Specialist, Quality Engineer

Nationwide’s Technology team enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to drive innovation and adopt new technologies that deliver business results. The team seeks passionate associates to deliver exceptional care. Schedule This role is hybrid, requiring presence in the Columbus, Ohio, Des Moines, Iowa, or Scottsdale, Arizona office on Wednesday and Thursday per week. Role Overview DOTS (Data Operations Technology Solutions) is seeking a Specialist Quality Engineer to lead quality assurance and control activities in developing a modern data platform. The platform uses Databricks, Snowflake, Python, DataOps, AtScale, Streamsets, and more. Candidates will work with a highly skilled, collaborative, and friendly team. Required Skills Expertise in advanced SQL queries Experience with ETL tools like Informatica Solid experience in data warehousing projects and understanding of data project lifecycle Understanding of testing frameworks, tools, and testing activities Excellent communication and collaboration skills Self‑motivated, self‑organized, results‑driven personality Experience with agile testing within the software development lifecycle Test automation skills with tools like Tosca Nice‑to‑Have Skills Good understanding of object‑oriented languages and Python

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Key Responsibilities Carry out procedures to ensure all information systems products and services meet organizational standards and end‑user requirements. Analyze and review moderate requirements, user stories, and technical work products to create required automation. Plan appropriate mix of manual, automated, and exploratory testing methods. Use quality engineering tools to define test data management, test automation, security/vulnerability, performance, and regression testing needs. Validate test results, record and research defects. Coordinate test runs and test environment calendars for all impacted applications. Trace requirements to tests and test results. Prioritize, define, and manage defect reporting and resolution. Manage defects, including identifying, tracking, and providing critical thinking for resolution. Identify means to be more effective and efficient in testing, without compromising quality. Plan for continuous integration to enable a continuous deployment pipeline. Execute moderate release testing and have a plan for back‑out testing. Validate that release components are installed in the appropriate testing environment. Align with the Nationwide automated testing reference architecture. Comply with release management process governance and timelines throughout the release. May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Reporting Relationships Reports to Technology Manager or Director. Typical Skills and Experiences Education Undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems, or a related field is preferred. License/Certification/Designation Technology certifications such as TOSCA Automated Specialist 1 (AS1), TOSCA Automated Specialist 2 (AS2), or other related designations are preferred. Experience Four or more years of experience using test optimization and automation tools. Demonstrated experience in testing for agile teams including planning, test plan creation, maintenance, and execution. Good understanding of test automation and optimization throughout a stack and the tools to support. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills Strong analytical and communication skills, knowledge of planning. Ability to problem‑solve and set priorities needed. Industry knowledge in insurance or financial services is a plus. Values Consistently demonstrates the Nationwide Values. Job Conditions Overtime Eligibility Exempt (Not Eligible). Working Conditions Normal office environment. Some travel may be required. ADA The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties. Benefits We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro‑rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company‑paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer, click here. Compensation National salary range for Specialist, Quality Engineer: $95,500.00 – $177,500.00. Expected starting salary range for Specialist, Quality Engineer: $95,500.00 – $143,500.00. Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co