SDET POST NUMBER: 477961
We are seeking an experienced Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to support enterprise digital banking and internal application testing efforts. This individual will focus heavily on automation testing, test framework development, and improving overall software quality across web and mobile platforms.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automated testing, hands-on scripting experience, and the ability to work closely with developers, business analysts, and QA teams in a large enterprise environment.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain automated test scripts and testing frameworks
- Execute automated and manual functional, regression, integration, and smoke testing
- Support testing efforts for web applications, mobile applications, APIs, and backend systems
- Analyze business and technical requirements to develop effective test scenarios and test cases
- Identify, document, and track software defects through resolution
- Collaborate with developers and QA analysts to troubleshoot issues and improve product quality
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives
- Maintain testing documentation, test results, and automation reporting
- Assist with continuous improvement initiatives across the Quality Assurance organization
- Ensure applications meet performance, usability, and quality standards prior to production deployment
Required Qualifications
- 4 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Software Testing
- 3 years of hands-on automation testing experience
- Strong experience with automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar tools
- Experience creating and maintaining automation frameworks
- Experience testing REST APIs and backend services
- Working knowledge of Java, JavaScript, C#, or similar scripting/programming languages
- Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as ALM or qTest
- Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, and Agile methodologies
- Experience testing web and mobile applications
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience within banking, financial services, or highly regulated environments
- Experience supporting enterprise digital platforms
- Knowledge of mobile automation testing tools
- Familiarity with SQL and database validation testing
- Exposure to large enterprise QA environments and release cycles
Technical Environment
- Selenium
- Cypress
- Playwright
- qTest
- ALM
- REST API Testing
- Web & Mobile Digital Applications
- Agile Environment
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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