Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to lead the design and implementation of scalable test automation solutions. This role is critical in ensuring the reliability, performance, and overall quality of our cloud software products. The successful candidate will leverage deep expertise in automated testing frameworks and cloud-native technologies, particularly Kubernetes and microservices, to deliver comprehensive testing and automation strategies that support our organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Define, document, and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for functional, regression, and integration testing.
• Design and implement end-to-end automation frameworks and strategies.
• Test microservices for reliability, performance, and scalability, including validation of service contracts and dependencies.
• Develop and maintain robust test automation frameworks for microservice and UI testing.
• Create and execute API test automation using Rest Assured or similar tools.
• Conduct exploratory, functional, and usability testing where automation is not applicable.
• Identify, document, and ensure timely resolution of defects.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate test suites into Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Ensure automation scripts run seamlessly during build, test, and deployment processes.
• Work closely with developers, QA, and product managers to align testing strategies with project goals.
• Generate and share detailed test reports and metrics with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in software testing, encompassing both manual and automation testing.
• Strong familiarity with Kubernetes and containerized applications.
• Proficiency in Java programming language.
• Experience with UI test automation tools such as Selenium or Playwright.
• Hands-on expertise in API testing tools like Rest Assured, Postman, or similar.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or Argo CD.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and reliability.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or Gatling.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

Experience

• Over 10 years of relevant experience in software testing, including leadership in automation and manual testing.
• Proven experience working with microservices architecture and cloud-native technologies.

Environment

• Full-time position based in Chennai.
• Hybrid work mode combining remote and in-office work.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment focused on innovation and quality.

Salary

• Estimated salary: ₹2,000,000 INR per annum.

Benefits

• Not specified.