Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Job Title: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Location: Needham, MA (Onsite 5 days/week)

Contract Duration: 3 Months (Potential extension)



Job Overview:



We are seeking a highly skilled SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) to join a fast-paced team developing connected consumer products, including robot vacuums and smart grills. This is an onsite role supporting the Shark Clean mobile app and its interaction with cloud-based services and physical IoT devices. The ideal candidate will possess strong coding skills in Python, hands-on experience with automated test development, and a solid understanding of infrastructure and backend systems.



Responsibilities:

• Analyze product requirements and software specifications to design effective test plans
• Design, write, and execute automated tests for connected IoT products using Python, JavaScript, REST APIs, and Linux shell scripting
• Collaborate with software developers and system architects to create testable, high-quality requirements
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows using tools like Jenkins
• Create utilities and tools to improve the automation test framework
• Support smoke, integration, and regression testing cycles, reducing manual efforts
• Work onsite in a lab environment, interacting with physical devices and mobile apps
• Contribute to app-side testing and backend validation of updates and features
• Participate in cross-functional collaboration, bringing technical insights into testing strategies

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience as an SDET or Software Test Engineer
• Proficiency in Python programming (idiomatic and efficient code writing expected)
• Experience in REST API testing, backend systems, and automation development
• Solid understanding of cloud computing environments (AWS, Ayla, Google Cloud preferred)
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools, especially Jenkins
• Familiarity with Appium (preferred) or Selenium for app-based testing
• Experience with Linux scripting and debugging in an embedded or connected product environment
• Strong grasp of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Experience using defect tracking and test case management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail)
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a lab-based, hands-on role
• Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly and challenge assumptions constructively

Nice to Have:

• Prior experience testing IoT products or connected hardware devices
• Experience working with robotics, embedded systems, or physical product QA
• Exposure to middleware layer testing or systems integrating mobile cloud device

Work Environment:

• Onsite work required in Needham, MA
• Highly collaborative environment with SDET IIs and Developers
• Testing in a lab setting with access to real devices (robots, grills, etc.)