Software Engineer in Test

**This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Software Engineer in Test based in India.** We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer in Test to help build reliable, high-quality software solutions through advanced automation practices. This role focuses on designing scalable testing frameworks, improving release confidence, and embedding quality throughout the development lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with engineering teams to create automated validation processes across applications, APIs, and infrastructure. The position offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical healthcare technology where performance, security, and reliability are essential. You will contribute to modern DevOps practices by integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and improving engineering efficiency. This is an impactful opportunity for a quality-focused engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges in a remote environment. ### Accountabilities: The Software Engineer in Test will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated testing solutions that improve software quality, reliability, and delivery speed. - Design and implement scalable, reusable automated testing frameworks using modern testing tools and engineering practices. - Lead automation initiatives to transition manual regression processes into efficient automated test suites using Selenium and Playwright. - Develop automated tests for web applications, REST/SOAP APIs, and microservices-based architectures. - Create and execute load, stress, and performance testing strategies to ensure application stability under high data volumes. - Integrate automated testing solutions into CI/CD workflows using tools such as Git, Bitbucket, and Jenkins. - Develop scripts and processes for managing, generating, and masking test data across development, QA, and staging environments. - Collaborate with software developers during code reviews to improve testability and encourage strong testing practices. - Analyze system architecture and identify potential quality risks early in the development process. - Support continuous improvement of testing processes, frameworks, and engineering standards. - Work independently while collaborating with distributed engineering teams. ## **Requirements:** The ideal candidate combines strong software engineering skills with deep expertise in automation testing, DevOps practices, and quality engineering methodologies. - 4–6 years of experience in software quality engineering, including at least 3 years focused on automation engineering. - Strong hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver and Playwright for web application automation. - Proficiency in Java, Python, or JavaScript/Node.js with practical software development experience. - Experience writing shell scripts, working with XML, and developing complex SQL queries for Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server. - Strong understanding of API testing and service-oriented or microservices architectures using tools such as Postman or RestAssured. - Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and working with version control systems such as Git or Bitbucket. - Knowledge of Docker containerization and managing test environments or virtualized infrastructure. - Understanding of data privacy and security frameworks such as HIPAA or GDPR. - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work independently. **Nice-to-have qualifications:** - Experience with QA certifications such as ISTQB or CSTE. - Background working with healthcare, public health systems, or other highly regulated industries. - Familiarity with database administration, Oracle/SQL environments, and network infrastructure. - Knowledge of testing methodologies such as Six Sigma, CMM, or ISO9000. - Experience running auto…