Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

Remote in Brazil,

Location-specific conditions & benefits*

Brazil

We are seeking a driven Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to expand our Quality Engineering team.

The ideal candidate will take a leading role in crafting, managing, and executing detailed test plans and test cases, ensuring alignment with product management and development timelines. This role demands expertise in both manual and automated testing as part of a comprehensive testing strategy, working in close collaboration with Software Development, DevOps, and Project & Product Management teams.

Responsibilities

Develop detailed test plans, test cases, and project timelines
Ensure alignment of test efforts with Product Management and Development team schedules
Create and execute manual and automated test scripts for system validation
Define test strategies covering product requirements, features, enhancements, and bug fixes
Apply best QA practices across all phases of the project lifecycle
Collaborate with DevOps and Product Development teams to ensure smooth workflow integration
Analyze and refine test suites, assertions, and tests within shared code repositories
Maintain high-quality standards for web applications used for both internal and external purposes
Perform performance, load, and API testing to validate system robustness and scalability
Use tools such as Playwright, Postman, Jira, and K6 to address various testing needs
Set up and manage local environments required for effective development and testing
Participate actively in Agile/Scrum practices within diverse teams

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in software testing or related fields
Background in repository management using Git
Proficiency in establishing automated testing frameworks with tools like Playwright
Knowledge of Azure DevOps with experience in Azure Test Plans and Pipelines
Skills in Node.js, TypeScript, and GraphQL for debugging and testing purposes
Expertise in managing API testing and debugging processes using Postman
Experience conducting and maintaining performance tests with tools like K6
Understanding of ticketing systems such as Jira for tracking bugs and tasks
Competency in working with continuous integration tools and code coverage strategies
Clear understanding of front-end and back-end interactions in database-driven systems
Capability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical problems effectively

Nice to have

Familiarity with tools like JMeter for performance and load testing of web applications

Benefits

International projects with top brands
Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
Healthcare benefits
Employee financial programs
Paid time off and sick leave
Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
Global career opportunities
Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
EPAM Employee Groups
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