Software Development Test Engineer (SDET)

Camping World; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 111,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Camping World in Lincolnshire, IL is seeking a Software Development Test Engineer (SDET) to design and build automated testing for our digital products. You will convert manual test cases into automation and work across front-end and API testing.

You'll collaborate with development, QA, and product teams throughout sprints, create test plans, monitor code coverage, and help ensure quality and reliability across web and mobile features.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience building automation for front-end and API testing.
• Proficiency with JavaScript; working knowledge of JSON, YAML, and SQL.
• Experience with relational databases and writing database queries.
• Familiarity with core testing paradigms: test planning, bug reporting, unit, feature, regression, smoke, and risk-based testing, and code coverage.
• Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum sprint cycles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present results and recommendations to both peers and upper management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across development, QA, and product teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Convert manual test cases into effective automated scenarios within existing automation frameworks.
• Build and maintain automated tests for front-end features and back-end APIs.
• Create test plans, open and track bugs, and support unit, feature, regression, smoke, and risk-based testing.
• Monitor code coverage and identify gaps in test coverage.
• Share testing results and recommendations—including testing concerns and risks—clearly with team members and leadership.

Skills

Automation testing

JavaScript

JSON

YAML

SQL

Relational databases

Agile/Scrum

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Test planning

Education

BS in related field

Tools

Playwright

Postman

GitHub

GitHub Actions

Docker

Snyk

Wiz

Jira

Job description

Position: Software Development Test Engineer (SDET)

Reports to: Sr. Quality Assurance Manager, Digital

Role Summary
We're looking for an SDET to design and build automated testing that improves the quality and reliability of our digital products. You'll work across front-end and API testing, convert manual test cases into automation, and collaborate closely with development, QA, and product teams throughout the sprint cycle.

Key Responsibilities (required)

• Convert manual test cases into effective automated scenarios within existing automation frameworks
• Build and maintain automated tests for front-end features and back-end APIs
• Create test plans, open and track bugs, and support unit, feature, regression, smoke, and risk-based testing
• Monitor code coverage and identify gaps in test coverage
• Share testing results and recommendations—including testing concerns and risks—clearly with team members and leadership

Required Qualifications (required)

• Hands-on experience building automation for front-end and API testing
• Proficiency with JavaScript; working knowledge of JSON, YAML, and SQL
• Experience with relational databases and writing database queries
• Familiarity with core testing paradigms: test planning, bug reporting, unit, feature, regression, smoke, and risk-based testing, and code coverage
• Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum sprint cycles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present results and recommendations to both peers and upper management
• Ability to collaborate effectively across development, QA, and product teams
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines

Tools & Technologies (required)

• Test automation: Playwright
• API testing: Postman
• Version control & CI/CD: GitHub, GitHub Actions, workflows
• Containerization: Docker
• Security scanning: Snyk, Wiz
• Project management: Jira

Level and years of experience: 5-7 years as a QA Lead with automation.

Education requirement or explicit equivalent-experience waiver: BS in related field or previous professional work experience.

General Compensation Disclosure

The pay range for this role considers several factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Camping World, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the factors stated. A reasonable estimate of the current range is listed below.

Pay Range:

$111,100.00-$170,300.00 Annual

In addition to competitive pay, we offer Paid Time Off, 401(k), an Employee Assistance Program, Good Sam Roadside Assistance, discounts, paid parental leave (if eligibility is met), Tuition Reimbursement (if eligibility is met), and on the job training opportunities. Full-time associates are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision and more! Part-time associates are offered access to dental & vision coverage! For more information please visit: www.mycampingworldbenefits.com

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, veteran or uniformed service-member status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.