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Software Development Engineer in Test I

Spectra Logic
Spectra Logic Salary
Boulder, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/26/2026
Description

Location: Boulder, CO (Spectra Logic HQ).

Candidates must reside within commuting distance of our Boulder, CO office. Relocation assistance is not available. Only local candidates will be considered

Team: Test Engineering

Position Type: Full-Time / Entry-Level

Are you a curious problem solver looking to launch your career in software engineering? Spectra Logic is looking for a passionate Software Development Engineer in Test I to join our team!

In this role, you will be a vital gatekeeper of quality, collaborating closely with our engineering and product teams to ensure we deliver reliable, world-class software. This is an incredible opportunity to learn modern automation frameworks, dive into Linux environments, and build a rock-solid foundation for your engineering career in a highly supportive, collaborative environment

  • Drive Quality: Execute thoughtful test cases and document results, playing a key role in validating brand-new features.
  • Build Automation: Help us build for the future! You’ll design and maintain foundational automated tests to make our regression testing faster and smarter.
  • Problem Solve: Identify, log, and track defects, working hand-in-hand with developers to solve puzzles and resolve issues early in the lifecycle.
  • Own the Environment: Support the setup and readiness of test environments so our validation activities always run smoothly.
  • Continuous Improvement: Follow and refine established testing processes to ensure consistency and excellence across the board.


We believe in investing in our people. In this role, you will:

  • Expand your coding skills in languages like Go and Python.
  • Master cutting-edge automation tools, frameworks, and QA methodologies.
  • Deepen your understanding of complex system workflows through cross-functional teamwork.


We are looking for an enthusiastic team player who loves to learn and has a sharp eye for detail. The ideal candidate brings:

  • A Technical Foundation: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).
  • Coding Curiosity: Basic programming knowledge (experience or coursework in Go, Python, or similar languages is a huge plus!).
  • Tech Savvy: A foundational comfort level or understanding of Linux/Unix systems.
  • A Growth Mindset: The ability to learn quickly in a technical space and a passion for understanding how complex systems work.
  • Great Communication: A collaborative spirit who thrives in a team environment and communicates effectively.


Compensation: $72 - 100K/ year. While this salary range is a good faith and reasonable estimate, a candidate’s actual salary will be competitive based on a variety of factors including the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and experience.

WHY SPECTRA?

Located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, Colorado, Spectra is an entrepreneurial, private company with more than 40 years of proven success preserving, protecting and defending the world’s data. Spectra offers a challenging, flexible and creative work environment. Our culture is one that drives personal opportunity and advancement and rewards high performance while maintaining a high-quality work-life balance. We offer a casual, hybrid work environment with ample opportunity to learn and grow within the company. Work out on your own or with our trainer at one of the on-campus gyms; grab lunch or snacks onsite or challenge the CEO to a game of pinball; and grow your career with peers who are second to none.

SPECTRA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Spectra is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we never discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other characteristics protected by applicable law

  • Spectra Logic is committed to the practice and policies of equal employment opportunities in the recruitment, employment and promotion of all associates without regard to age 40 and over, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, status as protected veteran, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.

Salary : $72,000 - $100,000

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