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# Forward Deployed Test Engineer

- **Company:** Polaris Inc.
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Test Suite, Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Test Scripts, Cypress (Programming Language), Playwright, Performance Monitor
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=63246ea46cede907

## About the Role

This role requires a technical problem-solver capable of writing quality test code while building strong customer relationships. You'll balance hands-on test development with strategic customer management to ensure our customers get the most value from our testing service., * Software development experience with a focus on test automation (particularly Playwright, Cypress, or similar frameworks)

 * Hands-on experience writing and maintaining end-to-end browser-based tests
 * Proficiency with JavaScript/TypeScript
 * Experience integrating test frameworks into diverse dev workflows - from cloud CI/CD to on-premise runners and custom environments
 * Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
 * Proven ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt testing solutions across different technical environments
 * Previous experience in customer-facing technical roles
 * High sense of agency and ability to prioritize work independently in a fast-paced environment
 * Ability to manage multiple customer testing engagements and prioritize effectively
 * Pragmatic decision-making that balances customer testing needs with technical feasibility

## Description

* Own the full customer testing journey from implementation through renewal, driving success across onboarding, test development, and ongoing optimization
 * Develop and maintain high-quality Playwright test suites tailored to each customer's unique requirements and technical environment
 * Lead technical implementation projects, including AI test suite generation, configuration, and integration with customer CI/CD pipelines
 * Ensure test reliability through proactive monitoring, failure resolution, and workflow optimization
 * Drive customer health metrics and identify expansion opportunities through deep understanding of customer testing needs
 * Support pre-sales through technical demos, assessments, and proof-of-concept test implementations
 * Develop custom testing solutions for unique customer requirements while maintaining scalability
 * Be the voice of the customer by capturing technical testing requirements, shaping product direction, and collaborating with engineering on platform improvements
 * Create and maintain customer-facing technical documentation and testing implementation guides


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