Job Description Summary

Job Description

We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

We are seeking an experienced Software Test Architect to join our dynamic team focused on testing and ensuring the quality of our Cloud Data & Analytics Platform. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in architecting and implementing robust testing strategies, frameworks, and processes to support the development and deployment of our cloud-based data solutions.

The Software Technology Solutions (STS) organization is BD’s global software innovation engine that enables smart connectivity, data driven insights across devices, with world class technology capabilities to make a difference in patient lives. In STS, we offer flexibility so you can successfully balance your work and personal responsibilities. We care about our associates and ensure we have servant leaders to help you grow your career, provide feedback and recognition, and empower you to show up every day as your authentic self. We are passionate about improving patient outcomes through agile delivery and developing innovative software. Armed with a growth mindset and a desire to want to do more, learn more, impact more, you are in a great position to join STS as a Staff Test Architect to help BD advance the world of health in ways you may never have imagined in your career. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect and design end-to-end testing strategies for our Cloud Data & Analytics Platform, ensuring comprehensive coverage of functional, performance, security, and reliability aspects.

• Collaborate with development, DevOps, and quality assurance teams to integrate testing processes seamlessly into the CI/CD pipeline.

• Develop and implement automated testing frameworks for REST APIs, data processing, data visualization components within the cloud platform.

• Define and enforce best practices for testing within a cloud-native environment, taking into consideration scalability, resilience, and security.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into effective test scenarios and cases.

• Lead efforts to identify and mitigate testing challenges related to distributed systems, data pipelines, and serverless modular architecture.

• Establish performance testing strategies for data-intensive applications and provide recommendations for optimization.

• Conduct code reviews and provide guidance on test automation best practices to the Development and test teams.

• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in cloud testing and data engineering.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Proven experience as a Software Test Architect or similar role with a focus on cloud-based data platforms.

• In-depth understanding of cloud computing concepts, particularly in platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

• Strong knowledge of data processing technologies, databases, and distributed systems.

• Experience with test automation tools and frameworks, such as Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, and Apache JMeter.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or Scala.

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with a keen attention to detail.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

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