SDET with Java (100% Remote from Spain)

UST España & Latam; País Vasco; A distancia; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Backend SDET to join their innovative team. This fully remote position offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in the financial sector. You will lead test automation efforts, design robust frameworks, and collaborate closely with developers to ensure high-quality software delivery. With a focus on continuous improvement and mentorship, you will play a key role in shaping testing practices and driving excellence within the team. Enjoy a supportive work environment that prioritizes work-life balance and offers numerous benefits, including flexible payment options and career growth opportunities.

Servicios

Annual leave plus discretionary days

Healthcare benefits

Training platform access

Career stability

Referral bonuses

Flexible payment options

Work-life balance initiatives

Gym access

Formación

• 6+ years in software development and test automation.
• Strong Java skills and experience with backend automation tools.
• Proven leadership in testing and mentoring.

Responsabilidades

• Design and maintain backend test automation frameworks.
• Lead test strategy creation and execution.
• Mentor junior SDETs and enhance testing processes.

Conocimientos

Java

Test Automation

CI/CD

Performance Testing

Agile Methodologies

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Educación

Degree in Computer Science

Herramientas

Cucumber

Jenkins

GitLab CI

AWS

Descripción del empleo

We are still looking for top talent and would be delighted for you to join our team!

More details: UST is a multinational company based in North America, certified as a Top Employer and Great Place to Work, with over 35,000 employees worldwide and presence in more than 35 countries. We are leaders in digital technology services, providing large-scale technological solutions to major companies.

What are we looking for?

We seek Senior Backend SDET (Software Development Engineers in Testing) with Java to contribute to a project with a global leader in credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings accounts.

High proficiency in English is required.

This is a 100% remote position for candidates located in Spain.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Test Automation Leadership: Design, develop, and maintain advanced backend test automation frameworks for functional, regression, performance, and scalability testing of Java applications.
2. Strategic Test Planning: Lead the creation and execution of comprehensive test strategies and plans, ensuring full feature coverage.
3. Quality Advocacy: Promote best practices in test automation, continuous integration, and deployment within the engineering team.
4. Collaboration: Work closely with mobile software developers to influence design and architecture for testability, ensuring high code quality standards.
5. Performance and Scalability Testing: Design and execute complex performance, load, and scalability tests, identifying bottlenecks and working with the development team to optimize performance.
6. Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior SDETs and quality engineers to enhance their skills in test automation and quality assurance.
7. Continuous Improvement: Improve existing testing processes, tools, and frameworks, incorporating industry trends and technologies.
8. Defect Management: Oversee defect identification, documentation, and tracking, collaborating with development teams for timely resolution.
9. Innovation: Provide technical leadership and market insights, fostering innovation within and across teams.

Mandatory Requirements:

• At least 6 years of experience in software development and test automation, focusing on robust backend automation frameworks.
• Strong Java programming skills.
• Experience with backend automation tools like Cucumber or similar frameworks.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, with hands-on experience using Jenkins or GitLab CI.
• Proven leadership in testing efforts, mentoring, and driving best practices.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Deep knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Understanding of design patterns and principles.
• Experience with Cloud Computing, preferably AWS.
• Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, SAFe).
• Knowledge of accessibility testing and W3C standards.
• Proficiency in English at C1 level or higher.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in regulated environments like banking or fintech.
• Degree in Computer Science.
• AWS certification.
• Knowledge of security testing and tools.

What do we offer?

• 23 days of annual leave plus discretionary days on December 24th and 31st.
• Benefits such as healthcare, internet connectivity, and insurance plans.
• Access to training platforms.
• Career stability and growth opportunities.
• Referral bonuses for successful hires.
• Flexible payment options (12 or 14 payments per year).
• Work-life balance initiatives (flexibility, remote work, summer hours).
• Discounts through UST Club and gym access.

If you're interested, apply now and we’ll contact you with more details. UST is waiting for you!

We are committed to equal opportunity and do not discriminate based on race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or nationality. We especially encourage applicants with a disability certificate to apply.