SDET Engineer
Location: Seattle, WA – Hybrid
Duration: Contract Position
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Engage extensively in QA testing across multiple system touch points with a significant focus on automation.
Design, document, and implement comprehensive automated test plans, complemented by strategic manual testing to ensure robust coverage.
Transform requirements documents into detailed automated test scripts and scenarios.
Refine overall testing strategy by integrating advanced automation frameworks and tools.
Understand the complexities of testing in multiple cloud-based application touch points.
Collaborate with analytical teams to develop robust testing packages that include a mix of automated and manual tests.
Implement and manage automated testing frameworks, playing a pivotal role in the continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) processes.
Be adept at handling the changing priorities of a fast-paced environment and communicate to all levels of stakeholders on overall progress.
Strong experience in using functional spreadsheets and scripting for test automation purposes.
Qualifications, Skills, Experience and Personal Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years' experience in a combined role of functional QA and test automation (SDET).
Have a solid proven track record of designing and implementing comprehensive manual and automated test strategies.
Proficient in developing and executing both manual and automated test cases, with a strong emphasis on automation.
Skilled in programming languages commonly used in test automation such as Python, Java, or JavaScript.
Proficient in SCRUM/Agile methodologies, adept at facilitating agile and rapid development cycles.
Proficient in using Jira, TestRail, and familiar with automation tools like Selenium, Cypress, or similar frameworks.
Capable of working independently and collaboratively with diverse teams, including management and stakeholders.
Exceptional time management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
Primary Skills
Manual QA Testing
Automated QA Testing
Selenium
JIRA
Testing
Python
Java
JavaScript