Staff Software Test Engineer

About Gruve

Gruve is an innovative software services startup dedicated to transforming enterprises to AI powerhouses. We specialize in cybersecurity, customer experience, cloud infrastructure, and advanced technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs). Our mission is to assist our customers in their business strategies utilizing their data to make more intelligent decisions. As a well-funded early-stage startup, Gruve offers a dynamic environment with strong customer and partner networks.

Position Summary

We are seeking a System Test Engineer with expertise in SaaS applications providing cybersecurity solution to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in testing, validating, and ensuring the reliability and security of our SaaS-based cyber security platform. This position requires strong analytical skills, hands-on experience with automation, and a deep understanding of cloud environments, networking protocols, firewalls and security frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute system-level test plans, test cases, and automated test scripts for a SaaS-based cyber security platform.
• Validate end-to-end functionality, scalability, and performance of security applications integrated with external ITSM systems.
• Develop and maintain automation frameworks to streamline test execution and enhance test coverage.
• Conduct security, performance, and regression testing to identify vulnerabilities, bottlenecks, and reliability issues.
• Test and validate the functionality of agents that connect with the SaaS platform.
• Work closely with development, product management, and DevOps teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure high-quality product releases.
• Implement and execute API testing, system integration testing, and user acceptance testing.
• Participate in test strategy planning and provide feedback for continuous improvement of the test process.
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, electronics engineering or a related field
• 8-10 years of experience in system testing for SaaS applications and Cyber Security platforms.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, VPN, IPSec, TLS, etc.).
• Strong understanding of security concepts such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, zero-trust architecture, and cloud security controls.
• Hands-on experience with test automation tools (Selenium, Robot Framework, PyTest, etc.).
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, Bash, or similar languages.
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps processes.
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills in distributed systems and cloud environments.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of security frameworks such as SOC2, ISO 27001, and compliance standards.
• Experience with security testing tools such as Burp Suite, Nessus, Wireshark, or Metasploit.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Security - Specialty, CCNA Security, CISSP, or CEH are a plus.
  
  

Why Gruve

At Gruve, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. If you’re passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Gruve is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.