracking tools like JIRA.
• Provide strong documentation for test cases, test results, and defects that are clear and concise.
• Collaborate with the software engineering team to gain a strong understanding of application functionality and testing requirements.
• Maintain and update moderately complex, existing automated test scripts. Ensure that automated tests are up-to-date with the latest application changes and enhancements.
• Follow and make recommendations regarding automation best practices.
• Provide guidance to associate automation quality engineers, helping them improve their skills and gain a better understanding of automation.
• May be required to do manual testing when needed.

What You Will Bring:

• 3-5 years overall testing experience​ with 2-3 years automation testing experience or equivalent automation training
• Proficiency in Python programming language (Core concepts) required
• Strong understanding of and experience with requirement analysis is required
• Strong experience with automation testing tools (e.g. Collibra DQ, Karate, JUnit, TestNG) along with debugging skills is a must.
• Experience in using version control systems (e.g., Git) required.
• Knowledge of BDD frameworks
• Hands on experience with SQL and database testing required.
• Experience in using JIRA or similar management tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong ability to analyze test results and identify issues required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred
• Proficiency in design and estimation techniques is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills preferred.
• Good knowledge of continuous integration tools (e.g., Jenkins) a plus.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies desired.
• Experience in UI/API functional testing is helpful.

What Will Set You Apart:

• AWS or Python Certification
• Experience creating Unit testing frameworks using Python

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) –  BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

Base Salary Range

$72,200.00 - $101,975.00

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer •  Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. 

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

Job Posting End Date at 12:01 am on:

09-30-2026

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