Supervisor of SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test)
U-Haul
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Job summary
Dormont Manufacturing Co in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Supervisor of SDET to lead a team of Software Development Engineers in Test. This role focuses on mentoring team members while also engaging in hands-on testing work.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience, with at least 5 years in SDET roles. This position offers medical benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a commitment to a healthy work environment.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience as a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) or similar role.
- 2+ years of experience in a leadership or mentoring role.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership, coaching, and mentoring to a team of SDETs.
- Design, develop, and maintain robust automated test frameworks.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define test strategies and automation coverage.
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Education
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Job description
2727 N Central Ave, Phoenix, Arizona 85004 United States of America
The Supervisor of SDET leads and mentors a team of Software Development Engineers in Test (SDETs), responsible for the design, implementation, enhancement and maintenance of automated test frameworks, infrastructure, and best practices within the software delivery lifecycle. This role combines hands‑on SDET work with team leadership, providing technical guidance, performance management, and fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement in automated testing.
- Team Leadership & Mentorship (30%) Provide technical leadership, coaching, and mentoring to a team of SDETs, fostering their professional growth and ensuring they adhere to best practices in test automation. Conduct regular 1:1 meetings, performance reviews, and address performance concerns.
- Automation Framework Development & Maintenance (25%) Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and reusable automated test frameworks and tools. Lead efforts to enhance existing automation infrastructure and introduce new technologies as needed.
- Test Strategy & Planning (20%) Collaborate with development, product owners, and Test Engineering Managers to define test strategies, establish test automation coverage goals, and advocate for quality initiatives. Develop and review test plans, automation approaches, and data strategies.
- Hands‑on SDET Work (15%) Contribute to the development of automated test scripts, database verification, and data‑driven tests. Participate in code reviews and ensure the quality of automated test code.
- Process Improvement & Standards (10%) Champion continuous process improvement initiatives related to test automation. Develop and maintain standards for automation code, documentation, and testing practices. Provide regular status updates and presentations to stakeholders.
Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or 5 years’ experience in a related field.
- 5+ years of experience as a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) or similar role.
- 2+ years of experience in a leadership or mentoring role (formal or informal).
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies.
- Significant experience with automation frameworks and tools.
- Proficient in coding languages such as C# or Python (expertise in .NET/C# highly preferred).
- Expert knowledge of test automation frameworks (Selenium, Appium, Playwright, etc.).
- Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, including unit, integration, system, and regression testing.
- Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira).
- Proficient in SQL and database testing techniques.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide clear solutions.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Strong emotional intelligence (EQ) and the ability to give constructive feedback.
- Ability to translate highly technical automation concepts into “business value” for non‑technical stakeholders.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.
- Experience with Performance/Load Testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner)
- Experience with API testing tools (Postman, REST‑assured)
- Exposure to containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Frequent communication with internal development, product, and test engineering teams. Occasional interaction with external vendors and stakeholders. Communication will be primarily in person, by phone, and in writing (email, documentation).
Usual office conditions. May require occasional after‑hours support for critical system issues.
Duties imply performance will be measured by team performance, automation coverage, and adherence to quality standards.
- Medical insurance
- Prescription drug plans
- Dental & Vision plan with hearing care discounts
- Onsite medical clinic for team members and eligible family members
- New indoor fitness gym (Midtown Phoenix campus)
- Get Fit Gym Reimbursement Program
- Registered Dietitian Program
- WeightWatchers
- CVS Virtual Care
- U-Haul Kids Program
- 24‑Hour Nurse Line
- Wellness Program (Healthier You initiatives & challenges)
- Mindset App Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance & Wellness plans
- Career stability
- Opportunities for advancement
- Valuable on‑the‑job training
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Free online courses for personal and professional development at U-Haul University
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Company‑paid life insurance
- Voluntary life insurance options
- Short-Term and Long‑Term Disability
- Critical Illness, Accident & Hospital Indemnity plans
- Business & business travel insurance
- MetLaw Legal Program
- MetLife Auto & Home Insurance
- LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
- Dave Ramsey's SmartDollar Financial Wellness Program
- U-Haul Federal Credit Union
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
- You Matter Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels, computers, vehicles & more
- Community involvement & volunteer opportunities
- U-Haul Mothers Program (Paid maternity leave)
U-Haul Holding Company, and its family of companies including U-Haul International, Inc. ("U-Haul"), continually strives to create a culture of health and wellness. Consistent with applicable state law, U-Haul will not hire or re-hire individuals who use nicotine products. The states in which U-Haul will decline to hire nicotine users are: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington. U-Haul has observed this hiring practice since February 1, 2020 as part of our commitment to a healthy work environment for our team.
U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.
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