SDET - CI/CD & Desktop Release Automation

Autodesk, Inc.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Autodesk, Inc. in Sheffield is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test for a hybrid role. You will craft test automation, build and improve CI/CD pipelines, and support desktop packaging and release validation.

The position emphasizes collaboration with software engineers and cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates have strong test automation experience, familiarity with Windows desktop apps, and proficiency in scripting and modern CI/CD tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, PowerShell, C#, Java or similar for test automation.
• Experience developing automated tests for software applications.
• Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and tools (Jenkins, CloudBees CI, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
• Understanding of Git and common software development workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain test automation for desktop platform.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and release workflows.
• Automate Windows desktop packaging, signing, and release validation.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose build, test, and environment issues; improve test reliability.
• Review requirements and test plans; contribute to test strategy and plans.

Skills

Test automation

CI/CD pipelines

Git/GH Actions

Debugging

Scripting (PowerShell)

JavaScript/TypeScript

Windows desktop

Collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Jenkins

CloudBees CI

GitHub Actions

Azure DevOps

Job description

Autodesk, Inc. in Sheffield is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test for a hybrid role. You will craft test automation, build and improve CI/CD pipelines, and support desktop packaging and release validation.

The position emphasizes collaboration with software engineers and cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates have strong test automation experience, familiarity with Windows desktop apps, and proficiency in scripting and modern CI/CD tools.