Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks for functional, regression, performance, and integration testing.
• Collaborate with development teams to understand requirements, design test cases, and integrate testing into the CI/CD pipeline.
• Write efficient, reusable, and scalable code using languages such as Java, Python, or C#.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases based on product specifications.
• Identify, report, and track defects using bug tracking tools (e.g., Jira).
• Conduct root cause analysis of defects and provide actionable feedback to development teams.
• Participate in code reviews, ensure best testing practices, and mentor junior QA engineers.
• Work with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner) and security testing as needed.
• Continuously improve test automation frameworks and processes.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in software testing and automation.
• Strong programming skills in Java, Python, C#, or similar languages.
• Experience with automation frameworks like Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, JUnit, Cucumber, or RestAssured.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Good understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with API testing and tools like Postman or SoapUI.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Desirable Skills and Certifications:

• Experience with performance and load testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner.
• Knowledge of containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Certifications such as ISTQB Advanced Level, Certified Agile Tester, or Certified Selenium Professional.
• Experience with security testing and DevSecOps practices.