Job description
Important Information:
- Years of Experience: 5+ years
- Job Mode: Full-time
- Work Mode: Remote
Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with strong expertise in test automation and a solid understanding of software development practices. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building automation frameworks using Java or similar languages and dynamic languages like JavaScript, Python, or Ruby. The role requires experience in browser, mobile, and API test automation, AWS architecture, CI/CD tools, and performance testing with JMeter. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about software quality and efficient automation practices to join our innovative team.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Develop and maintain test automation frameworks using Java or similar programming languages.
- Implement automation tasks using dynamic languages such as JavaScript, Python, or Ruby.
- Conduct browser and mobile test automation with tools like Selenium, Protractor, and Appium.
- Perform API test automation with REST Assured or Ready API/SoapUI.
- Execute performance testing using tools such as JMeter.
- Apply knowledge of AWS architecture to support test automation.
- Utilize CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Maven, Sonar, Harness) for integration and deployment.
- Manage code using version control tools such as SVN (Subversion) and Git.
- Use IDEs like Eclipse or IntelliJ for development and testing.
- Work with advanced automation tools, including Sauce Labs, Selenium Grid, and Applitools, for visual automation.
- Apply best practices in unit, integration, and functional testing strategies.
- Work within Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, XP) and waterfall when applicable.
- Lead test automation efforts for small projects.
- Communicate effectively in a team, sharing insights and feedback for continuous improvement.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Extensive experience in automation development using Java or a similar language.
- Proficiency in one or more dynamic languages (JavaScript, Python, or Ruby).
- Strong browser and mobile test automation skills using tools such as Selenium, Protractor, and Appium.
- Experience with API test automation using REST Assured or Ready API/SoapUI.
- Knowledge of AWS architecture and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Maven, Sonar, Harness).
- Proficient with source control tools (SVN, Git).
- Experience with IDEs like Eclipse or IntelliJ and performance testing tools (JMeter).
- Knowledge of advanced visual automation tools (e.g., Sauce Labs, Selenium Grid, Applitools) is a plus.
- Familiarity with software development frameworks (Agile, Scrum, Kanban, XP, and waterfall).
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative Scrum environment.
- Proven experience leading automation efforts in smaller projects.
Role-specific Requirements:
- Experience as a test automation engineer preferred.
- Ability to independently drive automation processes and improvement.
- Commitment to continuous learning and application of feedback for self and team development.
Technologies:
- Java, JavaScript, Python, Ruby
- Selenium, Protractor, Appium, REST Assured, Ready API/SoapUI
- JMeter, AWS, Jenkins, Maven, Sonar, Harness, SVN, Git, Eclipse, IntelliJ, Sauce Labs, Selenium Grid, Applitools
Skillset Competencies:
- Strong automation development and troubleshooting skills.
- Proficiency in unit, integration, and functional testing strategies.
- Familiarity with continuous integration, deployment processes, and AWS architecture.
- Effective communication, both oral and written, within a collaborative team environment.
- Ability to lead and manage small project automation efforts with efficiency.
About Encora: Encora is the preferred digital engineering and modernization partner for global enterprises and digital-native companies. With over 9,000 experts across 47+ offices and innovation labs worldwide, Encora’s practice areas include Product Engineering & Development, Cloud Services, Quality Engineering, DevSecOps, Data & Analytics, Digital Experience, Cybersecurity, and AI & LLM Engineering. At Encora, we value diversity and equal opportunity, hiring professionals based solely on skills and qualifications without regard to age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or nationality.
