Automation and Release Engineer

University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA
25 Mar 2024

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Job Opening ID: 36772

Reports To: Manager, Educational Web Technologies

Working Title: Automation and Release Engineer

Department: OIT Student & Academic Services

Bargaining Unit: 99

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Payroll Job Code: 006937

Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine

Percent of Time: 100%

Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F

Employee Class: Career

Position Summary:

Educational Web Technologies is committed to providing our user base with the highest quality secure applications and software. We provide tools to instructors and students. Consequently, we are looking for a professional who likes to provide practical solutions. The Automation and Release Engineer will work within the full development life cycle working along with another QA and students, the UX designer, and developers to create automated testing programs and debug our web applications in an agile environment.

Under the supervision of the Manager, Educational Web Technologies, the Automation and Release Engineer applies QA and / or Release Management concepts, location and department / unit policies and procedures to test a variety of moderately complex software changes or enhancements on projects of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Provides support to domain-specific release management resources in a timely and efficient manner. As a member of the Office of Information Technology (OIT) Educational Web Technologies group, the team member will be working cross-functionally designing, developing, and building tests and implementing technical solutions with a focus on creating efficiency through technology and automation. You will understand the applications and their infrastructure to apply testing logic and data to support the team's needs for effective excellence.

Compensation Range:

$30.84- $54.69

Department Website:

Required:

One (1) to three (3) years of experience with BA/BS or (1) year with MA/MS or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

Working knowledge of software functions and analysis. Working understanding of the design, development, and analysis of software. Working skills associated with software design, modification, implementation, and analysis. Working understanding of the use of automated testing tools, including skill to perform automated QA procedures. Understands compliance requirements for applicable industry or agency standards. Interpersonal skills to work with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization. Ability to elicit and communicate technical and non-technical information in a clear and concise manner. Self-motivated, ability to learn quickly, meet deadlines, works independently and as part of a team and demonstrate problem-solving skills. Working skills in software lifecycle management. Working skills in software testing. Working skills in understanding and implementing the release cycles.

Preferred:

Working knowledge relating to the design, development, and analysis of software. Working knowledge of other areas of IT. Knowledge of department processes and procedures. Experience working with PHP and PHP Unit. Experience with Git and continuous integration. Familiarity or experience with Agile software development. Experience with modern functional testing software. Experience developing automated tests for web applications.

Special Conditions Required:

Must pass a background check.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
  • Background Check and Live Scan
  • Legal Right to work in the United States
  • Vaccination Policies
  • Smoking and Tobacco Policy
  • Drug Free Environment
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
  • California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
  • E-Verify
  • Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - .

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy .We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at or [email protected] .

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  • ID: #49538567
  • State: California Irvine 92697 Irvine USA
  • City: Irvine
  • Salary: USD TBD TBD
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Showed: 2023-03-25
  • Deadline: 2023-05-23
  • Category: Et cetera