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SDET Engineer (Senior) ID50251

AgileEngine Sorocaba, São Paulo, Brazil

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Salary: 5000 compa

Posted Feb 12, 2026Apply by Mar 14, 2026

Role & seniority: Senior SDET Engineer

Stack/tools: Java; REST Assured for API automation; Playwright for frontend automation; automation frameworks for Web/API/microservices; CI/CD integration; shift-left testing approach

Top 3 responsibilities

  1. Build and maintain scalable automation frameworks for Web and API layers

  2. Define automation strategy to ensure high test coverage and reliable release cycles

  3. Develop API automation suites and frontend automation scripts; mentor engineers on testing best practices

Must-have skills

  • 4+ years as an SDET

  • Strong Java development with QA mindset

  • Experience with REST Assured

  • Hands-on Playwright for frontend automation

  • Shift-left mindset and CI/CD integration

  • Ability to work independently and provide technical quality direction

  • Upper-intermediate English

Nice-to-haves

  • Loyalty or Fintech domain experience

  • Performance/load testing (JMeter, Gatling)

  • Cloud infrastructure exposure and SQL validation within tests

  • Experience with mocking frameworks

Location & work type: Flextime with remote and office options; no fixed location specified; role supports remote/hybrid work arrangements

Full Description

AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.

WHY JOIN US If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!

ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a Senior SDET Engineer to build and scale automation foundations that directly ensure product reliability and high-quality releases. In this role, you’ll lead automation strategy across web, API, and microservices, combining Java-driven engineering, CI/CD integration, and modern testing practices to influence how quality is built from day one. This opportunity stands out for its strong technical ownership, leadership impact, and the chance to shape a true quality-first culture across squads.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Build and maintain scalable, robust automation frameworks from the ground up for both Web and API layers;

  • Define the automation strategy, ensuring high test coverage and reliable release cycles within squads;

  • Create comprehensive API automation suites to ensure the integrity of microservices;

  • Implement and manage frontend automation scripts to ensure a top-tier user experience;

  • Mentor other engineers on testing best practices and foster a quality-first culture.

MUST HAVES

  • 4+ years of experience as an SDET Engineer;

  • Strong programming skills in Java with a developer-first approach to QA;

  • Extensive experience using REST Assured for API automation;

  • Proven hands-on experience with Playwright for frontend automation;

  • Deep understanding of the shift-left approach and integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines;

  • Ability to work independently and provide technical direction on quality initiatives;

  • Upper-intermediate English level.

NICE TO HAVES

  • Previous experience in Loyalty or Fintech domains;

  • Experience with performance or load testing tools such as JMeter or Gatling;

  • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and SQL for data validation within test scripts;

  • Experience working with mocking frameworks.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

Professional growth: Mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.

Competitive compensation: USD-based pay with education, fitness, and team activity budgets.

Exciting projects: Modern solutions with Fortune 500 and top product companies.

Flextime: Flexible schedule with remote and office options.

JavaREST AssuredPlaywrightCI/CDAPI AutomationWeb AutomationMicroservicesShift-LeftJMeterGatlingSQLmulti-location

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