As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), you'll develop automated tests, ensure adherence to quality principles, resolve technical issues, and improve internal processes.
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Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
In this role, you will be responsible for the development and maintenance of automated tests for existing solutions and new features . You will apply knowledge of software engineering practices to provide input and feedback to deliver defect-free applications.
What You Will Do
As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), you will:
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will also:
We're Excited to Learn More About You
The Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) position requirements include:
The Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) position requires:
Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
In this role, you will be responsible for the development and maintenance of automated tests for existing solutions and new features . You will apply knowledge of software engineering practices to provide input and feedback to deliver defect-free applications.
What You Will Do
As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), you will:
- Develop automated tests from manual test cases using modern frameworks
- Ensure test design adheres to guiding principles for architecture and quality
- Resolve technical issues and address risks to prevent high severity issues
- Maintain technical documentation relating to test architecture, design steps, integration processes, or procedures
- Proactively communicate with individuals across teams and countries
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will also:
- Support the team with complex technical problem solving
- Contribute to technical decisions by identifying opportunities and risks
- Support with continuous improvement of internal processes and documentation
We're Excited to Learn More About You
The Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) position requirements include:
- 3 + years of experience with automated testing using object-oriented programming languages , including Ruby
- Practical experience with automated testing across UI and/or API layers using frameworks and tools such as RSpec and Watir
- Knowledge of common automated testing tools
- General knowledge of microservices, cloud computing, and related technologies
- Ability to develop test strategies and quality gating within CI/CT/CD pipelines
- Openness to or experience working to support transformation from manual testing to automated testing
The Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) position requires:
- 8 + years of experience with automated testing using object-oriented programming languages , including Ruby
- Advanced knowledge of automated testing across UI and/or API layers using frameworks and tools such as RSpec and Watir
- Advanced knowledge of common automated testing tools
- K nowledge of microservices, cloud computing, and related technologies
- Demonstrated ability to develop and enhance test strategies, including quality gating within CI/CT/CD pipelines
- Demonstrated ability to advance technical discussions, debates, and reviews based on knowledge of software engineering and testing practices
Top Skills
AWS
Azure
Docker
GCP
Jmeter
K6
Kubernetes
Rspec
Ruby
Watir
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