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Senior SDET ID85590 at AgileEngine in Kolkata, West Bengal, IN
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Job Description
AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Senior SDET to strengthen quality across web and API layers using Java, REST Assured, and Playwright. This role blends a developer mindset with a shift-left testing philosophy, embedding automation directly into CI/CD pipelines. It offers the chance to build testing practices from the ground up in a fast-moving engineering environment.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Framework Design: Build and maintain scalable, robust automation frameworks from the ground up for both Web and API layers.
Strategy & Leadership: Define the automation strategy, ensuring high test coverage and reliable release cycles within your squads.
Backend Validation: Create comprehensive API automation suites to ensure the integrity of microservices.
Frontend Validation: Implement and manage frontend automation scripts to ensure a top-tier user experience.
Coaching: Mentor other engineers on testing best practices and foster a "quality-first" culture.
MUST HAVES
4+ years of experience as an SDET Engineer
Technical Solvency: Strong programming skills in Java (a "developer-first" approach to QA).
API Automation: Extensive experience using REST Assured for backend testing.
Frontend Automation: Proven hands-on experience with Playwright.
Testing Philosophy: Deep understanding of the "shift-left" approach and integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines.
Ability to work independently and provide technical direction on quality initiatives.
Upper-intermediate English level.
NICE TO HAVES
Domain Experience: Previous experience in the Loyalty or Fintech sectors.
Experience with Performance or Load testing (e.g., JMeter or Gatling).
Familiarity with Cloud infrastructure and SQL for data validation within test scripts.
Experience working with Mocking frameworks.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
Growth without limits: build your skills through mentorship, internal TechTalks, challenging projects, and a dedicated annual learning budget
Competitive compensation: get recognition that reflects your skills and impact, with regular performance and compensation reviews
Flexibility: work 100% remotely with flexible hours that support focus, autonomy, and a healthy work rhythm
Meaningful, modern projects: build impactful products using modern technologies alongside global teams and leading brands
Collaborative culture: join a supportive environment with zero micromanagement where ideas are welcomed and contributions are recognized
Well-being & support: access local well-being programs and people-focused support tailored to your location