Software Test, Engineer II

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Software Test, Engineer II

R-01374914

Tewksbury, MA

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
Join our team at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Software Test Engineer II and contribute to ensuring the quality and reliability of our advanced software solutions. You'll work on sophisticated applications that control our analytical instruments, including mass spectrometers, electron microscopes, and other advanced scientific equipment. As part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, you'll work with developers, scientists, and stakeholders to validate software that enables groundbreaking research and innovation. Your work will directly impact scientific discoveries in fields like cancer research, drug development, and semiconductor manufacturing.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Advanced Degree with no prior experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of experience in software testing, with emphasis on automated testing
• Preferred Fields of Study: Computer Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Bioinformatics, or related technical/scientific field
• ISTQB certification preferred, particularly Test Automation Engineer certification
• Strong proficiency in test automation tools and frameworks (TestComplete, Selenium, Robot Framework, or similar)
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub)
• Programming/Scripting skills in one or more languages: Python, C#, JavaScript, Java
• Experience with agile methodologies and tools (JIRA, TestRail)
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies and best practices
• Experience with API testing and test management systems

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
• Ability to write clear, comprehensive test plans, cases, and documentation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Experience working in cross-functional, global teams
• Knowledge of Windows operating systems, Virtual Machine, Linux environment and IT fundamentals

• Geed experience with Software release processes and ECN/ECO
• Ability to identify, reproduce, and clearly document software defects
• Understanding of scientific principles and laboratory workflows
• Experience with performance testing and automation frameworks

• Experience with using AI in daily tasks (ChatGPT, Codex, Copilot)
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus
• Knowledge of database systems and SQL
• Travel may be required up to 20%

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $72,800.00–$109,250.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

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