Senior Software Engineer in Test (SDET)

Anblicks; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Anblicks is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Test (SDET) in Hyderabad, India. In this role, you will design and maintain robust automated test frameworks for complex enterprise systems, ensuring high-quality software delivery in Agile environments.

You must have 5–8 years of experience in QA and/or software development, proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, and strong knowledge of API testing and test automation frameworks.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in QA and/or software development.
• Strong hands-on programming skills in multiple languages.
• Proven experience designing complex test automation frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Own high-complexity testing assignments across multiple projects.
• Architect and enhance enterprise-grade test automation frameworks.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Programming skills in Java, Python, JavaScript

Test automation frameworks design

API testing

Agile/Scrum practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

JIRA

Git

Job description

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer in Test (SDET)

Function: Quality Engineering / Testing

Location: Hyderabad, India

Experience: 5–8 Years

About Anblicks

Anblicks is a cloud data engineering and analytics company helping enterprises modernize their data ecosystems using Cloud, Data Engineering, AI/ML, and Advanced Analytics solutions. We build scalable, secure, and high-performance systems for global enterprises across industries.

Role Summary

As a Senior SDET, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust automated test frameworks for complex enterprise systems. You will work closely with development, DevOps, and product teams to ensure high-quality software delivery in Agile environments. This role requires strong programming skills, automation framework expertise, and experience testing multi-tier, cloud-native, and distributed systems. You will “write software that tests software” while ensuring quality integration across enterprise data and cloud platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Strategy & Automation Ownership
  
  
  
  • Own high-complexity testing assignments across multiple projects.
  
  
  • Design and implement scalable, reusable automation frameworks.
  
  
  • Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, standards, and procedures.
  
  
  • Promote automation-first testing practices across UI, API, data, and integration layers.
  
  
  
  


• Technical Test Engineering
  
  
  
  • Analyze complex enterprise systems and create effective manual and automated test solutions.
  
  
  • Develop automated tests for multi-tier, microservices-based, and cloud-native applications.
  
  
  • Maintain documentation of test results to support debugging and system improvements.
  
  
  • Analyze test failures and recommend corrective actions.
  
  
  • Ensure regression coverage and performance validation for new releases.
  
  
  
  


• Framework Architecture & Code Quality
  
  
  
  • Architect and enhance enterprise-grade test automation frameworks using industry-standard tools and languages.
  
  
  • Demonstrate mastery in object-oriented design, design patterns, and data structures.
  
  
  • Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing.
  
  
  • Provide accurate effort estimation for automation and testing tasks.
  
  
  
  


• Collaboration & Technical Leadership
  
  
  
  • Partner with developers to resolve defects and improve code quality.
  
  
  • Provide technical feedback on development tools, programming languages, and system performance.
  
  
  • Serve as SME for testing practices within assigned product lines.
  
  
  • Communicate effectively across engineering teams and stakeholders.
  
  
  
  


• Continuous Improvement
  
  
  
  • Stay updated with modern automation tools, frameworks, and testing methodologies.
  
  
  • Improve efficiency, coverage, and reliability of automated test suites.
  
  
  • Contribute to Agile ceremonies and quality improvement initiatives.
  
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in QA and/or software development.


• Strong hands‑on programming skills in multiple languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar).


• Proven experience designing and maintaining complex test automation frameworks.


• Deep understanding of Object-Oriented Design principles, Data structures and algorithms, Version control systems (Git-based workflows), Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).


• Experience testing multi-tier, distributed, and cloud-based systems.


• Strong knowledge of API testing, integration testing, and regression testing.


• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.


• Experience using JIRA or other SDLC management tools.


• Strong analytical and debugging skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.


• Experience integrating automated testing within CI/CD pipelines.


• Experience testing cloud-native applications (AWS/Azure/GCP).


• Exposure to data engineering, analytics platforms, or AI/ML systems.


• Proven record of designing scalable automation frameworks from scratch.