Software Development Engineer In Test (Sdet)

Plano, TX | Hybrid

Toyota Connected's Labs team is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test with experience in Test Automation to be a part of a highly talented engineering team, creating new products and services from the ground up for the next generation connected vehicles. We are looking for team members who are creative problem solvers passionate about new technologies, eager to wear multiple hats in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and expand automated test infrastructure of an embedded software product
• Partner with developers to create, maintain and execute automated integration and functional tests
• Translate user stories into test scenarios and cases and provide feedback to ensure testability of all stories
• Create and execute story validation tests in an Agile environment
• Work with Product owners and users to create and execute user tests
• Ensure functionality remains consistent across multiple spoken languages

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of software engineering experience creating and executing automated tests
• Experience working with Linux based systems
• Experience testing back-end services and/or APIs
• Experience with a scripting language (Python, Ruby, JavaScript, PHP, Bash, or Powershell)
• Experience with a strongly-typed programming language (Rust, Go, C, C++, C#, Java, or Python)
• Experience with test automation and an automation framework
• Experience with CI/CD and updating build pipelines and pipeline tasks
• Experience in estimation, prioritization, and planning/coordination of testing activities in an Agile environment
• Familiar with systems like Jira or similar for tracking purposes and ensuring traceability among test cases, code, and requirements
• You are not afraid to spend time performing manual tests yet have the urge to automate those as efficiently as possible
• Hands on experience applying current best practices and principles in Software Development
• Demonstrates problem-solving, troubleshooting, decision making skills
• Solutions-oriented with an ability to keep an open mind while finding agreeable solutions
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to develop healthy working relationships and collaborate with peers and leaders
• Exhibits integrity and high standards in work quality
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Values diversity and differences amongst individuals in interactions

Added Bonus if you have:

• Experience using Cucumber BDD framework
• Experience working with embedded systems
• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes
• Experience with Rust or Go
• We think the knowledge acquired earning a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science would be of great value in this position, but if you're smart and have the experience that backs up your abilities, for us, talent trumps degree every time

Excited about this opportunity, but don't meet 100% of the qualifications? We'd still love for you to apply! Toyota Connected is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. You may just be the right candidate for this or other Toyota Connected opportunities.

Location:

This position is based in Plano, Texas. Toyota Connected encourages all employees to live within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned work location for Hybrid work. 

To save time applying, Toyota Connected does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position currently.

What's in it for you?

In addition to an excellent compensation and benefits package, you'll also receive:

• A Career Path that allows you to take your career to the next level.
• Annual $2,500 Training Budget to help you grow and develop your professional skills.
• Unlimited time off and flexibility for a great work-life balance. At TC you'll be treated like the professional we know you are and left to manage your own time and workload.
• Home office stipend of $1,000 to help furnish an ergonomic remote office.
• Four months of paid parental leave. We want new moms and dads to have an opportunity to bond with their new little bundles of joy.
• Adoption Assistance of $5,000 for regular adoptions or $6,000 for special needs. We know adoption costs can add up, and we want to help.
• 401(k) with generous company match that is fully vested day one.
• Toyota and Lexus vehicle discounts to allow you to drive in style.
• Generous vehicle allowance for new and leased Toyota and Lexus vehicles. Scratch that vehicle payment off your monthly bills!
• Annual Patent-a-thons and Hackathons to embrace your superior creative thinking ability.
• Annual Wellness Stipend of $1000 to help balance your overall mental and physical health.
• Free catered lunches when working onsite. We try to keep it healthy, but Fridays are "cheat" days, so you can get your carbs on!
• Two fully stocked Nespresso bars for your coffee and tea fixes.
• No dress code! Come as you are. We know the smart people we hire don't need to be told what to wear.
• Free covered garage parking to shield your vehicle from those sneaky storms and to protect your buns from the Texas sun.

Who Are We?

Toyota Connected was established in 2016 to infuse the power of big data and cloud intelligence into all aspects of the mobility experience so that driving a Toyota or Lexus is more personal, intuitive, and safe. We create and enable technologies that delight, simplify, and connect the lives of those who use our products. We believe this mobility revolution will empower our customers to use their vehicles in an array of exciting new ways. We support, celebrate, and thrive on the opportunity to provide Mobility for All.
Making a connected life a more human experience takes humans from all walks of life. Toyota Connected celebrates and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces you.

We are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive hiring process by providing reasonable accommodations as necessary for persons with disabilities or those affected by pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions. If you need to request an accommodation, please reach out to your Recruiter who will connect you with an HR Business Partner to discuss your requested accommodation. We only share the candidate information obtained through this process as necessary to fulfill our reasonable accommodation obligations and strive to create an unbiased and equitable experience for all.