We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with strong Java backend experience to design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks for distributed systems. This role focuses on backend services, API automation, CI/CD integration, and release management, working closely with engineering and DevOps teams to ensure production-ready software.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop Java-based automated test frameworks for backend services and APIs
Build and maintain automated API, integration, and end-to-end tests
Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and enforce quality gates
Partner with engineering and DevOps teams on release management and deployment readiness
Validate systems running in AWS environments, including distributed and cloud-native architectures
Maintain test data, environments, and automation tooling
Diagnose failures across test, build, and deployment pipelines and collaborate on fixes
Advocate for automation-first practices and system-level quality engineering
Required Experience & Skills
Strong hands-on experience with Java
Experience testing backend services and APIs (REST, JSON)
Experience with Maven and Java build tooling
Solid experience working with CI/CD pipelines
Experience with applications deployed on AWS
Background in test automation for backend or platform systems
Experience working in Agile / DevOps environments
Nice to Have
Experience with Python for test automation or tooling
Familiarity with Spring Boot applications
Experience with GitLab CI or similar CI tools
Experience testing Kafka or event-driven systems
Exposure to microservices and distributed architectures
The base salary range is - $150,000-$185,000
Placement within the range provided above is based on the individual’s relevant experience and skills for the role and level.
Base salary is only one component of our total compensation package. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, which is determined upon company and individual performance.
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Lab49/ION is committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive environment for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We respect the varied identities, abilities, cultures, and traditions of the individuals who comprise our organization and recognize the value that different backgrounds and points of view bring to our business.
Lab49/ION adheres to an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor.
