Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer in Test

Software Development Engineer in Test

AKKO

AKKO

51-200 employees

Device protection plans with fast claims

No salary listed

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Remote

Contract role; EST hours 9:00–17:00; open to international applicants.

Category
QA & Testing (1)
Required Skills
JavaScript
Github Actions
Postman
Atlassian
Git
Jest
GraphQL
Docker
TypeScript
Mocha
Playwright
CircleCI
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5 or more years of experience in software testing with a strong grounding in functional and regression testing and modern test design techniques such as Boundary Condition, Equivalence Partitioning, and pairwise testing.
  • 3 or more years of experience focused on test automation, including designing scalable frameworks and Continuous Integration integration.
  • Hands-on experience testing web applications and mobile applications end-to-end, including User Experience, User Acceptance Testing, and bug verification across various browsers and devices.
  • Proficiency with JavaScript or TypeScript and experience with Application Programming Interface testing tools such as Postman, Newman, supertest, Representational State Transfer, or GraphQL.
  • Experience with at least one additional testing tool such as Playwright, WebdriverIO, Jest, or Mocha.
  • Experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment tools such as GitHub Actions, CircleCI, or GitLab, as well as Git and basic Docker.
  • Familiarity with environment management and secrets management.
  • Strong analytical skills and fluency with the Software Development Life Cycle, Agile methodologies, and tooling such as the Atlassian suite.
  • Ability to produce clear documentation including test plans, traceability, and results, and communicate risks to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience writing and maintaining automated unit, integration, and end-to-end tests with a focus on reliability and maintainability.
  • Availability to work during Eastern Standard Time hours from 9 AM to 5 PM.
Responsibilities
  • Define risk-based test plans and acceptance criteria in partnership with Product and Engineering teams and translate user stories into clear test cases.
  • Build and maintain automated tests across end-to-end, integration, and Application Programming Interface layers using TypeScript and Cypress.
  • Create reusable utilities and page objects and stabilize flaky tests to ensure consistent results.
  • Implement and manage Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment test gates for smoke and regression testing with parallelization and clear pass or fail signals.
  • Track test coverage and test health metrics to ensure software quality.
  • Perform targeted manual and exploratory testing for new features, edge cases, and user experience flows.
  • Drive regression testing for critical software paths.
  • Create and manage test data, mocks, fixtures, and environment configurations to maintain deterministic and fast test execution.
  • Coordinate with engineers to reproduce, triage, and debug issues using logs, metrics, and trace tools.
  • Verify bug fixes and prevent regressions through rigorous testing.
  • Own post-deployment smoke testing and release sign-off for web and mobile applications while documenting results and risks.
  • Continuously improve the Quality Assurance and Software Developer in Test toolchain and practices, including coding standards, coverage goals, and reporting dashboards.
Desired Qualifications
  • Advanced degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proficiency with Cypress for automated testing including selectors, fixtures, commands, intercepts, and parallelization.

AKKO provides protection plans for personal electronic devices such as laptops, tablets, and smartphones. These plans cover theft, damage, and loss, and are sold on a subscription basis with monthly or annual payments. Customers choose from different coverage levels and can receive quick reimbursements through instant cash payouts via PayPal, Zelle, or check, or opt to receive refurbished devices in very good condition if a claim is made. AKKO aims to offer affordable, reliable protection with higher coverage limits and faster claim processing than traditional renters' or homeowners' insurance. The company differentiates itself by its fast claims and substantial coverage, along with flexible payout options, targeting individual consumers seeking straightforward gadget insurance.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$14.8M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2019

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquired Upsie in 2026, expanding extended warranty capabilities.
  • Partnered with THE FIX for enhanced device repair services.
  • Teamed with Capital One Business Deals for SMB insurance quotes.

What critics are saying

  • AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile in-house plans displace AKKO within 12-18 months.
  • AppleCare+, Samsung Care+ erode margins via OEM repairs in 6-12 months.
  • Assurant, Squaretrade undercut $15 pricing to $9-12/month in 6-12 months.

What makes AKKO unique

  • AKKO bundles phone plus 25 devices for $15/month with unlimited claims.
  • Offers instant cash replacements via PayPal or Zelle post-claim.
  • Provides low deductibles $29-$99, rates never increase regardless of claims.

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Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Monthly Wellness Stipend

Remote Work Options

Paid Volunteer Time

Annual Learning Credit

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

2%
The Business Journals
Apr 18th, 2024
Extended warranty startup Upsie is acquired by Akko

Extended warranty startup Upsie is acquired by Akko.

Coverager
Apr 16th, 2024
Akko Acquires Upsie

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All Sports Today
Nov 18th, 2023
THE FIX Embarks on a New Partnership With AKKO To Reinforce Device Protection for Customers

Device repair brand, THE FIX, has announced a new partnership with insurtech company, AKKO, to provide enhanced device protection services.

AKKO
Jul 17th, 2023
Empowering small businesses: AKKO’s partnership with Capital One Business Deals

By partnering with Capital One Business Deals, AKKO is now able to assist Business Deals users in assessing their insurance requirements and providing customized quotes, ensuring businesses have the necessary coverage to safeguard their valuable assets.