Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) – Deployment Engineering Solutions at Mattermost

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Defense, SecurityIndustries

Requirements

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in automated and manual testing of modern web applications
  • Proficiency with Playwright or similar E2E automation tools (e.g., Cypress, Selenium)
  • Solid understanding of QA processes, including test planning, execution, and reporting
  • Ability to assess technical changes and create effective unit and integration test strategies
  • Experience working within cross-functional engineering teams in agile environments
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills
  • For U.S. candidates: U.S. citizenship and eligibility for U.S. government security clearance and access to export-controlled information (EAR and ITAR)

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain manual test plans and automation suites for plugins and specialized solutions
  • Implement end-to-end tests using Playwright, covering real-world workflows and user interactions
  • Validate unit-level functionality and contribute to automated test coverage in CI pipelines
  • Perform manual testing of new features, regression testing for releases, and validation of bug fixes
  • Review pull requests for QA implications and test coverage, and execute test cases accordingly
  • File clear, detailed, and reproducible bug reports using GitHub and collaborate on resolution
  • Participate in team standups and planning sessions to define QA scope and ensure alignment
  • Help define and document the QA process, best practices, and future improvement areas

Skills

SDET
Playwright
QA
Test Automation
Unit Testing
End-to-End Testing
CI Pipelines
Manual Testing
Test Plans
Regression Testing

Mattermost

Secure collaboration platform for technical teams

About Mattermost

Mattermost provides a secure collaboration hub specifically designed for technical teams. Its platform allows users to communicate in real-time, share files and code snippets, and automate workflows, all while maintaining a high level of security and control over data. Users can customize the platform to fit their needs and deploy it in various environments. Mattermost integrates with essential tools like GitHub and GitLab, enabling teams to streamline their workflows within a single interface. Unlike many competitors, Mattermost offers both premium features, such as advanced compliance and admin controls, and an open-source version, allowing for greater flexibility and customization. The company's goal is to enhance productivity and security for teams working in complex operational settings.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$68.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Fully remote work
Office setup fund
Coworking space stipend
Internet and mobile phone reimbursement
401k
Unlimited vacation
Family & friends days
Async weeks
Health benefits
Global and regional team meetups
Open source Fridays
Community hackathons and events

Risks

Emerging open-source platforms may offer similar features at lower costs.
AI-driven tools could outpace Mattermost's current feature set.
Security vulnerabilities in open-source platforms may increase scrutiny on Mattermost.

Differentiation

Mattermost offers a secure, open-source platform for technical team collaboration.
The platform supports real-time communication and workflow automation for agile development.
Mattermost provides flexible integrations with tools like GitHub and ServiceNow.

Upsides

Rising demand for remote collaboration tools boosts Mattermost's market potential.
Emphasis on cybersecurity increases the appeal of Mattermost's secure platform.
Growth in open-source software market expands Mattermost's community and contributor base.

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