Role & seniority: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) II

Stack/tools: Java/Python/C#; Selenium, Appium, TestNG/JUnit/PyTest; REST API testing (Postman); Git; CI/CD (Jenkins, GitLab CI); SDLC/Agile; basic cloud/container tools (optional add-ons)

Top 3 responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test cases for web, mobile, and API apps
Analyze requirements, develop test strategies, identify coverage gaps, and collaborate with developers to improve testability
Execute manual and automated tests, report defects, track issues, and integrate tests into CI/CD; participate in code reviews and mentor juniors

Must-have skills

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering or related field
3–5 years in software testing and automation
Proficiency in at least one programming language (Java, Python, C#)
Hands-on with Selenium, Appium, TestNG/JUnit/PyTest; API testing with Postman or equivalents
Git and CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, GitLab CI); understanding of SDLC and Agile
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Nice-to-haves

Cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Database testing and SQL; performance and security testing

Location & work type: Location not specified; work type not disclosed

Full Description

Job Title: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) - II

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and motivated SDET-II to join our dynamic engineering team. As an SDET-II, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products by designing, developing, and executing automated tests. You will collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable, and high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test cases for web, mobile, and API applications.
Collaborate with developers to ensure testability and drive best practices in software engineering and quality assurance.
Analyze requirements, develop comprehensive test strategies, and identify test coverage gaps.
Execute manual and automated tests, report defects, and track issues to closure.
Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes.
Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance on test automation and quality assurance.
Investigate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to improve test efficiency and effectiveness.
Work closely with DevOps to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
3-5 years of experience in software testing and automation.
Strong programming skills in at least one language (e.g., Java, Python, C#).
Hands-on experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Appium, TestNG, JUnit, PyTest).
Proficient in testing RESTful APIs and using tools like Postman or similar.
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).
Solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Experience with performance and security testing is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in cloud-based environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Familiarity with containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
Knowledge of database testing and SQL.

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