Software Engineer in Test

Role: SDET Engineer

Location: Remote (Poland)

Type: Contract

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to design, develop, and maintain automated testing solutions that ensure high-quality software delivery. The ideal candidate has strong programming skills and hands-on experience with modern test automation frameworks, web technologies, and database validation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test scripts for web and backend applications.
• Build scalable and reliable test automation using Playwright with JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Develop custom test utilities and automation tools using Python and Node.js.
• Collaborate closely with software developers, product managers, and DevOps teams to ensure test coverage throughout the SDLC.
• Perform API, UI, and end-to-end testing for web applications.
• Validate data integrity by writing and executing SQL queries against relational databases.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and ensure continuous quality feedback.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and work with development teams to resolve issues.
• Ensure best practices for test automation, including code quality, maintainability, and reusability.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving overall testing strategies.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong programming experience in Python and JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Hands-on experience with Playwright for browser-based automation testing.
• Proficiency in Node.js for building and executing test frameworks.
• Solid understanding of SQL for database validation and backend testing.
• Experience testing RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies, test design techniques, and defect tracking.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI) is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with performance or security testing tools.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Knowledge of containerization tools like Docker.
• ISTQB or other testing certifications (optional).