Lead Software Test Engineer

About the position

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play a vital role in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.

Responsibilities

• Led design and maintenance of scalable, reusable API automation frameworks in complex wireless environments
• Defined and implemented best practices for modular automation, enabling comprehensive end-to-end workflows
• Utilized REST Assured, Ready API, and similar tools for testing, validation, and improved automation coverage
• Integrated frameworks with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab) and supported Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices
• Mentored SDET team members, fostering skill growth and ensuring alignment with project goals and quality standards
• Collaborated with stakeholders to align automation strategies with business objectives and product roadmaps
• Drove innovation in automation approaches, continuously improving efficiency, reliability, and overall effectiveness

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
• 8+ years of experience in API test development using REST Assured or similar technologies
• 5+ years of experience in leading QA testing teams
• Experienced in Agile development environments with strong understanding of CI/CD processes and SDLC tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Git)
• Proficient in security protocols such as OAuth and SAML, with hands-on experience in code reviews and risk assessment techniques
• Deep understanding of microservices, APIs, API Gateways (e.g., Apigee), and documentation tools like Swagger/Swagger Hub
• Skilled in serverless architectures and technologies including AWS Lambda, Redis, SQS, and containerization with Docker & Kubernetes
• Strong grasp of modern architectural patterns such as Event Driven Architecture, message-based systems, and caching strategies
• Experience working with diverse databases including SQL Server, DynamoDB, MongoDB, and DocumentDB

Benefits

• Versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts
• HSA
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• ESPP
• Career opportunities
• Flexible time away plan