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The Opportunity

Are you a skilled automation testing engineer who thrives on developing efficient test strategies for complex Object Storage solutions? If so, you'd want to join our team at Nutanix to collaborate with talented global teams in delivering secure S3-compatible object storage at massive scale to hybrid cloud environments. As an MTS 4, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology, contribute to innovative storage solutions, and ensure the high quality and reliability of our products in a rapidly growing and complex domain. Join us in shaping the future of storage technology!

About the Team

At Nutanix, you will have the opportunity to join the Objects Storage team, a group of ten strong technical engineers dedicated to developing cutting-edge storage solutions. The team is known for its innovative approach to problem-solving and consists of self-driven individuals who thrive in a collaborative environment. You will be part of a dynamic group that values creativity and excellence in all aspects of their work.

You will report to a Senior Staff Engineer who will provide guidance and mentorship as you navigate your role within the Objects Storage team. As a hybrid position based in San Jose, California, you will be required to work onsite in the office for 3–4 days per week, allowing for a blend of collaboration and flexibility in your work setup. 

Your Role

• Develop and enhance the QA automation framework, built with python. Build tools and orchestration for faster and streamlined execution.
• Developing high level test strategies based on product requirements, including strategies for automation, system and manual exploratory testing
• Collaborate with the development team to ensure that code developed is testable, build any test hooks if required, keep project schedules and resource allocation models for successful delivery.
• Analyzing failures and determining root cause, setting the expectations of the solution/behavior based on the requirements.
• Manage the planning and execution of product testing efforts, including all associated resources to meet committed delivery dates.
• Provide mentorship and review the work of other specialists/Junior engineers. Improve or build new processes to increase efficiency in the team.
• Should be able to work with the Nutanix Global (mainly India and USA) engineering and multi-functional teams

What You Will Bring

• Love writing clean, modular code in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong automation skills in Python.
• Good understanding of scalable and distributed systems.
• Good understanding of storage technologies.
• Experience with S3 and other Object Stores preferred.
• Working knowledge on containerized services, Docker and Kubernetes is preferred.
• Knowledge of virtualization and Cloud Infrastructure is a plus.
• BS or MS in Computer Science or related stream is required.
• 6+ years of software testing experience including expertise with automation.
• Hands-on experience working with version control / DevOps tools – Git, Gerrit, or Jenkins

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between USD $ 136,800 and USD $ 273,600 per year.

However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. Our application deadline is 40 days from the date of posting. In good faith, the posting may be removed prior to this date if the position is filled or extended in good faith.

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