Software Development Engineer in Test; SDET – Automation

Job Title:
Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) – Performance Automation
Job Location:
Waltham, MA (100% onsite)
About the job you’re considering

This position requires an engineer with a strong background in Python and performance test automation. The ideal candidate will design and develop automated test suites to evaluate application performance on a Linux platform and use a Behavior‑Driven Development (BDD) framework to ensure quality and reliability.

• Design, develop, and implement automated performance test scripts using Python to ensure comprehensive coverage.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand requirements and develop effective test strategies.
• Maintain and enhance the performance automation framework and processes, including load‑testing framework.
• Participate in CI/CD efforts to streamline testing workflows.
• Document testing procedures, prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation of test cases and results.

• 3–7 years of proven automation testing experience, with strong understanding of the STLC and performance testing methodologies.
• Experience designing and developing automated test suites (Linux & Python) for performance evaluation.
• Ability to diagnose performance issues such as application speed (fps) and scalability.
• Proficient in advanced Python programming language.
• Linux OS experience (Rocky Linux 8.8 or newer preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with CI/CD processes and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git Lab).
• Experience with test automation tools such as Load Runner, JMeter, etc.
• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, computer science, or equivalent.

• Experience with Squish/Squish Coco.
• Experience with National Instruments (NI) PXI System.
• Knowledge of API testing tools (e.g., Postman, SoapUI).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.

Capgemini supports all aspects of your well‑being through a range of benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Healthcare, dental, vision, mental‑health and well‑being programs.
• Financial well‑being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan.
• Paid time off, holidays, parental leave.
• Family building benefits (adoption, surrogacy, cryopreservation).
• Social well‑being benefits such as subsidised back‑up child/elder care and tutoring.
• Mentoring, coaching and learning programmes.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Disaster relief support.

World leader in engineering and R&D services, Capgemini Engineering brings deep industry knowledge and cutting‑edge technology to support the convergence of the physical and digital worlds.

With over 55 years of heritage and a global team of ~340,000 members, Capgemini delivers end‑to‑end services across strategy, design, and engineering, powered by AI, generative AI, cloud and data.

The Group reported 2024 global revenues of €22.1 billion.

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

Applicants for employment in the US must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the US by Capgemini.

Capgemini discloses salary range information in compliance with state and local pay transparency obligations. The disclosed range represents the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting, and may be modified in the future: $54,000 – $138,000. The role may also be eligible for variable compensation, bonuses, or commission.