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Job Description About the Role We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Quality Engineer to lead and contribute to our quality assurance e ff orts. As a Senior Quality Engineer, you will be a champion of quality throughout the software development lifecycle, driving the adoption of best practices, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, reliable eCommerce applications. This role requires a deep understanding of testing methodologies, strong technical skills, and a proven ability to lead and influence others. Responsibilities Test Strategy & Planning: Develop and maintain comprehensive test strategies and detailed test plans that align with the overall QE strategy. Design and review test coverage across multiple projects, ensuring comprehensive testing of features and functionality. Test Automation: Develop, maintain, and execute automated tests using various frameworks and tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Appium, etc.). Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.). Performance & Load Testing: Conduct performance and load testing using tools like JMeter, Gatling, or Locust. Analyze results, identify bottlenecks, and recommend improvements to optimize application performance under load. API & Integration Testing: Design and execute API tests using tools such as Postman, REST Assured, or SoapUI. Validate API responses, ensure data accuracy, and check for compliance with specifications. Mobile Testing: Test mobile applications (native and hybrid) using appropriate tools and device farms/simulators. Database Testing: Utilize SQL to perform data validation and troubleshooting. Ensure data integrity and consistency across the platform. Defect Management: Expert in identifying root causes of defects and writing high-quality defect reports. Mentor junior team members on e ff ective defect reporting techniques. Framework Development & Maintenance: Own the development and maintenance of complex testing frameworks to support functional and performance testing requirements. Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior team members. Coach and mentor on testing methodologies, tools, and best practices. Champion continuous improvement initiatives. Continuous Deployment: Understand and implement continuous deployment best practices. Evangelize a shift-left approach to defect prevention and early detection. Collaboration: Collaborate e ff ectively with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders throughout the SDLC. Cloud & Deployment Skills: Possess a working understanding of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization/orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes). Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer, with at least 3 years in a senior role. Strong proficiency in programming/scripting languages (Java, Python, JavaScript). Experience with a wide range of testing tools and frameworks (as listed in the technologies section). Deep understanding of testing methodologies (Agile, Waterfall). Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills. Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentorship skills. Experience working in an eCommerce environment is highly desirable. About Us Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. About The Team Fanatics Commerce is a leading designer, manufacturer, and seller of licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods. It operates a vertically-integrated platform of digital and physical capabilities for leading sports leagues, teams, colleges, and associations globally – as well as its flagship site, www.fanatics.com. Fanatics Commerce has a broad range of online, sports venue, and vertical apparel partnerships worldwide, including comprehensive partnerships with leading leagues, teams, colleges, and sports organizations across the world—including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, Formula 1, and Australian Football League (AFL); the Dallas Cowboys, Golden State Warriors, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, Chelsea FC, and Tokyo Giants; the University of Notre Dame, University of Alabama, and University of Texas; the International Olympic Committee (IOC), England Rugby, and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA). At Fanatics Commerce, we infuse our BOLD Leadership Principles in everything we do: Build Championship Teams Obsessed with Fans Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit Determined and Relentless Mindset Show more Show less
