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Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
Location: Dallas, TX or Tampa, FL
Engagement Type: Contract to Hire
Interview Process: Two rounds
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to support enterprise scale application delivery through robust test automation, continuous testing practices, and quality engineering leadership.
This role is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated test solutions across the full software delivery lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical testing background, automation expertise, and the ability to partner closely with development and business teams to ensure high quality, secure, and reliable software releases.
Key Responsibilities
Test Automation & Quality Engineering
- Design, develop, execute, and maintain automated test suites across the software delivery lifecycle
- Contribute to the design, enhancement, and maintenance of test automation frameworks
- Ensure traceability from requirements and user stories through test cases and automated scripts
- Prepare, maintain, and execute manual and automated test cases based on user stories
- Review test cases and automation strategies with stakeholders to ensure comprehensive coverage
Collaboration & Agile Delivery
- Partner with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders to understand software requirements
- Design automated tests that validate functionality while considering security and privacy requirements
- Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate with delivery pipeline teams
- Track defects, report execution results, and follow issues through to resolution
- Identify risks, dependencies, and potential impacts to project timelines
CI/CD & Continuous Testing
- Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines
- Support continuous testing practices to improve release quality and speed
- Collaborate with internal and external teams to improve overall software quality
Environment, Data & Risk Management
- Identify and manage environment and test data requirements
- Maintain test environments and supporting data
- Align daily work to risk and control processes, escalating issues as appropriate
- Act as a technical expert on one or more applications
Leadership & Mentorship
- Provide mentorship and guidance to peers on test coverage, test design, and automation best practices
- Develop and maintain comprehensive product and testing documentation
- Contribute to the maturity of testing processes and methodologies across teams
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in software testing, quality engineering, or SDET roles
- Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent professional experience
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and Agile methodologies
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross functional team
Technical Skills & Experience
Automation & Programming
- Strong expertise with test automation frameworks and tools, such as:
- Selenium
- TestNG
- JUnit
- Jasmine
- Proficiency in programming or scripting languages (Python, Java, or JavaScript)
- Experience with front end and back end test automation
Data & Integration Testing
- Strong experience with SQL and database testing
- Experience with ETL testing and automation
- Exposure to data warehouses such as Snowflake is a plus
DevOps & Tooling
- Experience with CI/CD tools and version control systems, including:
- Jenkins
- Git / Bitbucket
- JIRA
- Micro Focus ALM
- Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS
Additional Testing Expertise
- Knowledge of performance and security testing
- Strong understanding of:
- Smoke testing
- Regression testing
- Black box and non black box testing
- Experience testing BI tools (e.g., Power BI, AWS QuickSight) is a plus
- Experience with ETL tools (e.g., Talend, Informatica) is a plus
Preferred Qualifications
- ISTQB or equivalent testing certification
- Experience in capital markets or financial services environments
- Experience working in onsite/offshore delivery models
- Experience leading QA or SDET teams
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Senior level, hands on automation engineer
- Strong ownership mindset with the ability to drive quality initiatives end to end
- Comfortable working with both technical and business stakeholders
- Detail oriented, analytical, and proactive problem solver
- Passionate about improving software quality through automation and continuous testing
Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support.
Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. To learn more, please visit .
Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
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