Software Developer/Software Engineer in Test

Remotedxb; Dubai; On-site; AED 357,000 - 580,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Professional growth

Job summary

GDIT is seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer to lead testing for software applications. You will design automated test scripts and frameworks, validate data across large datasets, and integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines.

You will also apply performance testing strategies and stay current with QA automation trends. The role requires 5+ years in software development or testing, strong TS/SQL skills, and experience with Playwright, JUnit, JMeter, TestNG, Xray, and relational databases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in software development and/or testing.
• Strong programming skills in TypeScript, Node.js, PL-SQL, or T-SQL.
• Expertise in frameworks such as Playwright, JUnit, JMeter, TestNG, and Xray.
• Experience testing relational databases like Oracle and SQL Server.
• Proficiency with Git and Jira.
• Familiarity with Jenkins and GitLab CI.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define testing scope and project requirements.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts, frameworks, and tools.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans for software applications.
• Create and manage datasets for automated and exploratory data-driven tests using PowerShell, Bash, or SQL.
• Validate data accuracy and consistency across large datasets and systems.
• Conduct exploratory testing and analyze results to identify and document defects.
• Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Implement performance testing strategies to identify software bottlenecks.
• Utilize Generative AI tools and stay current with QA automation trends.

Skills

TypeScript

Node.js

PL-SQL

T-SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE

Tools

Playwright

JUnit

JMeter

TestNG

Xray

Oracle

SQL Server

Git

Jira

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Job description

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define testing scope and project requirements
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts, frameworks, and tools
• Develop and execute detailed test plans for software applications
• Create and manage datasets for automated and exploratory data-driven tests using PowerShell, Bash, or SQL
• Validate data accuracy and consistency across large datasets and systems
• Conduct exploratory testing and analyze results to identify and document defects
• Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines
• Implement performance testing strategies to identify software bottlenecks
• Utilize Generative AI tools and stay current with QA automation trends

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience
• At least 5 years of experience in software development and/or testing
• Strong programming skills in TypeScript, Node.js, PL-SQL, or T-SQL
• Expertise in frameworks such as Playwright, JUnit, JMeter, TestNG, and Xray
• Experience testing relational databases like Oracle and SQL Server
• Proficiency with Git and Jira
• Familiarity with Jenkins and GitLab CI

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with API testing tools like Postman or REST-assured
• Experience testing cloud-based applications on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Ability to work in Agile or Scrum environments
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary and 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Professional growth and training opportunities
• Flexible work options and generous paid time off

About the Company

GDIT is a global technology and professional services company delivering innovative solutions to the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence communities across 50+ countries.