Software Development Engineer in Test

Chicago, IL, US • Posted 30+ days ago • Updated 6 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
$100000 - $130000/yr
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Skills

  • Software Development
  • Web Applications
  • Cloud Computing
  • Test Strategy
  • Java
  • Python
  • JavaScript
  • API QA
  • JUnit
  • Version Control
  • Systems Architecture
  • Database
  • Docker
  • Grafana
  • Computer Networking
  • Dragon NaturallySpeaking
  • DNS
  • Intellectual Property
  • IP
  • OSI Model
  • Performance Testing
  • CHAOS
  • Agile
  • Automated Testing
  • UI
  • API
  • Reliability Engineering
  • Continuous Integration
  • Continuous Delivery
  • Collaboration
  • Insurance
  • SAP BASIS

Summary

A growing technology company in Chicago is seeking a full-time Senior Software Development Engineer in Test to support the development of advanced automation platforms. This organization builds scalable systems using modern technologies across web applications, backend services, and cloud-based infrastructure. The role focuses on test automation, reliability engineering, and system performance within a collaborative engineering environment.

This opportunity stands out for its blend of SDET and SRE responsibilities, giving engineers the ability to shape testing strategy while improving system reliability at scale. The team is looking for someone who enjoys working across the full stack and influencing architecture, monitoring, and CI/CD processes. It offers strong growth potential, exposure to modern tools, and the ability to work on complex systems with real-world impact. Required Skills & Experience 5+ years in SDET, test automation, or similar engineering roles
Strong programming experience in Java, Python, or JavaScript
Experience with UI and API testing
Hands-on work with automation frameworks such as JUnit, Jest, or PyTest
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control tools
Understanding of system architecture, databases, and distributed systems
Experience with Docker or containerized environments Desired Skills & Experience Exposure to Site Reliability Engineering concepts
Experience with monitoring tools such as Prometheus or Grafana
Knowledge of networking fundamentals (DNS, IP, OSI model)
Familiarity with performance testing or chaos engineering
Experience working in Agile environments
What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown

40% Test Automation (UI/API)
30% Backend/System Reliability
20% CI/CD and Infrastructure
10% Collaboration and Design

Daily Responsibilities

70% Hands On
30% Team Collaboration
The Offer Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Vacation Time
Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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  • Dice Id: 10105282
  • Position Id: 882044
  • Posted 30+ days ago

Company Info

About Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Motion Recruitment delivers IT Talent Solutions for Contract, Direct Hire, Managed Solutions and Statement of Work to all of North America from our 21 delivery centers. Our high-touch, specialized, team-based recruitment model’s success is proven through our exemplary track record in filling the most challenging IT positions for startup and enterprise clients alike. Our hyper-specialized tech focus results in a truly consultative approach for both our clients and candidates, within our recruiting areas of expertise: Software, Mobile, Data, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Product + UX and Functional.

Motion also delivers IT Consulting Solutions through the Motion Consulting Group (MCG) that create true digital transformation for IT projects in Agile Development & Coaching, DevOps & DevSecOps Solutions, and Managed Services for IT Operations.

We’re also the proud creators of Tech in Motion and the Timmy Awards, our North American community platform, events series and award program that connects over 250,000 tech enthusiasts to meet, learn, and innovate.

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