Senior Test Engineer (Sample Role)
Alector
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San Francisco, CA · $100k–$120k a year · Posted November 2, 2026
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About the job
Our mission is to develop therapies that empower the immune system to combat neurodegeneration and our team is focused on developing treatments for some of the most challenging diseases facing our society. By harnessing advancements in genetics, immunology and neuroscience, we are pioneering the development of potential therapies to counteract the devastating progression of neurodegeneration. We are supported in this mission by experienced and accomplished scientists and clinicians, a novel portfolio of programs, leading healthcare investors, and pharma company partners, who share in our commitment to bettering the lives of patients and realizing a world where we make brain disorders history.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Senior Test Engineer, you will partner with theEngineering team to design, run, and improve test scenarios. This posting is intended to exercise ATS features such as job creation, application intake, resume parsing, interview plans, scorecards, and offer workflows.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
• Design and maintain sample test plans and checklists
• Collaborate with fictional product managers and designers on acceptance criteria
• Triage pretend bug reports and document reproduction steps
• Mentor imaginary junior teammates on testing best practices
• Report on test coverage and quality metrics to made-up stakeholders
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
• 5+ years of experience in a (hypothetical) quality engineering role
• Working knowledge of Python or JavaScript
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and test automation frameworks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
NICE TO HAVE
• Experience with performance or load testing
• Experience testing hiring or HR software (we hear it is fun)
At Alector, our vision is bold, people are our priority, and our values are at the core of everything we do. Our dynamic and flexible environment encourages our teams to experiment, take ownership of decisions, and question convention to solve complex problems. We value shared wins, perseverance, and a growth mindset, which drives us forward, together.
Among the things you'll discover at Alector from your very first day are our committed and driven colleagues, a bold company vision, and new, modern offices designed to inspire innovation and collaboration in South San Francisco, right at the heart of Biotech Bay. Our benefits are thoughtfully designed around Alectorians and their loved ones and include flexible hybrid work options, competitive compensation, and comprehensive and unique benefits that enhance your health and well-being. Come join us!
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