Staff Test Engineer

Mercury Insurance

. Lead test strategies and plans for large, complex software projects aligned with business objectives .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $94,458 - $179,048 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex software testing initiatives, including automation-first testing strategies and defect management. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality standards and drive continuous improvement in testing processes.

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Automation TestingJava or Python ProgrammingUI and API TestingDefect Tracking ManagementTesting Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Automation Test Script WritingWhite Box TestingComplex Test Case DesignTesting Metrics AnalysisDefect AnalysisTest Documentation Best PracticesContinuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)Scalable Testing MethodologiesComplex Issue ResolutionDomain-Specific Testing Strategy

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCollaborationMentoringCommunicationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

SeleniumTestNGPostmanSoapUIAutomation Testing Tools

Industry Keywords

Insurance IndustryAI in TestingSoftware Quality StandardsTesting Efficiency Metrics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPythonSelenium

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead test strategies and plans for large, complex software projects aligned with business objectives
Drive automation-first testing and integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines
Design, execute, review, and approve high-complexity cross-functional test cases
Lead manual and automated testing efforts and improve automation coverage
Identify complex defects, provide detailed bug analysis, and manage defect tracking through resolution
Establish best practices for test documentation and defect management
Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders to clarify requirements and ensure quality standards
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and use quantitative metrics to measure testing efficiency and software quality
Evaluate and integrate emerging testing technologies, tools, and methodologies
Mentor less experienced test engineers and lead knowledge-sharing sessions
Proactively identify bottlenecks and guide teams through complex technical issues
Develop and review test strategies across projects and organizational functions
Monitor, analyze, and interpret testing metrics to recommend process improvements
Define test engineering strategies, policies, standards, and best practices
Collaborate with the SET team to establish automation priorities across large, complex projects and multiple teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or other related fields, or equivalent combination of education and experience
8+ years of industry experience
Hands-on experience leading testing teams on medium-sized projects
3+ years of experience writing complex automation tests
7 or more years of white box testing experience preferred
5 or more years of experience in automation testing preferred
3 or more years of experience with Java or Python preferred
3 or more years of experience testing UI and APIs preferred
Exposure to the insurance industry preferred
Exposure to leveraging AI in testing preferred
Ability to manage multiple large testing projects across different teams or business units
Ability to lead task-specific collaboration and communicate precise technical details
Expertise in scalable and efficient testing methodologies
Exceptional attention to detail
Expertise solving highly complex issues and system-level problems
Ability to analyze complex product requirements and define the testing approach
Expertise in defect tracking management and documentation tools
Ability to write and maintain complex automated test scripts using Selenium, TestNG, or similar tools
Advanced API testing skills using Postman, SoapUI, and custom scripts
Ability to adapt to changing requirements, technologies, priorities, workstyles, and responsibilities
Domain-specific product knowledge and testing strategy expertise

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions
Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)
Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)
Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Engaging work environment
Promotional opportunities
Education assistance
Professional and personal development opportunities
Company recognition program
Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more
An in-person interview may be required during the hiring process