Sr. Software Development Engineer (SDET) @ First American Financial Corporation - Santa Ana, CA

Job Overview

2 months ago

Sr. Software Development Engineer (SDET)

First American Financial Corporation - Santa Ana, CA

Company Summary

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for seven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

Job Summary

The Software Development Engineer in Test works with product analysts, and software engineers to understand features and technical implementations. Has knowledge of software engineering practices including continuous integration, configuration management, build optimization, build automation, and deployment. The candidate drives software architecture to be focused on test automation and is familiar with multiple test automation frameworks.

Essential Functions

  • Designs, codes, tests, debugs, and documents apps/tools/test automation/load testing framework used to run and analyze tests (Using C, C#, VB.NET, JavaScript, and Python)
  • Performs mid-scale load tests and analyzing results
  • Makes and implements recommendations for performance improvement on both the application side, and the test automation/framework side
  • Provides feedback on the schedule, quality, and stability of any/all releases
  • Develops, reviews, and executes test plans
  • Oversees test plan execution of junior team members
  • Review application code to determine best testing approach
  • Review code created by other team members
  • Estimation of level of effort for project tasks
  • Required to perform duties outside of normal work hours based on business needs.


Knowledge and Skills/Technology Used

  • Expert knowledge of the (SDLC) Software Development Lifecycle
  • Expert knowledge of QA process: different levels, types and methods of testing: unit, integration, system and acceptance, functional, regression and performance, black, grey and white box
  • Strong knowledge of APM (Application Performance Management) tools & SDLC integration
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Actively designs, codes, tests, debugs, and documents apps/tools/test automation, knowledge of 2+ programming languages to an intermediate/expert level. (C, C#, VB.NET, JavaScript, Python)
  • Pluses:
  • Knowledge of multiple load test tools and frameworks
  • DB administration knowledge
  • Practical application and/or IT Infrastructure Architecture knowledge including, but not limited to: servers, networking, storage (clustering, load balancing, switches, routers, firewalls, SAN, NAS, DAS)
  • Experience working with commercial software applications, or mid-to-large scale websites (1-5k+ users)
  • Practical knowlege of ITIL and/or CMMi/TMMi


Typical Education

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience


Typical Range of Experience

Pay Range: $87,950 - $135,300 annually

This hiring range is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the salary range of possible compensation at the time of the posting, and is subject to change. The actual compensation offered will be determined by various factors, which may include a candidate’s education, training, experience, and geographic location.

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First American invests in its employees' development and well-being, empowers them to provide superior customer service and encourages them to serve the communities where they live and work. First American is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.

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