Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) Manager - Pennymac

PENNYMAC:

Pennymac (NYSE: PFSI) is a specialty financial services firm with a comprehensive mortgage platform and integrated business focused on the production and servicing of U.S. mortgage loans and the management of investments related to the U.S. mortgage market. 

 

At Pennymac, our people are the foundation of our success and at the heart of our dynamic work culture. Together, we work towards a unified goal of helping millions of Americans achieve aspirations of homeownership through the complete mortgage journey.

A Typical Day:

The SDET Manager will lead a team of test automation engineers responsible for creating and maintaining test automation frameworks, testing tools, and test data management tools. As the SDET Manager, you will bring a strong technical background in test automation, excellent leadership skills, and experience working with agile development methodologies.

 

The SDET Manager will:

 

• Lead the team in the design, development, and maintenance of test automation frameworks and tools using Javascript, Node.js, Python, Selenium, and SauceLabs
• Collaborate with other teams to ensure that test automation is integrated into the overall software development process
• Coach and mentor team members to improve their skills and knowledge
• Ensure that the team follows best practices in test automation, including proper test design, code quality, and documentation
• Work closely with Product Owners to define acceptance criteria for user stories and ensure that they are properly tested
• Work with stakeholders to identify opportunities to improve the test automation process and implement solutions to increase efficiency and quality
• Monitor and report on the progress of the team, identifying any issues and taking corrective action as necessary
• Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews and retrospectives
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Demonstrate behaviors which are aligned with the organization’s desired culture and values

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience leading and inspiring software development teams
• Expertise in the following technologies and tools: Javascript/Node.js, Python, Selenium and SauceLabs
• Expertise on common test automation tools and best practices such as Typescript, Playwright, Cucumber, Selenium, and SauceLabs or LambdaTest
• Experience with Git and GitLab CI/CD very desirable
• Experience working in a complex multi-developer/multi-site environment
• Strong background in test automation, with particular focus on web applications and APIs. Experience with event-driven architecture is also desirable

Why You Should Join:

As one of the top mortgage lenders in the country, Pennymac has helped over 4 million lifetime homeowners achieve and sustain their aspirations of home. Our vision is to be the most trusted partner for home. Together, 4,000 Pennymac team members across the country are guided by our core values: to be Accountable, Reliable and Ethical in all that we do. 

Pennymac is committed to conducting a business that makes positive contributions and promotes long-term sustainable growth and to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. 

 

Benefits That Bring It Home: Whether you're looking for flexible benefits for today, setting up short-term goals for tomorrow, or planning for long-term success and retirement, Pennymac's benefits have you covered. Some key benefits include: 

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off Programs including vacation, holidays, illness, and parental leave 
• Wellness Programs, Employee Recognition Programs, and onsite gyms and cafe style dining (select locations)
• Retirement benefits, life insurance, 401k match, and tuition reimbursement 
• Philanthropy Programs including matching gifts, volunteer grants, charitable grants and corporate sponsorships

 

To learn more about our benefits visit: https://pennymacnews.page.link/benefits

 

Compensation: Individual salary may vary based on multiple factors including specific role, geographic location / market data, and skills and experience as defined below:

• Lower in range - Building skills and experience in the role
• Mid-range - Experience and skills align with proficiency in the role 
• Higher in range - Experience and skills add value above typical requirements of the role 

 

Some roles may be eligible for performance-based compensation and/or stock-based incentives awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. 

 

Salary:$110,000 - $170,000Work Model:OFFICE