Software Test Engineer 2

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?

At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Software Test Engineer 2:

Illumina is seeking a highly driven and talented software engineer in test to join the R&D organization, where we are developing novel informatics solutions for Illumina’s multi-omics technologies.  You will work with software engineers and bioinformatics scientists to assess, propose and develop test solution(s) for next-generation sequencing software.

Responsibilities:

• Work with software engineers and bioinformatics scientists to understand analysis algorithms and develop test solution(s).
• Create detailed test cases that cover various scenarios to validate software functionality, performance, and security.
• Conduct end-to-end testing of web application.
• Identify, report, and track defects, working closely with the development team to ensure timely resolution.
• Prepare necessary test artifacts required for formal software / product release
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and provide feedback on software quality.
• Contribute to the overall quality assurance process by participating in reviews, inspections, and audits.

All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, data science or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of SQA experience in cloud software testing is required.
• Domain Knowledge in molecular biology and hands on experience in bioinformatics tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, Continuous Testing, and related tools such as Git, Jenkins.
• Familiarity with automation testing tools such as Cypress, Playwright, or others is a plus.
• Experience writing verification plans, test cases, defects reports, executing & managing test cases using test cases management system and writing verification reports.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically to identify potential issues and provide solutions.

All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.