Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Arrow International is the world's largest manufacturer and supplier of charitable gaming products and solutions. We produce and distribute a wide array of products including consumables (pull tab tickets, bingo paper and ink, etc.) as well as world-class, state-of-the-art, electronic gaming products. Our products are sold, installed, and operated in numerous social and gaming venues around the world. We continue to grow at a record pace and offer this exciting career opportunity to join our team where we are focused on attracting and engaging exceptional talent, empowering colleagues to achieve fulfilling careers, and creating fun and engaging products that are second to none for our customers.

Position Summary

This position will be responsible for the development of mission critical software tools as well as aid in the adoption of automated testing across Software Quality Assurance department. The role is based in Chicago, IL. As part of a small, focused, and motivated team within SQA, use software development best practices to implement new tools per requirements provided. Organize and lead sprint planning in coordination with Senior Engineers and Lead Engineers, in addition to mentoring Associate Engineers on process/ tools.

Objectives of this role

• Develop web-based tools and automation framework to support SQA organization
• Assist Senior and Lead Engineers in performing comprehensive research and suggest appropriate technologies to be used
• Assist with issue resolution in the area of Tools/Automation utilizing defect management system
• Enhance existing code/ databases to carry out necessary upgrades and maintenance functions 
• Follow existing process for Tools development and propose enhancements to improve  quality/efficiency
• Continue to pursue open source or commercial technologies to compliment  Tools/Automation efforts
• Interface with SQA team members to effectively communicate and resolve issues in a  timely manner 
• Assist  the SQA Department on special projects
• Mentor new Associate Tools/Automation Engineers
• Assist Senior and Lead Engineers in maintaining key contacts that have direct impact on Tools and Automation areas

• 0 - 5 year of  relevant work experience in programming or Tools and Automation
• Academic and/or working experience with C#, ASP.NET, MVC, Entity Framework
• Academic and/or  working experience with JavaScript frameworks, HTML5, CSS3
• Academic and/or working experience with MS SQL Server
• Academic and/or working experience with Python scripting language
• Knowledge of Visual Studio and other Microsoft