Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

eTeam; Coppell (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

eTeam seeks a Senior SDET to deliver high-quality, scalable software through QA, automation, and Agile practices. You will develop Java-based automation frameworks, implement test strategies, and ensure quality across UI, API, and data layers.

Strong Java, Selenium, API testing, and CI/CD experience are required. This contract-to-hire role in Dallas, TX involves collaboration with Product, Development, and DevOps teams, with a focus on test design, code quality, and continuous improvement in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or related field.
• 6+ years of SDET, Test Automation, or Quality Engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automation frameworks for UI, API, and backend tests.
• Design test strategies and risk-based testing plans for applications and services.
• Automate test cases and integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Contribute to test coverage analysis and defect prevention initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile ceremonies to improve quality and delivery.

Skills

Core Java

Selenium WebDriver

API Testing

SQL

TestNG

JUnit

Maven

Git

CI/CD

Microservices

OOP

Design Patterns

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related

Tools

Selenium WebDriver

REST Assured

Karate

Postman

Jenkins

Job description

Position: Senior Software Development Engineer in Test
Location: Dallas, TX (hybrid only)
Employment Type: Contract to Hire
Duration: 12 months with possible extension

Role Summary

The Sr. SDET is responsible for deliveringhigh-quality,compliant, andscalablesoftware solutions throughQuality Engineering,Test Automation,Agile Delivery, andSoftware Development Governance. This role combinesSoftware Engineering,Automation Framework Development,Test Strategy Support, andQuality Engineering Practicesto ensure quality is built into every stage of the software development lifecycle.

Primary Responsibilities

• Contribute toQuality Engineeringinitiatives and applyAutomation-First,Shift-Left, andQuality-by-Designpractices.
• Support the development ofTest Strategies,Test Approaches, andRisk-Based Testingplans for applications, APIs, services, and data platforms.
• AutomateUI, API, backend, database validation, anddata quality verification scenarios, andintegrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Buildreusable,maintainable, and scalableJava-based automation solutionsusing sound software engineering principles and automation design patterns.
• Contribute to quality improvements throughtest coverage analysis,defect prevention, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Diagnose and resolve automation issues through debugging,refactoring,test suite optimization,flaky test remediation,synchronization improvements, andlocator strategy enhancements.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies using Jira and collaborate with Product, Development, Architecture, and DevOps teams as needed to improve quality, testability, and delivery efficiency.
• Follow Software Development Standards, Code Review Requirements, Release Governance Processes, and maintain Requirements Traceability, Test Evidence, and Audit-Ready Documentation.
• Share knowledge and support adoption of Quality Engineering, Automation Standards, and engineering excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline.
• 6 yearsof experience inSDET,Test Automation,Software Quality Assurance, orQuality Engineeringroles.

Core Skills & Strengths

Core Technical Skills

• StrongCore Javaprogramming skills, includingObject-Oriented Programming (OOP),Design Patterns,Collections,Exception Handling,Concurrency,Dependency Injection, andTest Framework Architecture.
• Hands-on experience withSelenium WebDriver, includingPage Object Model (POM), advancedXPathandCSS locator strategies,synchronizationandwait strategies, automation stability, andflaky test reduction.
• StrongAPI Testingexperience usingREST Assured, Karate, Postman, or similar tools.
• Experience withSQL,database validation, and backend system testing.
• Experience withTestNG,JUnit,Maven,Git, and modern software development practices.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Bitbucket.
• Experience designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks for enterprise applications.
• Understanding ofmicroservices architecture, service integrations, and distributed system testing.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to share knowledge with team members and contribute to engineering excellence.

Quality, Governance & Agile Practices

• OpenText AQM for Test Case Management, Requirements Traceability, Test Execution, and Test Evidence Management.
• Test Approaches, Traceability Matrices, Post-Test Reports, and other required testing deliverables.
• Strong understanding ofAgile Methodologies,Scrum Practices,SDLC, andQuality Engineering Principles.
• Experience working within cross-functional Agile teams delivering high-quality software solutions.
• Audit Readiness, Documentation Standards, Evidence Management, and Governance Compliance.

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience usingAI-Assisted Development and Testing Tools.
• Experience inFinancial Services,Capital Markets,Insurance, orWealth Managementdomains.