Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

About the Role:We are looking for a seasoned SDET to help us keep a check on the quality of products. If you are passionate about quality and want to help make an impact in our organisation then we have a perfect role for you!

Responsibilities

• Automation Framework Development: Design, develop, and maintain reusable automation test scripts and frameworks for both web and mobile web using Java, Selenium, and Appium.
• Test Script Execution: Execute automated test scripts, analyze results, and troubleshoot issues for continuous integration and testing cycles.
• Test Case Automation: Work closely with the QA team to convert manual test cases into automated test scripts for regression, functional, and performance testing.
• Cross-Browser and Cross-Platform Testing: Implement automation for cross-browser testing (using Selenium) and cross-platform mobile browser testing (using Appium) to ensure compatibility across different environments and devices.
• Continuous Integration: Integrate automated test scripts with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab) to enable continuous testing in an agile environment.
• Bug Reporting & Documentation: Log and track issues in a bug tracking system (e.g., JIRA), providing clear and detailed reports on findings, along with test coverage metrics and areas of improvement.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with functional testers and other stakeholders to understand requirements and improve automation testing strategies.
• Test Data Management: Ensure the availability of appropriate test data for automated testing and manage test environments effectively.
• Maintenance: Continuously maintain and update automated test scripts to accommodate changes in application functionality and improve testing efficiency.

Requirements

• Strong Programming Skills: Proficient in Java with hands-on experience writing automated test scripts.
• Automation Tools: Expertise in using Selenium for web application automation and Appium for mobile application automation (Android/iOS).
• Test Automation Frameworks: Experience designing and implementing test automation frameworks (e.g., TestNG, JUnit, or Cucumber) for both web and mobile applications.
• Continuous Integration: Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab, or similar for integrating automated tests into the development pipeline.
• Version Control Systems: Proficient in using Git for source code versioning and management.
• Test Case Design: Strong experience in creating and managing test cases, test plans, and related documentation.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills for resolving issues during test automation execution.
• Understanding of SDLC: Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), particularly Agile methodologies and working in Agile teams.

Desired Skills:

• Mobile Testing: Hands-on experience testing and automating applications on mobile browsers using Appium.
• Cloud Testing: Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms (e.g., Sauce Labs, BrowserStack) for cross-browser and cross-device testing.
• CI/CD Automation: Ability to set up and maintain automation scripts in CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing and delivery.
• Version Control Best Practices: Strong knowledge of Git workflows, including branching, merging, and conflict resolution.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 5 years of hands-on experience in test automation using Java, Selenium, and Appium.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work with a talented team in an innovative and collaborative environment

Job Type: Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 6 months

Work Location: In person