Software Development Engineer in Test; SDET – Automation

Position: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) – Performance Automation

Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) – Performance Automation

Capgemini Engineering provides a base pay range of $120,000 to $130,000 per year based on skills and experience. The role is 100% onsite in Waltham, MA.

Job Title: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) – Performance Automation

Job Location: Waltham, MA (100% onsite)

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automated performance test scripts using Python to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Analyze test results with developers and engineers, performing bug fixes to enhance application performance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand application requirements and develop effective test strategies.
• Provide technical guidance on performance testing processes and standards throughout the test development lifecycle.
• Maintain and enhance the performance automation framework, improving existing processes and extending the framework for load testing.
• Develop comprehensive performance test plans and strategies to monitor and optimize application performance.
• Identify performance bottlenecks and recommend corrective actions to improve system performance.
• Participate in CI/CD efforts, integrating testing workflows into continuous integration and delivery pipelines.
• Document testing procedures, including test cases, results, and performance testing protocols.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3–7+ years of proven experience in automation testing with strong understanding of the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) and performance methodologies.
• Experience designing and developing automated test suites for Linux with Python.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in advanced Python programming.
• Linux OS experience (Rocky Linux 8.8+ preferred).
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or Git Lab.
• Experience with load testing tools (Load Runner, JMeter, etc.).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• Experience using Jira to track and resolve test issues.

Preferred Skills

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

Benefits & Perks

• Healthcare package including dental, vision, mental health, and well‑being programs.
• 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Family‑building benefits such as adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation.
• Social well‑being benefits such as subsidized backup child/elder care and tutoring.
• Mentoring, coaching, and learning programs.
• Employee Resource Groups and disaster relief support.

About Capgemini Engineering

Capgemini Engineering is a world leader in engineering and R&D services, combining industry knowledge with cutting‑edge technologies in digital and software. With 65,000 engineers and scientists across 30+ countries, it helps clients accelerate their journey toward Intelligent Industry and a digital‑sustainable future.

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