Alternate Locations: Greensboro, NC (North Carolina)
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid Preferred : Preferred employee will work 3 days a week in a Lincoln office
Relocation assistance: is not available for this opportunity.
Requisition #: 74630
The Role at a Glance
We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join our team and contribute to the quality and efficiency of our software testing processes within the Life and Annuity insurance industry. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Selenium, Playwright, Java, Python, and CI/CD to design, develop, and enhance automated testing frameworks. They must possess excellent communication skills and be able to translate business and technical requirements into effective automated test scenarios and regression scripts.
What you'll be doing
Designing, developing, and maintaining automated test scripts using Selenium and Playwright.
Working closely with business analysts, developers, and stakeholders to understand and translate requirements into actionable test scenarios.
Executing QE Pipeline through GitLab for regression and functional testing.
Ensuring comprehensive test coverage by identifying and implementing new automation strategies.
Providing expertise in Functional, End to End, Integration, and data driven validation.
Analyzing test results, troubleshooting failures, and collaborating with development teams to ensure software quality.
Maintaining and enhancing existing automation frameworks.
Contributing to the continuous improvement of automation best practices and testing methodologies.
Reporting, triaging and tracking defects, ensuring timely resolution and regression validation.
Providing mentorship and guidance on automation strategies and tools to team members.
What we're looking for
Must Have:
5+ years of experience in test automation development within the Life and Annuity insurance industry (or related industries).
Oversee end-to-end testing of software releases, ensuring product quality and compliance with insurance industry standards.
Strong expertise in Selenium or Playwright for web application automation.
Proficient in Java for scripting and automation development.
Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps) for automated build and deployment processes.
Ability to understand business and functional requirements and translate them into test automation strategies.
Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at various levels.
Experience working in an Agile/Kanban environment.
Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of handling multiple priorities and deadlines.
A proactive mindset to identify risks early and implement solutions that minimize disruptions.
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues across environments.
Nice to Have:
Familiarity with cloud-based testing solutions and DevOps practices.
Experience testing new products administered on the Verisk-FAST platform.
Knowledgeable in performance testing methods/tools and API automation.
Experience with Page Object Model and Java based software project (object libraries, achieve simplified application build process, integrate project with Version Control System (GIT) using Maven build tool).
Design framework for testing SOAP & REST services using different tools like Rest Assured, POSTMAN and SOAP UI PRO.
Solid understanding of Insurance Policy Admin, Underwriting and Compensation Systems.
Application Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted through July 21, 2025, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume
What's it like to work here?
At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.
What's in it for you:
Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes
Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
PTO/parental leave
Competitive 401K and employee benefits (https://www.lincolnfinancial.com/public/aboutus/careers/lifeatlincoln#benefits)
Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program
Tuition assistance program
Work arrangements that work for you
Effective productivity/technology tools and training
The pay range for this position is $69,000 - $124,600 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln's total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln's standard benefits package.
About The Company
Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services.
With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.
Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.
Lincoln is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive (https://www.lincolnfinancial.com/public/aboutus/companyoverview/ourvalues/diversityinclusion) environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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Additional Information
This position may be subject to Lincoln's Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln's current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.
Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Lincoln Financial are considered property of Lincoln Financial and are not subject to payment of agency fees.
Lincoln Financial is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, Veteran status, or genetic information. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling 260-455-2558.
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Lincoln Financial Group ("LFG") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veterans status, or genetic information. Opportunities throughout LFG are available to employees and applicants and are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. We have a drug free work environment and we perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.