SDET (Java, Kotlin, Backend)

Washington, DC, US • Posted 4 days ago • Updated 9 hours ago

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Role: SDET (Java, Kotlin, Backend)
Location: Washington, DC
Rate: $55/hour W2
Schedule: Hybrid (4 days onsite)
Description:

We’re hiring a SDET (Java, Kotlin, Backend) to support a microservices team working heavily in Java/Kotlin, Kubernetes, and ElasticSearch. This role is ideal for someone who sits in QA but is fully comfortable in development concepts, writing automation, and owning backend service testing end?to?end. This SDET will focus entirely on backend testing, supporting a microservice ecosystem. You’ll write and maintain automation, validate REST APIs, use Java/Kotlin to debug or build test code, and work closely with devs to ensure quality throughout each sprint. You must be comfortable working in Kubernetes-based environments and using ElasticSearch for validation/troubleshooting.
This is a collaborative team that values initiative, communication, and people who genuinely care about delivering high-quality software.

What You’ll Do

Write and maintain backend automation using Java or Kotlin.
Create test cases for REST APIs and microservices.
Debug issues directly in the Java/Kotlin codebase when needed.
Work closely with developers and product on requirements, test strategy, and release readiness.
Validate log output and service behavior using ElasticSearch.
Execute tests and contribute to quality gates for deployments in a Kubernetes environment.
Prioritize work effectively, respond in a timely manner, and maintain consistent reliability.
Speak up, ask questions, and provide feedback—this team values transparency and collaboration.

Must?Have Skills

Strong experience with Java or Kotlin.
Solid understanding of software testing concepts (automation + backend testing).
Experience testing REST APIs.
Hands-on experience with Kubernetes.
Familiarity with ElasticSearch for troubleshooting, log analysis, or data validation.
Reliability, consistency, ownership, and strong communication skills.

Nice-to-Have Skills

Cucumber for BDD-style automation.
JMeter for performance or load testing.

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