Specialist, Supplier Quality Engineering

If you’re passionate about being part of a dynamic organization that enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to drive innovation and adopt new technologies that deliver business results, then Nationwide’s Technology team could be the place for you! Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

This role will work a hybrid schedule coming into the Columbus, Ohio, Des Moines, Iowa, or Scottsdale, Arizona office 2 days (Wednesday & Thursday) per week.

DOTS (Data Operations Technology Solutions) is looking for a Specialist Quality Engineer to lead quality assurance and control activities in developing a modern data platform. In this role you will be part of a complex mega data transformation program that is developing a state‑of‑the‑art modern data platform with cutting‑edge technologies like Databricks, Snowflake, Python, DataOps, AtScale and Streamsets, etc. You will be part of a highly skilled, highly collaborative and friendly team that helps you grow professionally and personally.

Must have expertise in advanced SQL queries

Must have solid experience in data warehousing projects and deeper understanding of the project lifecycle of data projects

Must have solid understanding in testing framework, test tools and various test activities

Experience with agile testing within the software development lifecycle

Good understanding in object‑oriented languages and Python

As a Quality Engineer you will plan and conduct a wide range of software quality tests and analyses to ensure all application products and services meet organizational standards aligned to their quality management approach, as well as end‑user requirements. All Quality Engineers perform quality planning, quality design and execution.

You will focus on a blend of skills enabling efficient execution of risk‑based testing, test automation, performance testing, test data management, test environment management, continuous integration and continuous deployment—all improving speed to delivery for our business partners.

Carrying out procedures to ensure all information systems products and services meet organization standards and end‑user requirements.

Planning for the proper mix of manual, automated, and exploratory testing methods.

Using the appropriate quality engineering tools to define test data management, test automation, security/vulnerability, performance, and regression testing needs.

Coordinating test runs and test environment calendars for all impacted applications.

Identifying means to be more effective and efficient in testing, without compromising quality.

Planning for continuous integration to enable a continuous deployment pipeline.

Executing moderate release testing and having a plan for back‑out testing.

Validating that release components are installed in the appropriate testing environment.

Aligning with the Nationwide automated testing reference architecture.

Undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems, or a related field is preferred.

Technology certifications including TOSCA Automated Specialist 1 (AS1), TOSCA Automated Specialist 2 (AS2), or other related designations are preferred.

Demonstrated experience in testing for agile teams including planning, test plan creation, maintenance and execution. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Strong analytical and communication skills, knowledge of planning. Insurance/financial services industry knowledge a plus.

Overtime Eligibility: Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.

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, 401(k) with company match, company‑paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. The Act prohibits retaliation for reporting complaints or violations.

The national salary range for Specialist, Quality Engineer is $95,500.00-$177,500.00.