Backend Engineer II, Test Experience

Requirements

• Proficient in client-core
• Experienced with Windows, Batch and PowerShell scripting
• Comfortable doing tasks for other clients (Android, iOS & Web) and platforms
• Strong understanding of software architecture and design principles
• Excellent problem-solver with keen attention to detail
• Strong communicator, able to work effectively with multi-functional teams

Nice to Haves

• Experienced with writing and maintaining automated tests using Boost or similar frameworks
• Familiar with crafting scalable and maintainable testing systems and infrastructure for Core-Client
• Interested in staying updated with the latest C++ testing tools, frameworks, and best practices
• Comfortable collaborating with multi-functional teams, navigating technical challenges, and supporting diverse partners

What You'll Be Doing

• You will use your C++ development skills and your broad understanding of various platforms and build tools (e.g. Bazel). This also includes expertise with Window environments
• Join a collaborative and autonomous team of engineers dedicated to improving testing for Spotify’s ecosystem
• We focus on improving the Boost and Typescript based Test Infrastructure, which is crafted to help developers own their features entirely, including the automated tests. The infrastructure strives to reduce friction for developers by using tools and frameworks native to the product stack
• Help craft and drive the technical roadmap of our test infrastructure, improve testing practices, and collaborate with multiple squads to ensure their needs are met. You should be comfortable navigating the challenges of test automation, debugging failures, and supporting engineers across different product areas
• Take operational responsibility for the services that are owned by your team, potentially including taking part in an on-call rotation

Perks and Benefits

• Extensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse
• Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success
• Global parental leave, six months off - fully paid - for all new parents
• All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub
• Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs