Remote New

STE Lead

Symetra
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States
Feb 21, 2026
Symetra has an exciting new opportunity to join us as aLead Software Test Engineer! About the role We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Software Test Engineer to guide and mentor a small team of QA professionals in building and executing test strategies for complex, enterprisealevel systems. In this role, you will act as a handsaon technical expert, driving quality practices, influencing solution design, and ensuring the delivery of stable, secure, and highaperforming technology solutions. You will collaborate closely with business stakeholders, architects, developers, and subject matter experts, using your deep expertise in software testing, automation, quality metrics, and engineering excellence to ensure project success. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who combines strong technical depth with leadership and a passion for quality. What you will do Lead and mentor a small team of QA engineers, driving test planning, estimation, execution, and continuous skill development. Develop and oversee test strategies-including test cases, datasets, automation frameworks, and execution plans-for complex enterprise systems. Own key quality metrics and deliver dataadriven dashboards, reports, and risk assessments to senior leadership. Partner with engineering, product, and architecture teams to ensure testability, influence technical decisions, and resolve complex defects. Champion quality across the organization by advancing testing best practices, improving processes, and identifying automation opportunities. Guide the QA Center of Excellence and maintain scalable frameworks for defect tracking, quality maturity, and engineering efficiency. Why Work at Symetra Here's what some of our employees have to say about why they 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 "If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don't want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work."- Cris H., VP Internal Sales What we offer you Benefits and Perks 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: $106,400 - $177,300 plus eligibility for the company annual bonus program. Who You Are: High School Diploma is required, plus a BA/BS in related field or equivalent experience preferred 8-10 years of progressively complex experience in QA or software testing. Professional certifications in software testing or QA (e.g., ISTQB, CSQA, CSTE) preferred. Advanced skills in documentation, IT systems, software testing, and leadership. Strong problemasolving ability and proficiency in project management. Expertise in functional, regression, integration, and automated testing within complex environments. Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to define, interpret, and communicate quality metrics. Ability to translate technical and dataadriven insights into clear executivealevel communication for Directors and senior leadership. Some minimal annual travel required (for people manager roles only) Travel: Required Training & Professional Development All newly hired people leaders with direct reports are required to complete a comprehensive leadership development program within their first year. This program includes both virtual and in-person training. The in-person sessions will take place at Symetra's corporate headquarters in Bellevue, Washington. Symetra covers all travel and accommodation expenses. Reasonable Accommodations Symetra is committed to providing equitable access to all job-related responsibilities, including required travel. If reasonable accommodation is needed for travel, Symetra's HR department will work to provide appropriate solutions in alignment with individual needs and company policies. 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 perspectives, 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 #LI-BW1 #REMOTE