Description
Software QA Automation Engineer - Data ( Remote)

About this role...
In the Software QA Automation Engineer focused on data , you will work with the Data Engineering team in the State division, on the reliability and accuracy of the systems and data used within the computerized testing and reporting applications. You will review requirements , create test plans that effectively evaluate very complex system of applications, interfaces, and databases. This role will focus on building test automation for testing production data pipelines from ingestion to consumption using cloud data platforms (AWS, Snowflake, etc.).

Data Engineering projects operate under tight and critical deadlines and the Sr. Data Quality Engineer must be able to develop and execute testing to meet requirements, design specifications, and quality standards . This is a full-time opportunity with competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Candidates may work remotely from any location in the United States .

Your next challenge...

• Ensure data integrity by implementing quality assurance practices in support of data warehouse environments and ETL processes
• Automate validation of data ingestion, transformation, cleansing, and loading process
• Be a vocal champion for quality in every phase of the development process
• Collaborate with the engineering team members and business stakeholders to help analyze, debug, and resolve issues
• Develop repeatable testing routines through automation to expedite QA cycle

Traits for success...

• Demonstrated ability to follow through with all tasks, promises and commitments
• Ability to communicate and work effectively within priorities
• Ability to advocate ideas and to objectively participate in design critiques
• Ability to work under tight timelines in a fast-paced environment

Competencies...

• Communicate effectively : - develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Customer focus - build strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
• Drive results - consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances.
• Instills trust - gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

Education and experience...

• Minimum B.S. degree in computer science or a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered in lieu of a degree
• Experience working on data pipelines and using modern streaming and batch data processing frameworks and tools
• Experience with test automation frameworks and utilization of appropriate test methodologies and tools for testing
• Solid experience in writing SQL queries
• Good knowledge in ETL and cloud data warehouses like Redshift, Snowflake
• Experience working in Agile development process
• Exposure to Python a plus

About NWEA...
NWEA® is a research-based, not-for-profit organization that supports students and educators worldwide by creating assessment solutions that precisely measure growth and proficiency-and provide timely data to help tailor instruction. For more than 40 years, NWEA has developed innovative pre-K-12 assessments, including our flagship interim assessment, MAP® Growth™; our progress monitoring and skills mastery tool, MAP® Skills™; and our reading fluency and comprehension assessment, MAP® Reading Fluency™. Educators trust our professional learning offerings to accelerate student learning and our research to support assessment validity and data interpretation. More than 11 million students in 146 countries use our solutions to support their learning and growth each year.

What we can offer you....
At NWEA we not only offer a competitive base salary, we offer a 15% contribution of eligible employees' base salary to a defined contribution 403(b) retirement savings plan; career development opportunities; an awesome work culture and environment; we also offer industry leading benefits and perks that are focused on supporting our employees' holistic wellbeing. To learn more about what we can offer more, click here.

NWEA strives to make diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) practices the center of our work. Our organization's mission, Partnering to Help All Kids Learn, is the foundation for our DEIA commitment as we work to reflect, value, and support the educators, students, colleagues, and communities we serve. We seek to empower and engage all stakeholders in the research, services, solutions, and products we provide, our organizational culture, and the partnerships we establish with schools, districts, states, and countries.

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NWEA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please visit our website. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please visit the EEOC website