Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

As an SDET, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our clients’ software products. You will work on internal projects that we deliver to our global clients, designing, developing, and implementing automated test solutions leveraging the Applause automation framework. Your expertise in programming and test automation will help us deliver top-notch software to our clients.

Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks.

• Collaborate with development and QA teams to identify test requirements and create test plans.

• Execute automated tests, analyze results, and report defects.

• Continuously improve and optimize test automation processes.

• Setup CI / CD pipeline and continuous reporting

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in test automation and software development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, or related field; or equivalent experience

• 5+ years of relevant experience in software development and test automation

• Proven programming experience in Core Java and/or TypeScript JS

• Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Appium, JUnit, TestNG)

• Strong understanding of software development, design and testing principles

• Strong understanding of object oriented programming

• Experience with automating web, native mobile applications and API is a must

• Attention to code quality and standards

• Familiarity with branching strategies and version control systems (e.g., Git)

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines

• Test data management and service virtualization

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

• Experience with GitHub Actions, ADO, Jenkins, etc.

We Are:

Applause leverages its worldwide community of on-demand digital testing professionals to create curated and vetted testing teams who provide our clients with a full suite of testing and feedback solutions. Our white glove approach seamlessly integrates with any SDLC process, enabling leading brands across all industries to increase development velocity and deliver high-quality digital experiences to their customers.

Applause is a place where everyone belongs and where we believe everyone deserves the exceptional. Since our founding, we have continued to celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We have a global workforce that, like our crowd, embraces diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities. Our employees bring their true self to Applause. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you are qualified to perform the essential functions of this job, but believe you require a reasonable accommodation to do so, please click here to complete an accommodation request. Please note Applause will only review requests for applications that have been submitted. We will review your qualifications and follow up with you regarding your request if your qualifications meet our current needs.