Sr. Software Quality Engineer (Python)

Sphera is a leading global provider of enterprise software and services that enables companies to manage and optimize their environmental, health, safety and sustainability. Our mission is to create a safer, more sustainable and productive world. Sphera is a portfolio company of Blackstone, a U.S.-based alternative asset investment company that focuses on private equity, technology and innovation, and more. Blackstone businesses succeed through strong partnerships, a personalized approach and a commitment to exceptional performance with uncompromising integrity. Sphera and Blackstone are leaders in the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) space. We are guided by our core values of Customer Centricity, Accountability, Bias to Action, Innovation, and Collaboration. These values help us recruit the right talent to join our rapidly expanding team of around the globe. It is important to us that each and every Spherion is not only eager to challenge themselves and knows how to get work done but is an awesome addition to our company culture. We are looking for a detail-oriented and highly skilled Software QA Engineer with a strong focus on test automation to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the quality and reliability of complex manufacturing software systems. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams in an agile environment, designing and executing both manual and automated tests while driving continuous improvements in quality processes. This position is ideal for someone who combines a passion for quality with strong technical expertise in Python, Playwright, and Robot Framework, and who thrives in solving complex problems. You’ll have the opportunity to shape testing strategies, enhance automation frameworks, and contribute to delivering robust, high-performing software solutions. Responsibilities: 5+ years of experience as a QA Engineer in agile development environments Strong hands-on experience with: Python, Playwright, Robot Framework Proven experience in both manual and automated testing Solid understanding of functional, integration, and regression testing Experience working independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams Ability to quickly understand complex systems and domains Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and quality Nice to Have: ISTQB Foundation certification Experience in manufacturing or complex process-driven environments Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and test automation frameworks SQL and performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter) #LI-SM1 #LI-Remote1 Sphera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.