About the role#
As a QA Automation Engineering intern, you will join a software development team focused on improving the quality and reliability of our products. You will help accelerate the automation of end-to-end testing across our broadband, video, and support tools. This role involves building the tools that help our development teams release software more efficiently.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to the roadmap for software development tools.
- Develop and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks.
- Automate end-to-end testing for products including broadband, video, and technician support tools.
- Introduce capabilities for A/B testing releases across different populations.
- Implement tools to track software defects and work with developers to ensure timely fixes.
- Monitor and report on quality metrics like defect rates and test coverage.
- Use prototypes and proof of concepts to explore software designs and architecture.
- Lead initiatives to improve testing practices and methodologies.
- Contribute to a structured knowledge base for developer tools and processes.
- Advocate for automation practices across the organization.
What you'll need#
- Proficiency in Python, Java, or C#.
- Experience with Amazon Web Services or Google Cloud.
- Understanding of DevOps practices and software methodologies.
- Experience implementing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience with automated test cases and solving performance or data issues.
- Comfort working with live production systems and debugging issues.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site in Bethpage, New York.
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- We do not provide sponsorship for this role.
About Optimum
Optimum provides internet, mobile, television, and phone services to residential and business customers. The company operates as a public entity and maintains its headquarters in Queens, New York. Founded in 1973, it employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people. It focuses on delivering connectivity solutions across its service areas.
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