• Perform testing and configuration of various automations • Configure and operate various test tools and equipment (hardware and software) used in a lab environment • Engage in development of operator-level test plan, execution of test plan and validation of requirements, identification of issues and troubleshooting and documenting test results • Collaborate with hardware and software vendors to improve product quality & readiness • Engage with operators, equipment vendors, test equipment, and vendors during lab trials • Triage test issues for HW/Test versus platform • Perform debugging/QA on test results • Support wireless protocols • Perform automation of a bevy of manual tests into a suite • Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position

• Design, develop, and maintain automated tests for web and mobile UI, API, and data layers • Create and support a robust test automation framework • Write and maintain test automation documentation • Collaborate with the Product Manager to refine automation strategies • Participate in grooming sessions and provide input on feature feasibility • Recommend best practices for test automation approaches • Ensure high quality and reliability of product releases

• Build and maintain robust automation suites using Python and pytest • Convert manual/bash test plans into scalable, data-driven test frameworks (CSV/JSON/YAML) • Design selective execution strategy (tags, ranges, run flags, grouping/sharding) • Automate CLI command validation (exit codes, stdout/stderr expectations, failure semantics) • Integrate and maintain test execution in CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions or equivalent) • Validate container image hardening, scan outputs, and SBOM/RBOM generation across base distributions (Ubuntu, RHEL, Debian, Alpine) • Manage and improve test artifacts/reporting (.html, .log, .json) for fast triage • Troubleshoot environment/auth/configuration drift across runners and VMs • Maintain high-quality handover docs, runbooks, and troubleshooting guides • Partner with dev/platform teams to stabilize flaky tests and shorten feedback loops

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description At Abbott, we believe people with diabetes should have the freedom to enjoy active lives. That’s why we’re focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health more effectively and comfortably, with life-changing products that provide accurate data to drive better-informed decisions. We’re revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology. Our Diabetes division currently has an opportunity for a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test. - Complete software testing activities for user stories within the Agile SDLC by writing automated tests and contributing directly to automation coverage. - This role is almost entirely hands-on coding. - Review deliverables/activities identified in test plans for accuracy, consistency, completeness, and compliance. - Write additional automated tests as needed to ensure full coverage for every release. - Develop and Optimize Automation Scripts and Frameworks: - Design, code, and maintain automation scripts and frameworks using Python (or another modern programming language). - Work with automation tools such as Appium, Selenium, and Robot. - Spend the majority of your day writing code and building scalable automation solutions. - Automation of Testing Processes: - Build automated frameworks for unit, integration, UI, and mobile testing. - Perform exploratory testing only as needed to inform automation. - Create test datasets and execute automated test suites to ensure high-quality releases. - Automation Solutions Customization: - Adapt automation frameworks to meet regulatory and product-specific requirements in the medical industry. - Maintenance and Enhancement of Automated Systems: - Continuously improve automation frameworks and test suites. - Identify and implement opportunities to replace manual testing with automation. - Collaboration and Technical Leadership: - Work closely with developers and QA team members to integrate automation into the development lifecycle. - Provide technical guidance when needed, but this is not a lead or managerial role. - Technical Documentation and System Documentation: - Produce clear, concise documentation for automated tests, frameworks, and processes. - Ensure documentation meets regulatory and compliance requirements. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in a scientific, technical, or engineering discipline - 5+ years’ experience in Software Testing and/or Software Quality Assurance - 5+ years’ experience working as a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with recent, hands-on automation coding - 4–6 years of hands-on coding experience in Python (or similar modern programming language) - Must be technically strong and have experience testing mobile applications - Must have UI or API automation experience; mobile automation with Appium is a major plus - Must have excellent oral and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications - Computer Science degree strongly preferred - Experience working in a regulated industry - Medical Device experience strongly preferred - Experience in an agile development environment - Cyber security, medical mobile applications, or cloud computing experience Benefits - Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. - Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year - An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution - Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. - A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. - A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.