Software Test Engineer/SET/SDET

Software Test Engineer

100% Remote

6 months contract-to-hire

We are looking for a Senior Software Test Engineer who brings deep expertise in test automation and quality engineering while working as an individual contributor. In this role, you will help ensure high-quality software delivery by building reliable automated tests, improving test practices, and partnering closely with engineers and product teams to embed quality throughout the SDLC. This position is hands-on and execution-focused, with opportunities to influence quality practices through technical excellence and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated tests for web applications
• Build and enhance test automation frameworks with a focus on scalability, reliability, and maintainability
• Create end-to-end, integration, and functional tests using modern automation tools
• Collaborate closely with software engineers and product partners to define acceptance criteria and test coverage early in development
• Embed quality earlier in the SDLC by contributing to design and refinement discussions
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and ensure efficient execution at scale
• Investigate test failures, reduce flaky tests, and improve test observability and diagnostics
• Maintain high-quality test data, fixtures, and reusable helpers
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on testability and quality considerations
• Continuously improve testing tools, processes, and documentation

Required Skills & Experience

Programming & Languages

• Strong experience with TypeScript (preferred)
• Experience with C# Java or any object-oriented programming language
• Ability to write clean, readable, and maintainable automation code

Automation Frameworks & Tools

• Hands-on experience with Cypress or Playwright (Cypress preferred, either acceptable)
• Familiarity with Cucumber / BDD concepts and implementations
• Experience with API and backend testing
• Familiarity with cloud-based or containerized test execution
• Exposure to performance, accessibility, or security testing
• Solid understanding of modern automation patterns, including:

• Page Object Model
• Fixtures and test data management
• Reusable helpers and utilities
• Experience structuring test suites for long-term maintainability

CI/CD & Quality Practices

• Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
• Understanding of test execution at scale (parallel runs, environment coordination)
• Strong focus on test reliability, flakiness mitigation, and observability

Collaboration & Expectations

• Comfortable working as a senior individual contributor in cross-functional teams
• Proactive in identifying quality gaps and proposing improvements
• Strong communication skills with engineers and product partners
• Ownership mindset while collaborating within established team structure
• Experience working in Agile / Scrum environments