Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) - Remote

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to lead the design and implementation of an automation-first testing strategy for a modernized enterprise platform. This role is responsible for building test automation frameworks as a core engineering function, embedding quality into the software lifecycle, and enabling scalable, reliable CI/CD-driven validation.

In Short

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks for UI, API, and data layers
• Define and enforce automation standards, patterns, and best practices across teams
• Lead the shift-left testing strategy by partnering with developers to improve testability & design
• Build API-first, contract, and integration tests for microservices-based architectures
• Implement automated validation for ETL pipelines, data migrations, and reporting accuracy
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, enforcing quality gates for deployments
• Perform root cause analysis by debugging test failures at the code and data level
• Reduce dependency on manual regression testing through automation coverage and tooling
• Mentor other test engineers in automation engineering and framework usage
• Evaluate and introduce modern testing tools and techniques as appropriate.

Requirements

• US Citizenship required
• Active IRS Minimum Background Investigation (MBI)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of experience in test automation and software engineering
• Strong proficiency in Java and test framework development
• Extensive experience with API and microservices testing
• Strong SQL skills and experience validating complex data transformations
• Experience testing applications deployed in OpenShift / Kubernetes environments
• Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Git-based workflows, and automated quality gates
• Ability to operate as a technical leader and influence engineering practices

Benefits

• This is a remote position that REQUIRES you live in the 48 contiguous states