SDET Engineer- Automation Testing
- Trimble
- 6 - 11 years
- Chennai
- 3 months ago
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Job Description
Lead Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Lead Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join our team. In this role, youll be a key driver of quality assurance, leading our testing efforts from concept to release. You will mentor talented engineers, foster a culture of technical excellence, and ensure our software products meet the highest quality standards.
This is a hands-on leadership role that requires strong technical expertise in modern testing methodologies and a passion for automation and process improvement.
What Youll Do
- Lead the Quality Assurance Process: Own the end-to-end testing cycle, from initial requirements analysis and test strategy creation to test execution and final release sign-off.
- Mentor & Lead: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to a team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. Youll lead technical initiatives, conduct code reviews, and participate in design discussions.
- Develop & Automate: Design, develop, and maintain robust test plans, test cases, and a highly reusable automation test suite for APIs, performance, and UI. Integrate these automated tests into our CI/CD pipelines.
- Hands-On Testing: Perform both manual and automated testing, with a strong focus on API-level and UI-level testing.
- Improve Processes: Continuously evaluate and enhance our testing processes, tools, and strategies. Youll stay current with industry trends and identify areas for improvement in the SDLC.
- Collaborate & Communicate: Work closely with product owners, managers, and architects to understand system requirements. Communicate testing progress, quality metrics, and potential risks to stakeholders.
What Youll Bring
- Experience: 6-10 years of professional experience in an SDET or similar role-Lead SDET
- 4- 6 Years of professional experience in an SDET or similar role-SDET II
10-15 years of professional experience in an SDET or similar role-STaff SDET
- Technical Expertise:
- Languages & Frameworks: Strong proficiency in programming languages like Java, Typescript, Python, or C#. Hands-on experience with automation frameworks like Selenium, Playwright, or Cypress, as well as unit testing frameworks like TestNG or JUnit.
- API Testing: In-depth knowledge of API principles and strong skills in writing scripts with tools like Postman, SOAPUI, or REST Assured.
- Performance Testing: Experience with performance testing concepts (load, stress) and tools like JMeter or Gatling.
- CI/CD & Version Control: Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Bamboo) and version control systems (Git, Bitbucket).
- Agile Mindset: Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team. You should be a proactive problem-solver with strong analytical and communication skills.
Good to Have
- Knowledge of cloud-native technologies and cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.
- Relevant professional certifications.
Job Classification
Industry: Software ProductFunctional Area / Department: Engineering - Software & QARole Category: Quality Assurance and TestingRole: Software Developer in Test (SDET)Employement Type: Full timeContact Details:
Company: TrimbleLocation(s): Chennai
Keyskills: Api Automation Java Rest Assured SDET Automation Testing Postman Api API Testing Selenium With Java Python
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