Software Development Engineer in Test; SDET

Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Location:

Dallas Metro Area (hybrid or remote)
Target

Start Date:

ASAP
Long-Term Contract (3-4 years)
Pay Rate: $36.78-$92.13/hr

Summary
Our client, a global leader in advanced autonomous and robotic solutions, is seeking SDETs to design, develop, and maintain automated and manual tests for autonomous software systems. You will collaborate closely with software development teams to ensure the quality, performance, and reliability of our software products across lab, vehicle, and field test environments. This role is open to candidates at varying levels (SDET 1 through SDET
3), with responsibilities scaling accordingly.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated tests using a variety of tools and technologies.
• Collaborate with project teams to understand requirements and define test strategies and plans.
• Create and maintain comprehensive test cases, documentation, and reporting.
• Execute manual and automated tests to verify functional, performance, and reliability requirements.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues found during testing; collaborate with development teams to resolve defects.
• Conduct user‑acceptance testing as software is ready for release.
• Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and provide quality status updates.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software quality.
• Execute tests in diverse environments, including lab setups, on‑vehicle systems, and field testing scenarios.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• SDET 1: 1‑3 years | SDET 2: 3‑7 years | SDET 3: 7+ years of software testing/development experience.

Technical

Skills:

• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and techniques.
• Proficiency with test case management tools such as JIRA or Test Rail.
• Experience with automated testing tools such as Selenium, Telerik, Test Complete, JMeter, Ready
  
  API, Postman, or similar.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, or C#.

Bonus

Skills:

• Experience with Agile software development methodologies.

We champion equality and inclusivity, proudly supporting an Equal Opportunity Employer policy. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.