Software Engineer in Test (Remote Opportunity)

DescriptionCan you develop, execute, and maintain automation test scripts?

Are you a self-motivated person with a passion for technology and automation?

Do you possess at least three years of experience with Automation?

Do you have experience in Agile Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment?

If you said yes to these questions and you enjoy working independently as well as in a highly collaborative team environment, we’d like to hear from you!The Agriculture industry is thriving on the use of advancements in Technology.

Farmers can now control and gather information from equipment like tractors, applicators, satellites, drones, and field sensors remotely and in “real-time” using PCs, Tablets, and smartphones.

And the data obtained from sources like farm and geospatial analysis provides the ability to predict outcomes and make recommendations like never before.Our new product
– AgVerdict
– accomplishes this and more, utilizing the latest and greatest technology
– empowering farmers to raise their crops more efficiently while generating the most revenue sustainably.For nearly a century, Wilbur-Ellis has experienced success and growth in marketing and distributing agricultural products and services.

Join us and grow your career with a strong and profitable industry leader offering competitive compensation, tremendous growth and development opportunities, and a people-first work environment.

Come grow with us!General Purpose and Scope of Position: Wilbur-Ellis is seeking a passionate Test Automation Engineer who will partner with and work closely with the software engineers to ensure our new UI/UX project is automated.

This position requires excellent communication skills, collaboration, as well as technical skills.

It requires ideal candidates to be able to develop test automation scripts, has a solid record of planning, designing, and conducting automation review and inspectionResponsibilities Include:Experience writing programs and utilizing coding skillsDevelop, execute, and maintain automation test scriptsDevelops strategies for improving test processes and recommends to managementResearch new testing tools and techniques and/or develop new testing tools and methodologies as appropriateLog, manage, and retest defects in the bug tracking systemDemonstrates a broad understanding of the applications and technical architecturesUnderstand and compose feature specifications and create test suits for all product components focusing on UI and usability across multiple devices (desktop & mobile)Stays abreast of industry best practicesRegular, dependable attendance and punctualityQualifications/Experience:BA / BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field3+ years of professional experience as an Automation EngineerExperience in Agile Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment is a plusHas experience with structuring the automation testing plans on multiple projects and technology platforms, estimating schedules, resources, and dependencies.

(Preferred but not mandatory)Experience with automation frameworks such as Selenium WebDriver, Protractor, and Cypress is preferredFamiliarity with fundamentals of Object-Oriented Programming Languages like C#, JavaScript, TypeScript.Familiarity with the basics of web development (HTML 5/CSS 3/Angular 4.0) is a bonusKnowledge of Rest based web services is a plusExperience with SQL queries /PostgreSQL database with GIS knowledge plusExperience with continuous integration tools such as Jenkins/BambooExperience with code versioning and management, including GitExperience with automated testing types, tools, and techniquesKey Attributes:Excellent verbal and written communication skillsSelf-starting, self-motivated, independent, and proactiveAbility to operate effectively both independently as well as within a teamExperience working in a team-oriented environmentCompensation and Benefits:Competitive salary (to be determined based on experience and other factors)Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, Employee Assistance Program, vacation, sick time, life insurance, + more); Pension Plan, 401k match up to 3%Drug-Free WorkplaceIf you are currently a Wilbur-Ellis employee, please notify your Manager prior to applying for this position.

Thank you!COMPANY CULTUREWilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employerWilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed, and specialty chemicals, and food ingredients.

A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.Wilbur-Ellis is for and about peopleWilbur-Ellis has enjoyedover ninety-five years of success and growth, all thanks to our people.

Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry’s best workforceWilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities.

And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.supportsupportsupportsupportsupportsupportsupportsupportsupportsupport systemsystemsystemsystemsystemsystemsystemsystemsystemescalateescalateescalateescalateescalateescalate technicaltechnicaltechnicaltechnicaltechnicaltechnicaltechnical functionalfunctionalfunctionalfunctionalfunctionalfunctionalanalystanalystanalystanalystanalystanalystanalystEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

41 CFR 60-1.35(c)Wilbur-Ellis Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer