About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H4 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Summary</b></H4> </div><div><p>We are seeking a <strong>Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) – AI & Automation</strong> to lead the delivery of high-quality software through an <strong>automation-first, AI-enabled quality engineering approach</strong>.</p> <p>This role owns <strong>end-to-end quality delivery</strong>, driving <strong>test strategy, automation frameworks, and execution</strong> across <strong>web, mobile, desktop, API, and data platforms</strong>. The candidate will be responsible for improving <strong>test coverage, release velocity, and product quality</strong>, while leading the team in adopting modern testing practices.</p> <p>The ideal candidate combines <strong>strong technical expertise, hands-on execution, and leadership capability</strong>, with the ability to design scalable frameworks and drive team execution.</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Own and drive <strong>end-to-end quality delivery</strong> for assigned systems or modules</li> <li>Define and implement <strong>automation-first testing strategy</strong> across UI, API, mobile, and desktop layers</li> <li>Design, build, and maintain <strong>scalable, reusable automation frameworks (Playwright/API-first preferred)</strong></li> <li>Develop and execute <strong>automated and manual tests</strong> across: <ul> <li>Functional testing</li> <li>API testing</li> <li>Integration testing</li> <li>Performance/load testing</li> </ul> </li> <li>Ensure <strong>comprehensive test coverage</strong> aligned with risk and business impact</li> <li>Lead and guide team members in <strong>test execution, automation, and delivery</strong></li> <li>Drive improvements in: <ul> <li><strong>Test execution efficiency</strong></li> <li><strong>Automation coverage</strong></li> <li><strong>Release cycle time</strong></li> </ul> </li> <li>Integrate automated tests into <strong>CI/CD pipelines</strong> for continuous validation</li> <li>Analyze defects and failures using logs, data, and structured debugging approaches</li> <li>Implement <strong>shift-left and risk-based testing practices</strong></li> <li>Collaborate with Dev, Product, and DevOps to ensure <strong>testability and quality throughout lifecycle</strong></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Additional Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Build or contribute to <strong>AI-assisted testing workflows</strong> (test generation, failure analysis, etc.)</li> <li>Explore and implement <strong>automation accelerators, tools, and reusable utilities</strong></li> <li>Mentor and coach team members to improve <strong>automation and testing maturity</strong></li> <li>Drive adoption of <strong>best practices, standards, and reusable frameworks</strong></li> <li>Participate in <strong>planning, estimation, and delivery tracking</strong></li> <li>Lead <strong>root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives</strong></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Education</b></H2> </div><div><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. required </li></ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Work Experience</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Minimum 5 years of experience in <strong>software testing and quality engineering</strong></li> <li>Strong hands-on experience in: <ul> <li><strong>Test automation development (UI + API)</strong></li> <li><strong>Automation framework design and implementation</strong></li> </ul> </li> <li>Experience working across <strong>web, mobile, and/or desktop applications</strong></li> <li>Solid experience in <strong>API testing and automation (REST-based systems)</strong></li> <li>Experience in <strong>performance or load testing concepts/tools</strong></li> <li>Proven experience in <strong>driving test execution and delivery within a team</strong></li> <li>Experience working in <strong>Agile/Scrum environments</strong></li> <li>Strong programming experience in <strong>Java, Python, or JavaScript/TypeScript</strong></li> <li>Experience integrating testing into <strong>CI/CD pipelines</strong></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Excellent written, critical reading, and oral communication skills</li> <li>Ability to work independently, multi-task and thrive in fast-paced environment</li> <li>Strong problem-solving skills including root cause failure analysis methods</li> <li>Experience with tools such as <strong>Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, Appium, RestAssured</strong></li> <li>Exposure to <strong>AI-assisted testing, prompt engineering, or LLM-based workflows</strong></li> <li>Experience with <strong>agent-based automation or MCP/context-driven systems</strong></li> <li>Familiarity with <strong>microservices architecture and distributed systems</strong></li> <li>Knowledge of <strong>performance testing tools (JMeter, etc.)</strong></li> <li>Understanding of <strong>test data management and environment management</strong></li> <li>Experience building <strong>internal QA tools or productivity accelerators</strong></li> </ul> <p><strong> <span style="color:azure">#LI-PS1</span></strong></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>License and Certifications</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>ISTQB or equivalent certification preferred</li> <li>Certifications in <strong>test automation, performance testing, or AI/ML fundamentals</strong> are a plus</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Travel Requirements</b></H2> </div><div><div>10%: Up to 26 business days per year</div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Additional Requirements</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Adaptable to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.</li> <li>Must maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations</li> <li>Maintain high attention to detail, accuracy, and overall quality of work</li> <li>Must be able to multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize</li> <li>Ability to make independent and sound judgments</li> <li>Observe and interpret situations, analyze and solve problems</li> <li>Strong ownership and accountability mindset</li> <li>Ability to drive <strong>execution and delivery outcomes independently</strong></li> <li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li> <li>Ability to influence cross-functional teams</li> <li>Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking</li> <li>Passion for building <strong>high-quality, scalable systems</strong></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What We Offer</b></H2> </div><div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Shift</b></H2> </div><div></div></div></div>