Software Development Engineer In Test

Description

Seeking an experienced Software Developer to be embedded within its QA organization. This resource will be responsible for developing comprehensive test automation solutions that validate both frontend user interfaces and backend APIs.

The ideal candidate will have strong Java experience and be comfortable writing clean, maintainable, and scalable code. This individual will support a major modernization initiative focused on migrating legacy automation framework to a new Java and Playwright based solution while also supporting broader QA engineering efforts.

• Use Java and/or Groovy to develop, enhance, and maintain automated test solutions across UI and service layers.
• Support the migration of legacy test automation assets into a modern Java and Playwright framework.
• Identify gaps in test coverage and develop automation to improve quality.
• Participate in code reviews and enforce object oriented development best practices.
• Collaborate with Product, QA, and Development teams throughout the software lifecycle.
• Assist with issue triage, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
• Take ownership of quality outcomes and continuously improve automation capabilities.

• Chicago area candidates strongly preferred.
• Hybrid schedule with expectation to be onsite 1 to 2 days per week in downtown Chicago.
• Playwright experience is preferred over Selenium, but either is acceptable.
• Candidates with only Cypress experience are unlikely to be a fit.
• Typescript Playwright experience can be considered if the candidate has prior Java experience.
• Strong REST Assured experience is highly desirable.
• Groovy development experience is a major plus, but true Groovy development is rare. Experience simply maintaining Gradle build files should not be considered Groovy development.
• Kafka experience is a nice to have and would provide additional value to the team.
• Experience converting or migrating applications, frameworks, or automation suites from one technology stack to another is highly valuable.
• Experience automating complex customer facing web applications such as ecommerce, travel, booking, checkout, or transactional user experiences is preferred.
• Looking for self motivated individuals who proactively identify problems, seek out work, learn new technologies, and drive solutions independently.

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $56.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Chicago, IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.