Software Developer in Test (SDET)

SDET

The Software Developer in Test (SDET) is a valuable member of our agile development team responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products. As SDET, you will work closely with senior test engineers, software developers, product owners, and quality control engineers to design, develop, execute, and maintain comprehensive test strategies and frameworks. Your role will involve designing, developing, and executing manual and automated tests and frameworks, ensuring the efficient and timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Technical Expertise: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers and product owners, to understand user stories, features, and epics, and contribute to developing acceptance and testing criteria. Participate in sprint planning and estimation sessions to determine the testing scope and effort required. Report and document test results and defects, following established processes and guidelines. Collaborate with the team to track and analyze testing metrics, such as tests executed and defects identified, to contribute to overall testing effectiveness. Assist with defect root cause analysis.

• Teamwork: Support the QC team members in achieving product release delivery goals.

• Execution/Results: Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining manual and automated test suites, test cases, and test scripts. Execute manual tests and assist in the execution of automated tests to validate software functionality and identify and report defects. Work closely with senior test engineers and software developers to investigate, debug, and resolve software defects, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products.

• Continuous improvement: Contribute to continuously improving testing processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance software quality and efficiency. Stay updated with industry best practices, emerging trends, and new technologies related to software testing.

• Communication: Communicate effectively with software developers, product owners, QC team members, and other stakeholders to understand user stories, resolve issues, and provide status updates on testing activities. Articulate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely. Participate in team meetings and discussions, giving insight and contributing to decision-making processes.

• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

• 3-5 years of experience in software testing is preferred.

• Experience designing and implementing comprehensive test plans, test cases, and scripts.

• Basic understanding of testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks.

• Proficient in manual testing techniques and methodologies.

• Basic understanding of agile software development methodologies and practices.

• Proficient in creating SQL queries for test validation.

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail.

• Good communication and collaboration abilities, with a team-oriented mindset.

• Experience with automation testing, using tools such as Coded UI, Selenium, Microfocus UFT formerly Quick Test Professional, JMeter, Soap UI, and Postman.

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of the following: Oracle or rational DBs, SQL, UNIX/LINUX user commands/editors/shell scripts, web services, batch file scripting & testing java based applications.

• Experience with Jira or similar Agile product management tools.

• Experience with TestRail or other test case management systems.

• Some software development experience.

• Strong willingness to learn and grow in the field of software testing.

Production Support/On-Call Duties:

As a key member of our engineering team, you will address escalated production issues from customer support. Your responsibilities will include:

 Participating in a rotational on-call schedule to handle significant production issues.

 Rapidly diagnosing and resolving technical challenges that arise in production.

 Collaborating with customer support and engineering teams for seamless issue resolution.

 Maintaining clear communication and documentation during and after incidents.

 Leveraging these experiences to contribute to continuous process improvement.