job summary: Our client in Dallas is looking for a Software Engineer with Python experience to join their team! This is a very exciting opportunity for someone who is interested in extremely long term contract work in the north Dallas area! You will be joining a small team building out a test automation framework in Python and Java to test both software and hardware devices. If you have at least 3 years of Python development experience - please apply! location: Dallas, Texas job type: Contract salary: $49 - 53 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: 12 Month Contract - likely to extend On site 5 Days/Week per TI requirements C2C Ok About the role This is a unique opportunity to join a team that develops test automation frameworks for calculators and software solutions in the education technology space. The ideal candidate would have a strong background in software development and testing in multiple platforms and technologies. We're searching for a proactive problem solver and innovative thinker who will deliver solutions that align with business priorities and flexible when priorities change. This engineer must have the ability to thrive in an agile environment that values respect, commitment, collaboration, support and knowledge sharing. Responsibilities include: Actively participate in all stages of automation framework development lifecycle, including planning, requirements definition, design, implementation, test, documentation and maintenanceLearn and understand automation team priorities and how these relate to the larger organization's overall prioritiesLearn and understand the needs of the team's internal customers; ensure that the automation solutions provided meet their immediate goalsIdentify and communicate the choices and risks for different design solutions of automation features; document and communicate dependencies and assumptionsTrain and mentor stakeholders in the use of tools and automation frameworksLook for new opportunities to utilize software development best practices including continuous testing, utilizing virtual machines, using design patterns and increasing unit test coverage of automation frameworks and librariesReview implemented code and proposed designs from other team members with maintainable, effective and efficient solutions as the goalSet development strategies and processes/procedures to continue improving the development practices on the teamFind new and innovative approaches to test automation; continually evolve the solution to maximize maintainability, efficiency and accessibility of the toolchain Minimum requirements: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field5 years of professional experience as a software engineer designing, developing and maintaining software, including at least 2 years of experience as a software engineer in test automationAdvanced programming expertise in Java or Python, preferably bothExperience with source control tools and processes in an environment where multiple software developers contribute and review code changesstrong interest and experience in software testing, including but not limited to unit testing and API testingAbility to review and contribute to technical documentation, including requirements specifications and design documentsAbility to quickly become proficient with various tools, including test management systems, test automation frameworks and project management and bug tracking systems Preferred qualifications: Experience and comfort in working on both PC and MacExperience working within an Agile environmentExperience with keyword-driven test automationExcellent collaboration skills for working in a cross-functional, multi-site team environmentCritical thinker, analytical, problem solver, curious, persistent and meticulousAptitude for finding, reproducing and debugging system defectsKnowledge of industry-standard software test approaches Please consider the following additional questions when screening candidates: "Please describe a Java library that you have created or code that you have contributed to a Java library ---------------- This resource will be working on an internal custom automation framework The ideal candidate is someone who has assisted in building out a test automation framework in an Open Source environment. Must have worked with Object Oriented languages - Java and python are the 2 languages they use. Product being supported is web-based (primarily in python and Java - on robot framework - and it has LOTS of libraries built on it) qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 5 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors (required) skills: Java (5 years of experience is preferred)Python (5 years of experience is preferred) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.