Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Lcp Tracker

New Braunfels, Newport Beach (TX, CA)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

Phantom Stock

401k Plan with up to 4% company match

Medical Benefits (Health, Vision and —

Life Insurance (company paid)

Long-Term Disability and Short-Term —

Employee discounts and perks program

Job summary

LCPtracker, Inc. is a cloud-based SaaS provider specializing in labor compliance for public works construction projects, with offices in New Braunfels, TX, Orange CA, and Fenton MI.

We seek an SDET to design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks across web apps, APIs, and backend services. You will collaborate with software engineers, product managers, and QA to embed quality throughout the lifecycle, while contributing to CI/CD improvements and manual testing as needed.

Qualifications

3+ years in software testing or development with focus on test automation.
Proficient in Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript and .NET testing frameworks.
Experience with API/backend automation (REST, GraphQL).

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test suites.
Write, review, and execute automated tests for web apps, APIs, and backend services.
Collaborate with engineers to ensure testability, quality, and best practices.
Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines for automated testing.

Skills

Test automation

QA methodologies

CI/CD

Debugging

Collaboration

SDET

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related

Tools

Playwright

Selenium

Cypress

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Azure DevOps

Docker

Job description

Company Summary

LCPtracker, Inc. is a cloud-based software (SaaS) provider specializing in labor compliance for public works construction projects.LCPtracker has offices in New Braunfels, TX, Orange CA, and Fenton, MI, and helps government agencies and prime contractors meet Davis-Bacon/prevailing wage compliance requirements on projects backed by federal, state, and/or local funding.Thousands of clients and over 100,000 contractors use LCPtracker for their certified payroll and construction site compliance needs.LCPtracker has been recognized year afteryear since2017 as one of the “Best Places to Work” in Orange County by the Orange County Register.

Position Summary

The Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)is responsible fordesigning, developing, andmaintainingautomated test frameworks and test cases to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of software applications. This role partners closely with software engineers, product managers, and QA team members to embed quality throughout the software development lifecycle.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Design, develop, andmaintainscalable, reliable automated test frameworks and test suites
Write, review, and execute automated tests for web applications, APIs, and backend services
Collaborate with software engineers to ensure testability, quality, and adherence to best practices
Participate in requirements and design reviews to provide input on test coverage and quality risks
Identify, document, and track defects, partnering with development teams through resolution
Perform root cause analysis for defects and test failures
Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines for automated testing execution
Execute manual testing as needed to supplement automation efforts
Ensure test environments and test data are properly configured and maintained
Continuously evaluate and improve testing strategies, tools, and processes

Core Competencies

Test Automation Development
Software Quality Engineering
Collaboration and Communication
Attention to Detail
Continuous Improvement
Troubleshooting and Debugging

Work Environment

This position performs its duties fromour Orange, CA or New Braunfels, TXoffice. The roleoperatesin a professional officeenvironment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, mobile devices, andrelated technology.

Physical Requirements

While performing the functions of this job, the employeeis regularly required tosit;frequentlyrequiredto talk and hear, use hands and fingers to type, scroll and use computer equipment. The employeeis required tohave close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data andfigures; viewing a computer and multiple screens; extensive reading; visual inspection of text/data in both print and electronic forms.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is afull-timeexemptposition. Days and hours worked are dependent on business needs and workload. General availability during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, is expected.Based on the candidateand /or position, a hybrid work arrangement may be considered; however,a minimum of three (3) or more days per week in the office isrequiredto support executive collaboration, leadership presence, and cross-functional engagement. Some flexibility is allowed. Occasional evening and weekend work may berequiredas job duties demand.

Travel

There isno major travel requirementfor this position. However, infrequent travel may be necessary to visit remote office(s), attend conferences/industry events, etc. Attendance at our corporate Staff Retreat isrequired. This event is a 2-3-day retreat.Attendance at our annual User Conference as assigned.

Salary Range

The salary range is$95k - $110kannually. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Benefits

Paid Time Off
10 Paid Holidays
Phantom Stock
401k Plan with up to 4% company match
Medical Benefits (Health, Vision and Dental)
Life Insurance (company paid)
Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability (company paid)
Employee discounts andperksprogram

E-Verify Program

LCPtracker participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify is an internet-based systemoperatedby the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration. It allows employers to confirm an individual’s employment eligibility to work in the United States. View the attached notices, available in English and Spanish, forimportant informationregardingthe E-Verify program. E-Verify Notice (PDF); Right to Work Notice (PDF)

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCPtracker, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, and regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. LCPtracker, Inc. willconsider foremployment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances.

LCPtracker is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, LCPtracker will take steps toassurethat people with disabilities areprovidedreasonableaccommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation isrequiredto fullyparticipatein the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the LCPtracker Human Resources Department at HR@lcptracker.com.

Qualifications: Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
3+years of experience in software testing or development with a focus on test automation
Proficiencyin at least one programming or scripting language (Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript)and.Netecosystemtesting framework.
Experience with test automation frameworks such asPlaywright(preferred),SeleniumorCypress
Experience withdeveloping/maintainingautomated performance/load test suites
Strong understanding of the softwaredevelopmentlifecycleand QA methodologies
Experiencewith automation ofAPIs and backend services (REST,GraphQL)
Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications