Software Development Engineer in Test

Skillz; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Skillz, based in Bengaluru, is seeking an SDET to join our team and help build, test, and maintain automated coverage for backend services and the mobile app. You will perform manual testing, drive in-sprint automation, and ensure quality throughout the sprint, while collaborating with a product engineering pod.

Ideal candidates have 3–6 years in SDET, hands-on programming in Java/Python/JS, CI/CD experience (Jenkins or GitHub Actions), and comfort with AI-assisted testing.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in SDET roles, with a blend of manual testing and test automation.
• Hands-on programming experience in Java, Python, or JavaScript.
• Experience writing, maintaining, and extending tests within an existing automation framework for UI, API, integration, or backend testing.
• Strong manual testing fundamentals across functional, regression, system, end-to-end, exploratory, and BVT testing.
• Experience testing features within an Agile or Scrum sprint cycle.
• Practical exposure to CI/CD test integration using Jenkins or GitHub Actions.
• Good debugging and root-case analysis skills, including the ability to triage test failures and flaky tests.
• Working knowledge of test data management and test environment upkeep.
• Experience using AI tools to support test creation, expand coverage, or accelerate debugging.
• Clear written communication, especially documenting reproducible defects, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a pod or Scrum team.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in real-money gaming (RMG) or B2C companies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, stabilize, and extend existing BVT and regression automation suites across backend services and the mobile app. Triage flaky tests, fix breakages, and improve suite reliability.
• Build in-sprint automation by converting prioritized feature and regression test cases into automated coverage.
• Perform day-to-day manual testing, including feature and sprint testing, BVT execution, regression, and exploratory testing. Provide timely release feedback and sign-off.
• Maintain QA tooling and test infrastructure, including test data, test environments, and reporting, so the pod can test without delays.
• Keep automated tests running in CI/CD pipelines, investigate failures, identify root causes, and report clear, reproducible defects.
• Partner with developers on API and integration checks to identify issues earlier in the development cycle.
• Use AI tools such as Claude, Cursor, Copilot, and other LLM-based tools to support test authoring, debugging, and maintenance.
• Keep test cases, suites, and documentation current, and contribute reusable utilities that reduce ongoing maintenance.

Skills

Manual testing

Test automation

Java

Python

JavaScript

Agile Scrum

Debugging

Collaboration

AI tools usage

Tools

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

CI/CD tooling

AI testing tools

Job description

About the Role:

If you want to build, develop, and see your impact, join Skillz and level up your Career!

Skillz, the first publicly-traded mobile eSports platform that hosts billions of casual mobile gaming tournaments for millions of players worldwide, is revolutionizing the gaming industry. By fostering social competition within games, the Skillz platform helps developers build multi-million dollar franchises by enabling real-money activity in their games and providing operational support while connecting players through fair, enjoyable, and meaningful competition.

At Skillz, we understand the thrill of achievement and the satisfaction of overcoming challenges. Want to join a team made up of alums from Apple, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Tesla, Twitter (X), Roblox, Zynga, Samsung, Lyft, EA , Riot, Nexon, Gameskraft, PlayStation, Unity, Scopely, Tinder, Intel, Deloitte, EY , Twitch, DraftKings, Wynn Resorts and more? Learn more to see if Skillz is the right fit for your next career move!

We’re looking for an SDET with a strong mix of hands‑on manual testing and test automation experience. You’ll work closely with a product engineering pod to maintain reliable test suites, automate new feature coverage, and support quality throughout the sprint.

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain, stabilize, and extend existing BVT and regression automation suites across backend services and the mobile app. Triage flaky tests, fix breakages, and improve suite reliability.
• Build in-sprint automation by converting prioritized feature and regression test cases into automated coverage.
• Perform day-to-day manual testing, including feature and sprint testing, BVT execution, regression, and exploratory testing. Provide timely release feedback and sign-off.
• Maintain QA tooling and test infrastructure, including test data, test environments, and reporting, so the pod can test without delays.
• Keep automated tests running in CI/CD pipelines, investigate failures, identify root causes, and report clear, reproducible defects.
• Partner with developers on API and integration checks to identify issues earlier in the development cycle.
• Use AI tools such as Claude, Cursor, Copilot, and other LLM-based tools to support test authoring, debugging, and maintenance.
• Keep test cases, suites, and documentation current, and contribute reusable utilities that reduce ongoing maintenance.

What We’re Looking For:

• 3–6 years of experience in SDET roles, with a blend of manual testing and test automation.
• Hands‑on programming experience in at least one language, such as Java, Python, or JavaScript.
• Experience writing, maintaining, and extending tests within an existing automation framework for UI, API, integration, or backend testing.
• Strong manual testing fundamentals across functional, regression, system, end‑to‑end, exploratory, and BVT testing.
• Experience testing features within an Agile or Scrum sprint cycle.
• Practical exposure to CI/CD test integration using tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions.
• Good debugging and root‑cause analysis skills, including the ability to triage test failures and flaky tests.
• Working knowledge of test data management and test environment upkeep.
• Experience using AI tools to support test creation, expand coverage, or accelerate debugging.
• Clear written communication, especially when documenting reproducible defects, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a pod or Scrum team.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in real-money gaming (RMG) or B2C companies.

Note: Ability to work from the Bangalore office 4 days per week.

Learn More About Skillz:

Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance .