The Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) will design and maintain automation frameworks, conduct API testing, execute automated tests, and collaborate with teams to ensure quality standards are met.
Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) – Automation
Location: Remote (Jamaica and Caribbean)
About QualityWorks
At QualityWorks Consulting Group, we’re redefining how quality engineering is done. Our team of innovators and collaborators partners with global clients to deliver scalable solutions, drive automation excellence, and raise the bar for software quality.
We believe in more than bug detection, we build frameworks, optimize processes, and engineer quality into every stage of development.
Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with a strong focus on automation, backend validation, and API testing. In this role, you’ll design test automation frameworks, validate complex systems, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performing products.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain automation frameworks for web, mobile, and backend systems.
- Lead API and backend testing (REST, GraphQL, Postman, Swagger, etc.).
- Develop and execute automated tests using:
- Web Automation: Cypress (JavaScript-based end-to-end testing)
- Mobile Automation: Maestro (YAML-based with embedded JavaScript syntax for logic handling) - Execute manual and automated functional, integration, and regression testing.
- Partner with developers and product managers to identify risks and ensure early defect resolution.
- Contribute to deployment readiness, hotfix verification, and production issue troubleshooting.
- Define and track quality metrics to improve reliability and performance.
- Research, recommend, and implement best practices in test automation and quality engineering.
Required Skills & Experience
- 2–3 years’ experience in QA automation, SDET, or backend-focused testing.
- Proven expertise in API and backend testing.
- 1–2 years of experience in mobile automation, ideally with Maestro or comparable tools such as Appium, Espresso, or XCUITest.
- Comfort writing YAML-based automation scripts with lightweight JavaScript logic.
- Familiarity with mobile build tools (Android Studio, Xcode
- Hands-on experience with automation tools (WebDriverIO, Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar).
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and the SDLC.
- Familiarity with test management and defect tracking tools (Jira, TestRail, or similar).
- Analytical mindset with the ability to design test scenarios and datasets.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills with a passion for quality.
Preferred Qualifications
- ISTQB, AWS, or other relevant certifications.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and cloud environments.
- Experience defining quality KPIs and standards across applications.
Why Join Us?
- Work with top global clients and cutting-edge technologies.
- A flexible, remote-first culture that values autonomy, collaboration, and growth.
- Continuous learning opportunities in advanced automation, APIs, performance, and DevOps.
- A dynamic team environment where innovation and creativity thrive.
Apply now and become a driving force in building scalable, automation-driven solutions that set new standards for quality.
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