Software Development Engineer In Test, Senior presso Blue Shield of California Group

In this role, you will be responsible for

         RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, Develop, and maintain automated test capabilities (test frameworks, processes, and tools) to be consumed by development teams in a self-serve fashion via the client’s Internal Developer Platform (IDP)
• Contribute to develop best practices for test-driven development (TDD) and testing throughout the SDLC (unit, component-level, integration, capacity, exploratory, etc.)
• Administer and support foundational test automation tools and platforms
• Work closely with cross-functional teams across all of IT to integrate automated testing practices into the software development lifecycle, driving and measuring adoption and utilization of the test frameworks
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and monitor test results.
• Continuously improve the adoption of test frameworks, efficiency, and reliability.
• Prepare and maintain detailed system diagrams, technical documentation and specifications for Test Frameworks as required and necessary to ensure and maintain consistently exceptional quality in our operations
• Consult, guide and assist users, developers, analysts, and leaders across all levels of the organization in leveraging the Internal Developer Platform
• Lead and assist in ensuring compliance with our solutions and the security of company data and assets

• Participate in sprint planning, design reviews, and retrospectives

  QUALIFICATIONS:

• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Requires 6+ years of professional experience serving as a technical expert in software development, testing and automation and thought leader in SDET role
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript; database knowledge/experience required
• Hands-on experience with test automation tools/libraries like Selenium, Playwright, Appium, Postman
• Experience with BDD/TDD frameworks
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, BitBucket, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies
• Preferably current MSFT AZ-400 and AZ-900 Certification or equivalent knowledge
• Experience with performance testing tools (LoadRunner, Azure Load Test), Accessibility Testing is a plus
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus
• Experience integrating Test Automation Frameworks with Cloud Orchestration Platforms like Sauce Labs, Browser Stack etc.
• Experience with Integrating AI in to Test Automation Workflows

About Stellarus and the Ascendiun Family of Companies

Stellarus, launched in January 2025, is designed to scale innovative healthcare solutions that support customers in creating a health care experience deserving of their family, friends, and neighbors.    
 
Stellarus is part of a family of organizations that is overseen by a nonprofit corporate entity named Ascendiun. The Ascendiun Family of Companies also includes Blue Shield of California and its subsidiary, Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan and Altais, a clinical services company. 

Stellarus’ vision is to empower its customers to create a healthcare experience that is worthy of their family, friends, and neighbors. Stellarus’ objective is to offer innovative, modern, scalable solutions that challenge the health care status quo. This very closely aligns with Blue Shield of California’s vision by using innovation to improve quality, affordability, and experience for members.   

To achieve our mission, we foster an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute fully to address the needs of the various communities we serve. We are committed to creating and maintaining a supportive workplace that upholds our values and advances our goals.

Our Values: 

At Stellarus, our core values of agility, trust, drive, courage and service shape our approach to developing innovative product offerings.

Our Workplace Model:

At Stellarus and the Ascendiun Family of Companies, we believe in fostering a workplace environment that balances purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility. As we continue to evolve our workplace model, our focus remains on creating spaces where our people can connect with purpose – whether working in the office or through a hybrid approach – by providing clear expectations while respecting the diverse needs of our workforce.

Two Ways of Working:

• Hybrid (Default): Work from a business unit-approved office at least two (2) times per month (for roles below Director-level) or once per week (for Director-level roles and above). Exceptions:

o   Member-facing and approved out-of-state roles remain remote.

o   Employees living more than 50 miles from their assigned offices are expected to work with their managers on a plan for periodic office visits.

o   For employees with medical conditions that may impact their ability to work in-office, we are committed to engaging in an interactive process and providing reasonable accommodations to ensure their work environment is conducive to their success and well-being.

• On-Site: Work from a business unit-approved office an average of four (4) or more days a week.

Physical Requirements:

Office Environment - roles involving part to full time schedule in Office Environment. Based in our physical offices and work from home office/deskwork - Activity level: Sedentary, frequency most of work day.

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classification protected by Federal, State and local laws.