Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) - Remote

Job Description

Job Description

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) for a remote contract to hire opportunity with a Major Financial Institution.

In this role, you will lead test automation efforts while partnering with manual QA teams to accelerate their transition to automation. You will design, develop, and maintain scalable test frameworks, leverage AI-powered testing solutions, and drive quality engineering best practices across the software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Develop automation standards, reusable components, and testing strategies to improve coverage and efficiency
• Utilize AI/Agent-based testing tools and frameworks to optimize test creation, execution, and maintenance
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and QA teams to ensure quality is built into the development process
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Playwright and or Selenium
• Create and execute automated UI, API, integration, and regression test suites
• Mentor and train manual testers on automation tools, frameworks, and quality engineering best practices
• Analyze test results, identify root causes, and drive defect resolution
• Support CI/CD pipelines and integrate automated testing into deployment workflows
• Promote a quality-first culture and continuous improvement across engineering teams

Requirements:

• 5+ years of QA Automation or SDET experience
• Experience building and maintaining scalable automation frameworks from the ground up
• Strong hands-on experience with Playwright and/or Selenium
• Proficiency in Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, or Python
• Experience mentoring or training manual testers in automation practices
• Knowledge of AI/Agentic testing tools and intelligent test automation approaches
• Experience with API testing tools and frameworks
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Desired skills:

• Experience within financial services or other regulated industries
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
• Experience with performance testing and test data management
• Relevant testing certifications (ISTQB, SAFe, or similar)

Pay rate range: $55 - $70 per hour

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.