Software Development Engineer in Test

Weekday; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekday in Bengaluru is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test at mid-senior level. You will design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for the JavaScript/TypeScript stack, and lead API and load testing using Rest Assured and K6.

Front-end automation with Playwright will validate user experiences across browsers. You will integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines, mentor junior QA engineers, and drive test coverage improvements as part of a collaborative Agile team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in software testing or quality engineering.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, and modern test automation frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with API testing using Rest Assured or equivalent tools.
• Knowledge of performance testing with K6 or similar load testing platforms.
• Practical expertise using Playwright for automated browser testing.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement end-to-end test automation solutions using JavaScript and TypeScript.
• Develop and maintain API test suites with Rest Assured, ensuring comprehensive coverage of RESTful services.
• Create performance and load test scenarios using K6, analyzing results to optimize application scalability.
• Automate browser interactions and UI validations with Playwright across multiple platforms.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring rapid feedback cycles for developers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate product requirements into testable specifications.
• Analyze test results, debug failures, and provide actionable insights to product and development teams.
• Mentor and review peer test code, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
• Stay current with industry trends, evaluating new tools and frameworks for potential adoption.
• Document test architecture, processes, and best practices for knowledge sharing.

Skills

Test automation

CI/CD

JavaScript

TypeScript

API testing

Load testing

Debugging

Tools

Playwright

Rest Assured

K6

Job description

This role is for one of our clients

Industry: Software Development

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Min Experience: 3+ years
Location: Bengaluru
JobType: full-time

₹15,00,000 - ₹25,00,000 a year

As a Software Development Engineer in Test, you will design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts to ensure high-quality software delivery, focusing on JavaScript and TypeScript stack. You will lead the creation of robust API and load test suites using Rest Assured and K6, while also automating front‑end interactions with Playwright to validate user experiences across multiple browsers. Working closely with product and development teams, you will translate functional requirements into scalable, reusable test modules, implement continuous integration pipelines, and drive test coverage improvements. Your role will also involve troubleshooting test failures, providing detailed defect analysis, and mentoring junior QA engineers to adopt best practices and emerging testing tools. By integrating cutting‑edge validation techniques, you will help maintain the reliability and performance standards essential for our rapidly evolving product suite.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement end‑to‑end test automation solutions using JavaScript and TypeScript.
• Develop and maintain API test suites with Rest Assured, ensuring comprehensive coverage of RESTful services.
• Create performance and load test scenarios using K6, analyzing results to optimize application scalability.
• Automate browser interactions and UI validations with Playwright across multiple platforms.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring rapid feedback cycles for developers.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate product requirements into testable specifications.
• Analyze test results, debug failures, and provide actionable insights to product and development teams.
• Mentor and review peer test code, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
• Stay current with industry trends, evaluating new tools and frameworks for potential adoption.
• Document test architecture, processes, and best practices for knowledge sharing.

What makes you a great fit

• 3+ years of experience in software testing or quality engineering.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, and modern test automation frameworks.
• Hands‑on experience with API testing using Rest Assured or equivalent tools.
• Knowledge of performance testing with K6 or similar load testing platforms.
• Practical expertise using Playwright for automated browser testing.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling.
• Excellent debugging, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an Agile environment.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Passion for continuous learning and staying updated on testing technologies.