Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET II)

TheIncLab; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Professional development

Certification reimbursement

Paid time off

Wellness programs

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

TheIncLab in Nashville is seeking an SDET II to design, build, and maintain automated test suites for desktop, mobile, web, and cloud applications.

You will translate requirements into test scenarios, validate APIs and integrations, and embed testing into CI/CD pipelines while improving automation coverage. The role also includes mentoring junior testers and collaborating with developers to ensure high-quality releases.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional experience in software quality assurance.
• 3+ years of programming experience in JavaScript/TypeScript/Python/Java or C#.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Playwright.
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices and Git.
• Ability to troubleshoot and communicate issues clearly.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain automated tests for desktop, mobile, web, and cloud apps.
• Translate user stories and requirements into test scenarios.
• Own quality control domains with minimal oversight.
• Conduct functional, regression, integration, performance, and exploratory testing.
• Design and maintain testing frameworks integrated with CI/CD.
• Validate APIs (REST/GraphQL) and third-party integrations.
• Document defects with steps and collaborate with developers.
• Participate in test planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Drive improvements in quality and tooling.
• Support release readiness by validating builds and deployments.
• Mentor junior SDET teammates.
• Stay current with QA tools and methodologies.
• Identify gaps in automation coverage and propose improvements.
• Adhere to company policies and align with culture.

Skills

Automation

Playwright

CI/CD

JavaScript

APIs testing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Git

Postman

Jest

Job description

The Mission Starts Here

TheIncLab engineers and delivers intelligent digital applications and platforms that revolutionize how our customers and mission-critical teams achieve success. We are where innovation meets purpose; and where your career can meet purpose as well.? As a SDET II, you will be a mid-level role focused on designing, building, and maintaining automated test suites to ensure software accuracy, reliability, and performance.

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept

As a Software Development Engineer in Test this position involves translating requirements into test scenarios,?validating?APIs and integrations, and embedding testing into CI/CD pipelines. Beyond execution, the role emphasizes improving automation coverage, and driving process improvements to deliver secure, high-quality releases.

What will you do?

• Develop, execute, and?maintain?automated test suites for desktop, mobile, web, and cloud-based applications.
• Translate user stories, acceptance criteria, and technical requirements into comprehensive manual and automated test scenarios.
• Own assigned quality control domains and?deliver?with?minimal oversight.
• Conduct automated and manual?functional, regression, integration, performance, and exploratory testing.
• Design and?maintain?testing frameworks (e.g., Playwright, Jest)?integrated?with CI/CD pipelines.
• Validate RESTful and?GraphQL?APIs, databases, and third-party integrations for accuracy and performance.
• Document and track defects with clear reproduction steps; collaborate with developers for resolution.
• Participate in test planning, backlog grooming, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Drive improvements in quality control processes, coverage, and tooling.
• Support release readiness by?validating?builds, environments, and deployment pipelines.
• Mentor junior team members in SDET practices and automation.
• Stay current with evolving QA tools and methodologies.
• Identify?gaps in automation coverage and propose improvements.
• Adhere to company policies and?maintain?alignment with company culture????

Requirements

• Bachelor?s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3?5 years of professional experience in software quality assurance.
• 3+ years of experience in at least one programming language (JavaScript/TypeScript/Python/Java or C#).
• Proficiency?with automated testing frameworks such as Playwright or React.
• Strong experience in manual test design, execution, and exploratory testing.
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices, version control systems (e.g., Git), and Agile methodologies.
• Experience?validating?APIs and using tools like Postman.
• Ability to troubleshoot, debug, and communicate issues clearly.
• Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to travel up to 10% based on company and customer needs.

Preferred Qualifications??

• Experience with performance or load testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Locust, k6).
• Exposure to?cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) or containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with?DevSecOps?principles and security testing practices.
• Background in geospatial, mission-focused, or defense-related applications.

Benefits

At TheIncLab we recognize that innovation thrives when employees are provided with ample support and resources. Our benefits packages reflect that:?

• Hybrid and flexible work schedules?
• Professional development programs?
• Training and certification reimbursement?
• Extended and floating holiday schedule??
• Paid time off and Paid volunteer time?
• Health and Wellness Benefits include options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with access to Wellness, Mental Health, and Employee Assistance Programs.
• 100% Company Paid Benefits that include STD, LTD, and Basic Life insurance.
• 401(k) Plan Options with employer matching?
• Incentive bonuses for eligible clearances, performance, and employee referrals.
• A company culture that values your individual strengths, career goals, and contributions to the team.

About TheIncLab

Founded in 2015, TheIncLab (?TIL?) is the first human-centered artificial intelligence (AI+X) lab.? We engineer complex, integrated solutions that combine cutting-edge AI technologies with emerging systems-of-systems to solve some of the most difficult challenges in the defense and aerospace industries.? Our work spans diverse technological landscapes, from rapid ideation and prototyping to deployment. At TIL, we foster a culture of relentless optimism.? No problem is too hard, no project is too big, and no challenge is too complex to tackle. This is possible due to the positive attitude of our teams.? We approach every problem with a ?yes? attitude and focus on results.? Our motto, ?demo or die,? encompasses the idea that failure is not an option. We do all of this with a work ethic rooted in kindness and professionalism.? The positive attitude of our teams is only possible due to the support TIL provides to each individual. At TIL, we believe that every challenge is an opportunity for growth and innovation.? Our teams are encouraged to think outside the box and come up with creative solutions to complex problems.? We understand that the path to success is not always straightforward, but we are committed to persevering and finding a way forward. Our culture of relentless optimism is not just about having a positive attitude; it is about taking action and making things happen.? We believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork, and we know that by working together, we can achieve great things.? Our teams are made up of individuals who are passionate about their work and dedicated to making a difference. Learn more about TheIncLab and our job opportunities at www.theinclab.com.

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