Software Development Engineer in Test

Brivo; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Brivo is seeking a Quality Assurance Software Development Engineer in Test (QA SDET) to design and implement automated tests, ensuring software quality and collaborating with development teams to fix defects. The role emphasizes test automation, CI/CD integration, and mentoring junior engineers in a fast-paced, AI-driven security platform.

The position is based in Austin, TX, with responsibilities spanning performance testing, exploratory testing, and documentation of test results.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and implementing automated tests for software applications.
• Proficient in multiple programming languages used for test automation.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD processes and agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• AI Evangelism: promote and implement AI tool usage throughout the role.
• Test Automation Development: design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks to ensure the quality of our software applications.
• Manual Testing: perform exploratory, regression, and functional testing.
• Test Planning and Design: collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements and design test strategies and plans accordingly.
• Defect Tracking: identify, document, and track software defects using appropriate tools and work closely with the development team to resolve issues.
• Performance Testing: conduct performance and load testing to ensure the software meets performance benchmarks.
• CI/CD: integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline to ensure continuous quality checks.
• Mentoring and Training: provide guidance and training to junior QA engineers and developers on best practices for test automation and quality assurance.
• Documentation: maintain detailed documentation of test cases, test scripts, and test results.

Skills

Linux

Java

Python

C#

JavaScript

Agile methodologies

Scrum

Tools

Selenium

Appium

JUnit

Playwright

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Azure DevOps

JMeter

LoadRunner

Job description

Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 / year

Location: Austin

Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 / year

Description

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Quality Assurance Software Development Engineer in Test (QA SDET) to join our dynamic team. The QA SDET will be responsible for designing and implementing automated tests, ensuring the quality of our software products, and working closely with the development team to identify and fix defects.

Key Responsibilities

• AI Evangelism: Promote and implement AI tool usage throughout all appropriate aspects of the position.
• Test Automation Development: Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks to ensure the quality of our software applications.
• Manual Testing: Perform manual testing where necessary, including exploratory, regression, and functional testing.
• Test Planning and Design: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements and design test strategies and plans accordingly.
• Defect Tracking: Identify, document, and track software defects using appropriate tools and work closely with the development team to resolve issues.
• Performance Testing: Conduct performance and load testing to ensure the software meets performance benchmarks.
• Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD):Integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline to ensure continuous quality checks.
• Mentoring and Training: Provide guidance and training to junior QA engineers and developers on best practices for test automation and quality assurance.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of test cases, test scripts, and test results.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Technical Skills:

• Experience in Linux
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript.
• Experience with test automation tools and frameworks such as Selenium, Appium, JUnit, Playwright, or similar.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner is a plus.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and Scrum.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Attention to detail and a passion for quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Why Work for Us?

Brivo is a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company and the global leader in cloud-based access control and video surveillance. Following our merger with Eagle Eye Networks, we are building the only platform powerful enough to support the future of AI-driven security.

Why Your Work Matters

Innovation drives our vibe, but purpose drives our mission. You will work on essential systems that protect the health, safety, and welfare of people and property worldwide. At Brivo, your voice is heard, your talent is respected, and your contributions have a global impact.

• The Brivo Experience: We thrive on in-person collaboration and a "one-team" atmosphere. We embrace our international presence, leveraging diverse ideas and backgrounds to improve our culture and our products. To keep our global teams connected and inspired, we provide a premium onsite experience featuring communal meals, recurring social events, and fully stocked workspaces—ensuring you have everything you need to stay focused while building the future of security.

• Total Rewards: We support our people with competitive medical, vision, and dental plans (including company-offset premiums), a 401k with company match, and a Paid Time Off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Individual compensation packages are based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, training, and market conditions. In addition, Brivonians enjoy a robust benefits and perks package tailored to their work location.

About Brivo

Brivo and Eagle Eye Networks have come together to create a category-defining, cloud-first platform at the intersection of AI and the physical world. Our mission is simple and ambitious: to make physical spaces safer, smarter, and more autonomous—from single-site businesses to global enterprises.

As the unified global leaders in cloud-based access control and video surveillance, we provide a comprehensive digital foundation for the built environment. By combining Brivo’s pioneering building access platform with Eagle Eye’s AI-powered video management system (VMS), we have created a system of intelligence that protects over 600 million square feet across 90+ countries. Every door, camera, and credential in our ecosystem acts as a real‑time sensor, leveraging AI to prevent incidents, improve operations, and enable entirely new workflows across sectors, including commercial real estate, retail, healthcare, education, and critical infrastructure.

With a global footprint spanning headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland, and Austin, Texas, and international offices in Amsterdam, London, Bangalore, and Tokyo, we are leveraging our open APIs and cyber‑secure cloud infrastructure to reshape the future of physical security. Join us