Software Development Engineer in Test

Job Title:

Engineer 2 (SDET)

Location:

Seattle, Washington % Onsite)

Duration: 06-month contract (with possible extension)

Start Date:

Targeting Feb 2026

Pay Rate:

$59.8/hr. to $66.90/hr. on W2

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision.

Note:

This opportunity is not open for C2C (Corp-to-Corp) candidates.

Job Description:

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented Software Development Engineer in Test to join our engineering team. This role is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software products through automated testing, test framework development, and close collaboration with development teams.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain robust UI automation frameworks using Playwright for React web applications

Write clean, maintainable, and efficient test code integrated with CI/CD pipelines

Collaborate with software engineers to understand system architecture and identify quality risks early

Create and execute test plans covering functional, regression, integration, and performance testing

Identify, document, and track software defects and ensure timely resolution

Develop tools and utilities to improve testing efficiency and coverage

Participate in code reviews for production and test code

Monitor test results, analyze failures, and report software quality metrics

Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and best practices

Required Skills & Experience

3+ years of experience in software development and test automation

Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or JavaScript

Hands-on experience with Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar frameworks

Solid understanding of unit, integration, and end-to-end testing methodologies

Experience with API testing tools such as Postman or REST Assured

Proficiency with Git

Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI or GitHub Actions

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

Knowledge of security testing principles and tools

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)

Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes)

Excellent communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience

"Join us to shape the future of software quality, where your automation expertise drives innovation, reliability, and excellence in every product we deliver."