Software Development Engineer in Test - AI Driv...
@ New Balance

Sunset Hills, Missouri, United States
On Site
Full Time
Posted 4 days ago

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Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive community change. They innovate fearlessly guided by core values and challenge conventions.

Job Mission:

New Balance seeks a Quality Engineer with a passion for AI and modern testing practices to join one of their global eCommerce scrum teams. In this role, you'll work hands-on with an AI-driven test automation platform to validate digital commerce experiences and retail store tools.

Major Accountabilities:

  • Execute and maintain automated test suites using Selenium and an AI-driven platform.
  • Write test cases using Gherkin syntax in C# and JavaScript with tools like GitHub Copilot.
  • Perform AI-assisted exploratory testing to detect edge cases and regressions.
  • Utilize Applitools Eyes for visual validation across web and in-store experiences.
  • Collaborate with developers, product owners, and designers to create maintainable test scenarios.
  • Validate omni-channel workflows for eCommerce and retail systems.
  • Participate in agile ceremonies within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
  • Coordinate with Quality Engineers across scrum teams to ensure consistent quality standards.
  • Advocate for AI testing practices to enhance test design and automation.

Requirements for Success:

  • 5+ years of experience in software quality engineering or test automation.
  • Proficiency in C# and/or JavaScript.
  • Experience with Selenium, Gherkin, and BDD frameworks.
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted testing and exploratory techniques.
  • Experience using GitHub Copilot or similar AI-assisted tools.
  • Knowledge of visual testing tools such as Applitools Eyes.
  • Understanding of functional, integration, and end-to-end testing in omni-channel retail.
  • Ability to collaborate in a SAFe agile environment.
  • Excellent communication skills and a quality-first mindset.

Associate Benefits & Work Arrangement:

New Balance offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, lifestyle reimbursements, flexible work schedules, and a North American hybrid model with in-office days and limited work-from-anywhere weeks.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

New Balance provides equal opportunity for all associates regardless of race, gender, or other protected statuses.

Key skills/competency:

  • AI Testing
  • Automation
  • Selenium
  • Gherkin
  • C#
  • JavaScript
  • Applitools Eyes
  • SAFe
  • Exploratory Testing
  • Quality Engineering

How to Get Hired at New Balance

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Tailor your resume: Emphasize AI and testing skills.
  • Showcase relevant projects: Detail Selenium, C#, JavaScript experience.
  • Highlight agile experience: Mention SAFe and scrum contributions.
  • Prepare for technical interviews: Review AI-driven automation tools and frameworks.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Selenium automation frameworks.
Practice C# and JavaScript test coding.
Study AI-assisted testing tools usage.
Understand visual testing with Applitools Eyes.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time of challenging teamwork.
Explain how you handle tight deadlines.
Discuss conflict resolution in agile teams.
Share examples of proactive problem solving.

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