Software Test Engineer

Job Description Insight Global is looking for a Software Test Engineer to build and maintain a comprehensive test infrastructure for our software defined networking (SDN) platform. This position allows for a hybrid enviornment with 3 days being worked onsite in Carlsbad, CA. In this role, youu2019ll work closely with both backend and frontend engineers to design automated tests, simulate real-world networking scenarios, and ensure reliability from the kernel to the UI. What Youu2019ll Do -u2003Design and implement automated test frameworks across the stack (frontend, backend, networking, and infrastructure). -u2003Write and maintain integration, E2E, and system-level tests using tools like Pytest, Jest, and Cypress. -u2003Test APIs (REST and gRPC) for functionality, security, and performance. -u2003Build and run test scenarios for networking features (e.g. NAT, firewalls, VPN tunnels, VRFs). -u2003Build and execute test plans in HIL environments to validate software on real hardware. -u2003Work with PostgreSQL and SQLite to seed test data, assert correctness, and validate migrations. -u2003Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Jenkins. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: Skills and Requirements -u20034+ years of experience in test automation or software quality roles, ideally with exposure to both frontend and backend testing. -u2003Strong programming skills in Python and TypeScript. -u2003Hands-on experience with networking testing tools and debugging traffic behavior. -u2003Experience with test frameworks such as Pytest, Jest, and Cypress. -u2003Familiarity with REST and gRPC API testing. -u2003Experience testing web UIs built with React/Next.js. -u2003Ability to set up and validate cloud infrastructure (e.g. AWS EC2, VPC) and simulate real-world scenarios. -u2003Familiar with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated build/test workflows.

Created: 2025-09-26