Software Development Engineer in Test

Barclays; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Barclays seeks a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to enhance our automated testing capabilities and software quality. You will design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks centered on Java, with UI automation using Playwright, Cypress or Selenium.

You’ll integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines and advocate Shift Left testing, contributing to resilient digital offerings. You will collaborate with developers and product teams to ensure high quality at code and design

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience as an SDET / Automation Engineer with a focus on test automation
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Java or similar OO languages
• Experience with UI automation frameworks like Playwright, Cypress and Selenium
• Knowledge of test automation design patterns, data management, and reporting
• Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
• Knowledge of Shift Left testing, test pyramid, and continuous testing practices
• Ability to collaborate with developers to influence quality at code and design level

Responsibilities

• Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions using appropriate languages, frameworks, and tools
• Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and engineers to define requirements
• Participate in code reviews and promote a culture of code quality
• Stay informed of tech trends and contribute to technology communities
• Adhere to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities
• Implement effective unit testing to ensure design, readability and reliability
• Maintain knowledge of the organisation's products, services and processes

Skills

SDET/Automation

Java automation

CI/CD integration

Shift Left testing

Collaboration with developers

Tools

Playwright

Cypress

Selenium

Job description

Join us as a Software Development Engineer in Test in Barclays, responsible for supporting the successful delivery of location strategy projects to plan, budget, agreed quality and governance standards. You'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You will harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unparalleled customer experiences.

To be successful as a Software Development Engineer in Test you should have experience with:

• Strong hands-on experience as an SDET / Automation Engineer, with a clear focus on test automation over manual testing
• Proven ability to design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Java (preferred) or similar OO languages
• Solid experience with UI automation frameworks such as Playwright, Cypress and Selenium
• Strong understanding of test automation design patterns, test data management, and reporting
• Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
• Strong knowledge of Shift Left testing, test pyramid, and continuous testing practices
• Ability to collaborate with developers to influence quality at code and design level.

Some Other Highly Valued Skills May Include

• Handson experience with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) tooling or Adobe Cloud ecosystem
• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling)
• Exposure to accessibility testing (WCAG) and SEO validation for web platforms
• Experience working in regulated or enterprise scale environments
• Familiarity with containerisation or cloud platforms (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/Azure - testing perspective)
• ISTQB or equivalent certification (optional)

You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job‑specific technical skills.

The role is based out of Pune.

Purpose of the role

To design, develop and improve software, utilising various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues.

Accountabilities

• Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions by using industry aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools. Ensuring that code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance.
• Cross‑functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements, devise solution strategies, and ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives.
• Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth.
• Adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities, protect sensitive data, and ensure secure software solutions.
• Implementation of effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability.

Analyst Expectations

• To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.
• Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise
• Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise
• They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
• If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others.
• OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
• Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
• Partner with other functions and business areas.
• Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
• Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.
• Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
• Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
• Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub‑function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.
• Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub‑function.
• Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
• Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.
• Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.