Software Engineer in Test III

Overview
As a Senior Software Engineer in Test III on the Tools and Frameworks team at Fanatics Betting & Gaming (FBG), you will be at the forefront of developing technologies that define a premier development experience for our backend engineers. This role places you at the heart of our engineering ecosystem, where you'll architect and refine the tools and frameworks that significantly boost the efficiency and effectiveness of our development processes

In this role, your contributions will be less about writing test automation scripts and more focused on crafting high-impact tools, solutions, and frameworks that elevate the productivity and creativity of our engineering teams. Your work will not only enhance the developer experience but also have a tangible impact on the pace and quality of FBG's product offerings.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a cutting-edge automation infrastructure that elevates our continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) capabilities.
• Lead the development and integration of test automation, focusing on the engineering side to improve system architectures and design decisions, with a direct impact on operational efficiency and customer experience.
• Engage in collaborative efforts with the Product team and fellow engineers to architect scalable and reliable automation frameworks and tools for web, mobile, API, emphasizing engineering solutions.
• Create bespoke tools and solutions that empower FBG to tackle complex challenges autonomously, fostering a culture of self-sufficiency and innovation within the team
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships across the Engineering department, showcasing and leveraging metrics and engineering activities to drive decisions.
• Offer mentorship and advanced technical direction within the Engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Be open to occasional travel for participation in events and strategic meetings across various Fanatics Betting & Gaming locations, facilitating broader collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Leverage data and internal feedback to inform and guide strategic decisions that streamline our release cycles, ensuring rapid yet stable deployments across our platforms.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a relevant technical role, with a robust technical foundation and a track record of success.
• Proficiency in one or more languages such as Java, Javascript, or Python, with a strong emphasis on developing frameworks, tools, services, and working with physical devices.
• Demonstrated expertise in architecting, supporting, and enhancing tools and  frameworks within continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) environments, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Comprehensive knowledge of test and dev  infrastructure, pipelines, and the ability to innovate within these domains.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams, driving the adoption of tools and practices that strike a balance between maintaining high quality and enhancing productivity.
• A results-driven approach, guided by data and comfortable tackling ambiguous or undefined challenges.
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies, showcasing a flexible and adaptive work style.
• Experience with or a keen interest in working on distributed systems and API design, particularly in the context of scaling automation within a CI/CD pipeline.
• Ability to work on projects ranging in scale from single-threaded applications to entire clusters, demonstrating versatility and depth in technical problem-solving.
• A strong desire to engage in cross-functional collaboration with design, product, engineering, and DevOps teams, contributing to a cohesive and integrated development process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of best practices & methodologies for Testing, Automation, and DevOps.
• Proven track record in leading projects independently with minimal supervision.
• Positive, flexible attitude, and a willingness to embrace new initiatives.
• Previous experience in the betting and gaming industry is advantageous but not required.

Ready to build the future of sports betting? If you possess some of these skills but not all of them, we still encourage you to apply!

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