Principal Test Engineer I - SDET I

At Zotec Partners, our People make it happen. Transforming the healthcare industry isn’t easy. But when you build a team like the one we have, that goal can become a reality. Our accomplishments can’t happen without our extraordinary people – the men and women across the country who make up our diverse Zotec family and help make this company a best place to work. Over 25 years ago, we started Zotec with a clear vision, to partner with physicians to simplify the business of healthcare. Today we are more than 900 employees strong and we continue to use our incredible talent and energy to bring that vision to life. We are a team of Innovators, Collaborators and Doers. .We’re seeking a Principal Test Engineer - SDET I to join us. The Principal Test Engineer - SDET I , working with their scrum team, will plan, design and execute both manual and automated functional, integration, performance and/or regression tests. In addition, this position will build and enhance an automation framework used as part of the team’s continuous integration environment. You’ll collaborate with enthusiastic, experienced professionals in an entrepreneurial and fun environment. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join an innovative, industry-shaping organization, you belong at Zotec Partners. Apply today! Technologies We Use: We use a variety of tools including Python-based performance tooling (Locust), distributed API load testing frameworks, Mabl, TestComplete, Selenium UI automation, API automation with Postman or REST libraries, Azure DevOps pipeline orchestration, GitHub, observability tooling, and modern developer productivity tools such as Cursor and Copilot. Key Responsibilities: Own end-to-end automation strategy across UI, API, integration, and performance test layers, including designing pipeline-driven automated test execution, and release readiness signals within Azure DevOps CI/CD workflows. Expand the automation capabilities of the broader Product Testing team by mentoring testers in modern automation practices, helping shift manual regression effort toward scalable automated coverage. Lead performance engineering strategy for web and distributed microservice systems, including design and execution of API load tests using tools such as Locust (Python), creation of distributed load test models, analysis of performance bottlenecks, and integration of performance test suites into CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps). Lead and mentor the Product Test team, providing technical guidance and upskilling in test design and automation. Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering leadership on framework decisions, tooling strategy, and system architecture. Champion adoption of modern testing tools, automation practices, and AI-driven testing approaches. Proficiency In: Design and implementation of multi-layered automation frameworks covering UI automation, API integration validation, service-level contract testing, and performance validation suites. Programming languages including Python, C#, and working knowledge of .NET frameworks. Database and query languages (SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL) for data validation and troubleshooting. Managing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub, Azure DevOps, or similar tools. Testing microservices, APIs, cloud-based web applications, and distributed systems. Familiarity With: Designing and executing distributed performance and load testing strategies for API-driven web applications, including scripting in Python (e.g., Locust), performance data analysis, and performance test integration into CI/CD pipelines. Accessibility tools (e.g., Axe) and browser extensions (Requestly, Tweak) for mocking/intercepting requests. Exploratory testing within agile sprints. Healthcare industry, HIPAA, or PCI compliance considerations (preferred). Who You Are: 10+ years of software testing experience, including 6+ years developing and maintaining automation frameworks. Previous experience in an SDET role, with demonstrated ownership of automation strategy, framework design, and scalable testing practices. 2+ years of software development experience. Proven leadership in driving test strategy, influencing engineering practices, and mentoring engineers. Strong understanding of testing philosophies, risk-based testing, and modern architectural best practices. Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams. Experience building automation for cloud-based and microservice applications. Strong organizational skills, with the ability to influence both engineering and executive leadership. Growth mindset and continuous learner who follows industry experts and contributes to testing community knowledge. Team Configuration: This role will work closely with a cross-functional scrum team. The Principal Test Engineer – SDET I will serve as a technical mentor to other testers and may provide leadership influence, though this role does not include direct reports. Other Ways You Can Contribute: Work with scrum teams to establish context-driven good software development and testing practices Being a great teammate and willing to coach others on test automation and improve test design Leverage and expand your experience with functional and load testing APIs and web UI Help us create, maintain and improve our automated testing frameworks Determine priorities for test automation to balance operational efficiency with sufficient test coverage How We Focus on Your Wellbeing: Paid time off (PTO) to balance a fulfilling work and personal life Health, dental and vision insurance Company paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability Money for your 401k Volunteerism support and charitable gift matching through the Zotec Effect program Tailored learning and professional development opportunities to help you grow your career in ways that matter to you Option to work from home At Zotec, you will enjoy a network of highly experienced professionals in an environment where you can operate with autonomy yet have the resources and backing of other professionals in a similar role. Entrepreneurial and enterprising is the spirit of our team. If you are an original thinker and opportunity seeker, we'd like to talk to you! Learn more about our organization, by visiting us at www.zotecpartners.com E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer