Software Engineer in Test (SDET)

Ryan Consulting Group, LLC; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional onsite amenities

Long-term career growth and stability

A strong focus on innovation

A flexible hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Ryan Consulting Group, LLC is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to design and implement scalable test solutions within an Agile team. This role blends software engineering and quality engineering, requiring hands-on coding, automation framework development, and deep involvement in the software development lifecycle.

You will work within an Agile team, collaborating with developers, product managers, and QA engineers to design robust test strategies, implement automation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in software development and test automation with strong hands on development skills
• Hands on experience with automation tools such as Playwright, Appium and Selenium.
• Experience with API automation tools such as Rest Assured, Playwright API Testing and Postman
• Experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or GitHub Actions.
• Strong understanding of SQL and relational databases.
• Proficiency with Git or similar tools.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with AI assisted development/testing tools (e.g., Cursor IDE, LLM based test generation, intelligent automation).

Responsibilities

• Test Automation Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for UI, API, and backend systems using modern programming languages.
• Software Development: Write clean, efficient, and reusable code for test tools, automation scripts, and quality engineering solutions.
• Quality Engineering: Embed quality throughout the SDLC by implementing shift left testing practices, CI/CD quality gates, and continuous testing strategies.
• API & Integration Testing: Build and execute automated tests for RESTful APIs and microservices with strong knowledge on APIs.
• Collaboration: Partner with cross functional teams (Engineering, Product, DevOps) to ensure quality is built into every release.
• Debugging & Root Cause Analysis: Investigate defects, perform root cause analysis, and work closely with developers to resolve issues efficiently.
• Performance & Reliability: Contribute to performance, scalability, and reliability testing efforts.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation for test frameworks, strategies, and processes.

Skills

Automation development

CI/CD integration

SQL

Git

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

Playwright

Appium

Selenium

Rest Assured

Postman

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

Git

Job description

Note: All candidates must be able to work as a W2 employee for any employer in the US. (The role is not eligible for Corp to Corps or those requiring sponsorships now or potentially in the future. Relocation assistance is not offered for this role.)

Title: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Type: Direct-hire/Full-time (Hybrid - Candidates are able to work from home 3 days/month)

Industry: Software Development

Compensation: $95K - $140K salary (Based on relevant experience)

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Development Test Engineer (SDET) with a strong development background to build scalable, high quality test solutions and ensure end to end product quality. This role blends software engineering and quality engineering, requiring hands on coding, automation framework development, and deep involvement in the software development lifecycle.

You will work within an Agile team, collaborating with developers, product managers, and QA engineers to design robust test strategies, implement automation, and drive quality engineering practices across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Automation Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for UI, API, and backend systems using modern programming languages.
• Software Development: Write clean, efficient, and reusable code for test tools, automation scripts, and quality engineering solutions.
• Quality Engineering: Embed quality throughout the SDLC by implementing shift left testing practices, CI/CD quality gates, and continuous testing strategies.
• API & Integration Testing: Build and execute automated tests for RESTful APIs and microservices with strong knowledge on APIs.
• Collaboration: Partner with cross functional teams (Engineering, Product, DevOps) to ensure quality is built into every release.
• Debugging & Root Cause Analysis: Investigate defects, perform root cause analysis, and work closely with developers to resolve issues efficiently.
• Performance & Reliability: Contribute to performance, scalability, and reliability testing efforts.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation for test frameworks, strategies, and processes.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in software development and test automation with strong hands on development skills
• Hands on experience with automation tools such as Playwright, Appium and Selenium.
• Experience with API automation tools such as Rest Assured, Playwright API Testing and Postman
• Experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or GitHub Actions.
• Strong understanding of SQL and relational databases.
• Proficiency with Git or similar tools.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with AI assisted development/testing tools (e.g., Cursor IDE, LLM based test generation, intelligent automation).

Here are a few perks to also consider:

• Exceptional onsite amenities - Complimentary chef-prepared breakfast and lunch daily, an onsite game room, a state-of-the-art gym, and a yoga studio.
• Long-term career growth and stability - Professional development is embedded in the company culture
• A strong focus on innovation - A recent acquisition of an AI company as part of an ambitious expansion strategy
• A flexible hybrid work schedule - Designed to support collaboration, productivity and work-life balance