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
Work from home & Local connection: Work where you feel most productive and connect with your team in periodic meet-ups to strengthen your network and connect with other top experts.
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📌 Senior Software Engineer in Test (India)
🏢 AgileEngine
📍 India