Software Development Engineer in Test

HELLA; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

FORVIA HELLA is seeking a Senior SDET in Gurugram, India to design and develop scalable test automation across UI, API, and end-to-end testing. The role emphasizes Python development with Pytest, Selenium, Playwright, Appium, and CI/CD in AWS environments, plus AI-assisted tooling.

Ideal candidates will have 6–8+ years of testing experience, strong debugging skills, and collaboration in an Agile setting. The position is on-site in Gurugram, with opportunities for growth in automation strategy

Qualifications

• 6–8+ years of experience in software testing or SDET roles.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Strong Python programming and object-oriented design skills.
• Experience with Pytest and test automation architectures.
• REST API testing and automation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks for UI, API, and end-to-end testing.
• Define test automation strategies, coverage, and risk-based testing.
• Develop automated tests using Python, Pytest, Selenium, Playwright, and Appium.
• Integrate automation in Jenkins and GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
• Improve automation coverage, stability, and reporting; mentor teammates.

Skills

Python programming

Pytest

Selenium

Playwright

Appium

REST API testing

CI/CD

AWS

Git/GitHub

AI-assisted development

HTML/CSS

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Selenium

Playwright

Appium

Jenkins

GitLab

Git

AWS

Job description

Software Development Engineer in Test

Location Gurugram - Haryana, India

FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier.As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performancelighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle SolutionsBusiness Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spareparts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles.With currently around 34,000 employees at over 125 locations, the company isactive worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.0 billion in the fiscalyear 2025.

YOUR TASKS

About the Role: We are looking for a Senior SDET with 6–8+ years of relevant experience to design and develop scalable test automation solutions across UI, API, system integration, and end-to-end testing. The role combines software engineering, test automation, CI/CD, cloud, and AI-assisted development. The ideal candidate is a strong Python developer with hands‑on experience in modern automation frameworks and a mindset for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reusable test automation frameworks and architectures.
• Define and implement test automation strategies, including appropriate test levels, coverage, and risk-based testing.
• Develop automated tests for UI, API, system integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Build automation using Python, Pytest, Selenium, Playwright, and Appium.
• Integrate automated testing into Jenkins and GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
• Improve automation coverage, stability, execution efficiency, and reporting.
• Work with AWS-based environments to support scalable test execution.
• Use PowerShell and scripting to automate test execution, environment setup, and supporting engineering tasks.
• Use GitHub Copilot and AI/LLM-based tools for code generation, test creation, debugging, refactoring, and test analysis.
• Explore and implement AI-driven approaches to improve test automation and engineering productivity.
• Collaborate with developers, testers, architects, and product teams in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Mentor team members and contribute to automation strategy and technology evolution.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 6–8+ years of relevant experience in software testing, test automation, or SDET roles.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, such as B.Tech/B.E. in Computer Science, MCA, or M.Tech/M.Sc. in Computer Science.
• Strong Python programming and object-oriented design skills.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Pytest.
• Experience designing test automation architecture, frameworks, reusable components, and test strategies.
• Proven experience with Selenium and/or Playwright; Appium experience is an advantage.
• Strong experience in REST API testing and automation.
• Practical experience with Jenkins, GitLab, and Git.
• Working knowledge of PowerShell or scripting for automation and engineering tasks.
• Basic working knowledge of AWS and cloud-based environments.
• Hands‑on experience with GitHub Copilot or similar AI-assisted development tools.
• Good understanding of software testing, QA methodologies, and quality engineering practices.
• Good working knowledge of HTML/CSS.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.

Good‑to‑Have

• System Integration Testing (SIT) experience.
• Performance testing experience.
• Experience with AI-driven test automation or LLM-based testing solutions.
• Docker/containerization experience.
• Automotive domain knowledge.
• Basics of Embedded Systems

Even if you do not meet all our requirements, do not hesitate to apply to us, because the further development of our employees is very important to us and opens up a wide range of opportunities for you in our company.

FORVIA HELLA stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.

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