Sr SDET (AI-Augmented)

We’re Hiring: Sr SDET (AI-Augmented)

Location: Blue Bell, PA
Duration: Contract W2 Only

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About the Role:
We are seeking experienced Software Development Engineers in Test (SDETs) who leverage AI as a core part of their workflow. This role involves working on high-impact platform initiatives, building automated test solutions at speed using modern AI-assisted development tools.

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Key Responsibilities:

* Develop and maintain API and integration tests using Karate framework (DSL, JUnit5, Maven, Cucumber, JDBC)
* Build UI automation scripts using Playwright with Python
* Create CLI-based test tools in Python for API testing, data validation, and log parsing
* Integrate test suites into Jenkins CI/CD pipelines and ensure high-quality delivery across environments
* Generate and manage synthetic test data for comprehensive test coverage
* Develop contract tests for microservices deployed on Kubernetes/OpenShift
* Collaborate with development teams to improve testability and shift-left testing practices
* Debug pipeline failures and optimize test execution using AI-assisted tools

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AI-Driven Expectations:

* Ability to generate complete Karate feature file suites from OpenAPI specifications
* Build Python CLI tools using AI-assisted coding tools
* Use AI tools to accelerate debugging and test development
* Review and refine AI-generated code to maintain high-quality standards

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Required Skills:

* 3+ years of experience in SDET or automation engineering
* Strong expertise in Karate framework and API testing
* Experience with Playwright and Python for UI automation
* Proficiency in Python scripting for test automation and utilities
* Hands-on experience with Jenkins CI/CD pipelines
* Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes/OpenShift
* Experience with Git-based workflows (Bitbucket preferred)
* Active use of AI coding tools like GitHub Copilot and Claude Code

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Nice to Have:

* Experience with Oracle/SQL and JDBC-based validations
* Familiarity with Spring Boot testing
* Experience with monitoring tools like Dynatrace or Kibana
* Knowledge of Helm, GitOps, or messaging systems like RabbitMQ