Senior Software Engineer in Test

AgileEngine; Brasil; Remote; BRL 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Competitive compensation

Job summary

AgileEngine, LLC. is seeking a Lead SDET to architect regression automation and guide testing strategy across the full product release cycle.

The role requires 6+ years in software quality assurance with strong Java, TypeScript, and AI/ML data science model testing capabilities. You will design robust automation frameworks for Web and API layers, lead automation strategy, and coach engineers to embed testing deeper into CI/CD pipelines.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as an SDET Engineer.
• Strong programming skills in Java with a developer-first QA approach.
• Extensive experience using REST Assured for backend testing.
• Hands-on experience with Playwright and CI/CD integration.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain scalable automation frameworks for Web and API.
• Define automation strategy to ensure high test coverage and fast releases.
• Create API automation suites to validate backend microservices.
• Develop frontend automation scripts to ensure top user experience.
• Mentor engineers on testing best practices and quality culture.

Skills

SDET experience

Java

REST Assured

Playwright

CI/CD

Shift-left

QA strategy

Mentoring

Tools

Playwright

JMeter

Gatling

SQL

Job description

We are looking for a Lead SDET to build regression automation and guide the testing strategy across the full product release cycle.

The mandatory requirements are 6+ years of experience in software quality assurance, TypeScript, Gherkin, AI/ML and data science model testing, and an upper-intermediate English level.

What you will do

• Framework Design: Build and maintain scalable, robust automation frameworks from the ground up for both Web and API layers.
• Strategy & Leadership: Define the automation strategy, ensuring high test coverage and reliable release cycles within your squads.
• Backend Validation: Create comprehensive API automation suites to ensure the integrity of microservices.
• Frontend Validation: Implement and manage frontend automation scripts to ensure a top-tier user experience.
• Coaching: Mentor other engineers on testing best practices and foster a "quality-first" culture.

Must haves

• 4+ years of experience as an SDET Engineer.
• Strong programming skills in Java (a "developer-first" approach to QA).
• Extensive experience using REST Assured for backend testing.
• Proven hands-on experience with Playwright.
• Deep understanding of the "shift-left" approach and integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to work independently and provide technical direction on quality initiatives.

Nice to haves

• Previous experience in the Loyalty or Fintech sectors.
• Experience with performance or load testing (e.g., JMeter or Gatling).
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and SQL for data validation within test scripts.
• Experience working with mocking frameworks.
• Growth without limits: build your skills through mentorship, internal TechTalks, challenging projects, and a dedicated annual learning budget
• Competitive compensation: get recognition that reflects your skills and impact, with regular performance and compensation reviews
• Flexibility: work 100% remotely with flexible hours that support focus, autonomy, and a healthy work rhythm
• Meaningful, modern projects: build impactful products using modern technologies alongside global teams and leading brands
• Collaborative culture: join a supportive environment with zero micromanagement where ideas are welcomed and contributions are recognized
• Well-being & support: access local well-being programs and people-focused support tailored to your location