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Software Engineer II - Remote

Symetra
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States
Mar 14, 2026

Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Software Engineer II!

About the Role

Symetra's Operational Effectiveness team is seeking a full-time Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET). This role operates within a Scrum team using a two-week sprint cycle and is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining automated and manual tests for applications and services used by Symetra's internal employees and engineering teams.

As an individual contributor, you will collaborate with other engineers, product owners, QAs, and stakeholders to estimate work based on high-level requirements and ensure high-quality, secure software delivery throughout the development lifecycle.

We are looking for someone with a strong DevOps mindset, a passion for quality engineering, and excellent collaboration skills.

What you will do



  • Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable, and high-quality test automation frameworks and scripts.
  • Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and estimation activities.
  • Conduct code reviews and collaborate with engineers to meet sprint commitments.
  • Apply quality engineering best practices (TDD, shift-left testing, code reviews, monitoring, and design reviews).
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive feature-level and end-to-end automated tests.
  • Troubleshoot issues across a full-stack AWS cloud architecture.
  • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines as code (YAML) using Azure DevOps.
  • Mentor junior Software Test Engineers (STEs) and SDETs.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of testing strategies, frameworks, and tools.
  • Present and share cloud-based solutions with internal engineering communities for feedback and review.
  • Collaborate effectively in a remote team environment using tools such as Microsoft Teams.



Why work at Symetra

"Symetra will spoil you. There aren't many companies that will put as much effort into you being a success as Symetra. The culture will challenge you but simultaneously put you at ease. Failure is seen as integral to the learning process so there is less reason to be fearful of it." - Kerry S., Sr. Systems Analyst

"I feel welcome and included at Symetra every day and I really believe you can be you at Symetra." - Megan H., Deputy Chief Compliance Officer

What we offer you

We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.



  • Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
  • Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
  • Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
  • Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
  • Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview



Compensation

Salary Range:$96,700 - $161,200 plus eligibility for annual bonus programs

Who you are



  • 3+ years of experience building test automation using Playwright.
  • 3+ years of experience testing APIs and web services using tools and formats such as REST, JSON, XML, and Postman.
  • 5+ years of experience creating and maintaining test artifacts (test plans, test cases, test strategies).
  • Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipeline development using Azure DevOps (YAML pipelines).
  • Experience working with AWS-based cloud applications.
  • Strong understanding of QA best practices, including shift-left testing, defect triage, and quality metrics.
  • Ability to write clean, modular, maintainable code.
  • Experience with mainframe testing and Selenium is a plus.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset.
  • Adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic environment.
  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
  • Continuous learner with a growth mindset.
  • High school diploma required.



We empower inclusion
At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.
Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.


Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom
Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.
For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers


Work Authorization
Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.
Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:
As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:


  • Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
  • Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
  • Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.


When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.
Identity Verification
Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.


Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:


  • Disqualification from the recruitment process
  • Withdrawal of a job offer
  • Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered

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