Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

IMTF - Excellence in RegTech Solutions; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Hybrid workplace

International exposure

Ownership and development

Paid further education

Job summary

IMTF Group is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with 3–7 years of QA automation experience. The role focuses on building and maintaining web/UI and API automation frameworks using Playwright and Rest Assured, in an Agile environment. Strong TypeScript skills, Docker/Kubernetes exposure, and mentoring abilities are required.

Hybrid work in Bengaluru, India with international exposure. The candidate will drive automation strategy, contribute to CI/CD pipelines, and ensure

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance with hands-on automation
• Experience in UI automation for web apps using Playwright (mandatory)
• Strong API automation experience (REST APIs) with Rest Assured or similar
• Proven ability to develop automation frameworks from scratch
• Proficiency in TypeScript and exposure to Docker/Kubernetes in QA/automation context

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development and maintenance of automation frameworks for web and API testing
• Automate end-to-end, functional test scenarios from scratch
• Analyse automation failures, identify root causes and support dev teams
• Review nightly automation results and communicate defects with insights
• Mentor junior automation engineers and promote best practices
• Collaborate with developers and QA in Agile/Scrum to define test strategies and acceptance criteria
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and QA
• Perform end-to-end testing to ensure timely delivery under pressure
• Ensure adherence to coding standards and quality engineering practices

Skills

Playwright

API automation

Automation frameworks

TypeScript

Docker

Kubernetes

QA mindset

Tools

Jira

qTest

Jenkins

GitHub

Job description

As a leading global software product company in the field of Compliance & Automation, IMTF Group develops cutting‑edge RegTech solutions with a strong focus on Anti‑Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), and Anti‑Fraud. Our mission is to streamline compliance processes and reduce manual effort through the intelligent use of machine learning and data science – helping our clients stay ahead in an increasingly complex regulatory environment.

At IMTF Group, we value innovation, excellence, and continuous learning. We foster a dynamic and collaborative work culture where your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a real difference. If you are an experienced Software Development Engineer in Test with strong technical, analytical, and leadership capabilities, this is your opportunity to grow and thrive with us.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of automation frameworks for web and API testing
• Automate end‑to‑end, functional test scenarios from scratch, ensuring comprehensive coverage and scalability
• Analyse automation test failures, investigate root causes, and support development teams in early defect identification
• Review nightly automation execution results and communicate defects with actionable insights
• Mentor and guide junior automation engineers, promoting best practices and continuous improvement in test automation
• Collaborate with developers and QA teams within an Agile/Scrum environment to define test strategies and acceptance criteria
• Contribute to building reliable CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and quality assurance
• Perform end‑to‑end testing and ensure delivery timelines are met in fast‑paced or high‑pressure situations
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, automation design principles, and quality engineering practices

Requirements

• 3–7 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance with strong, hands‑on expertise in automation engineering
• Proven experience in UI automation for web applications with Playwright expertise (mandatory)
• Strong experience in API automation (REST APIs) using Rest Assured or similar tools
• Demonstrated ability to develop automation frameworks from scratch
• Proficiency in TypeScript
• Exposure to Docker and Kubernetes from a QA/automation perspective
• Strong coding, analytical thinking, and problem‑solving skills
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication and ownership mindset

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with Linux/UNIX and Windows environments
• Hands‑on experience with databases such as Oracle, SQL, or MongoDB
• Experience using test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira and qTest
• Knowledge of build and deployment tools such as Jenkins and GitHub

Benefits

• Make the world safer: Contribute to preventing financial crime and help our customers create a safer world
• Be part of an established RegTech: Make a difference at a leading RegTech company
• International exposure: Expand your horizons by working in a dynamic, multicultural team environment
• Ownership and development: Make an impact and develop yourself by taking on significant ownership and responsibility from the beginning
• Flexible work environment: Enjoy flexible working hours and a hybrid workplace
• Paid further education: Take advantage of opportunities for paid further education to enhance your skills and career growth

At IMTF, we are committed to treating all candidates with respect and equality, regardless of gender, religion, nationality, or any other characteristic. We embrace diversity and inclusion as integral components of our organizational culture, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply and contribute to our team.