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Sr SDET

TEKsystems
$65.00 - $75.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Ohio, Westfield Center
Mar 21, 2026
Description Job Summary The Software Development Engineer of Test (SDET) is a highly technical, senior engineer role responsible for building modern, scalable quality engineering solutions across applications, APIs, and platforms. This role blends software development, SDETlevel automation, AIenabled testing ,and quality architecture to accelerate delivery while improving product reliability. Operating as a technical leader within agile teams, the SDET drives engineeringfirst testing practices, partners with developers to embed testability into design, enhances CI/CD pipeline quality, and advances enterprise automation frameworks. This role is central to Westfield's transition toward AIaccelerated, developeraligned quality engineering-ensuring our teams deliver resilient, highquality software at speed. The SDET does not manage people but serves as a technical mentor, influencer, and engineering anchor across the asset delivery team. Job Responsibilities EngineeringForward Quality & Automation Design, develop, and maintain robust automated test frameworks for API, UI, integration, performance, and endtoend testing. Write productionlevel automation code using modern languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#). Implement shiftleft engineering by partnering with developers on unit testing patterns, code quality, and testability design. Ensure automated tests integrate into CI/CD pipelines to improve feedback speed and delivery confidence. Identify and automate highvalue opportunities that replace manual or repetitive validation. AIEnabled Quality Engineering Use Gen AI tools for test generation, code suggestions, defect classification, and quality insights. Contribute to selfhealing automation frameworks and AIassisted testing accelerators. Promote responsible use of AI for engineering workflows and coach team members in AIsupported testing techniques. Quality Strategy, Architecture & Risk Engineering Translate business and system requirements into riskbased testing strategies and automation coverage models. Partner with developers, architects, and QE Leads to design APIfirst quality strategies aligned to platform modernization. Contribute to test data design, service mocks, simulation layers, and synthetic test environments. Analyze logs, telemetry, and monitoring data to identify systemic issues and drive longterm quality improvements. Collaboration, Delivery Excellence & Modern Engineering Practices Work directly with Application Engineering, DevSecOps, Architecture, and Operations to build a unified quality model. Improve pipeline quality through CI/CD best practices, static analysis, quality gates, and automated checks. Participate in production issue reviews; identify root patterns, debugging, API testing, and engineering best practices. Execution, Analysis & Continuous Improvement Perform handson testing of complex workflows, integrations, and edge cases where human judgment is required. Evaluate defects, logs, and system behavior to identify gaps in coverage or test strategy. Maintain highquality documentation for test frameworks, automation suites, and quality processes. Evaluate and recommend new tools, frameworks, and engineering techniques aligned with enterprise standards. Job Qualifications 5-7+ years in software engineering, test automation, SDET, or quality engineering roles. Strong programming experience in one or more languages (Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, etc.). Expertise with modern test frameworks (JUnit/TestNG, PyTest, Playwright/Cypress, REST Assured, etc.). Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, AzureDevOps, Jenkins) and DevSecOpsaligned practices. Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and modern software engineering principles. Experience with AIenabled quality engineering tools(selfhealing, autonomous test generation, etc.). Experience with observability, logs, dashboards, and performance testing tools (Dynatrace, LoadRunner, Graylog). Handson experience testing and automating REST APIs, microservices, integrations, and cloudbased systems. Cloud or container experience (AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker ,Kubernetes). Industry certifications (CSQE, ISTQB, or similar). Hybrid Tuesday-Thursday in the office. Behavioral Competencies Collaborates Communicates Effectively Customer Focus Decision Quality Nimble Learning Ensures Accountability Manages Complexity Drives Continuous Improvement Technical Skills Test Automation & Framework Design API & Microservices Testing Programming Languages CI/CD Integration AIAssisted Testing Observability & Monitoring Debugging & Troubleshooting Agile Engineering Practices Cloud & DevOps Fundamentals Technical Documentation Skills Java, Python, Test automation, JavaScript, Automation testing, REST API, PyTest, Playwright/Cypress, Playwright, Rest Assured, CI/CD Pipelines, Azure Dev Ops, ADO, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, JUnit, TestNG, typescript, Cloud, Azure, CSQE Certification, ISTQB Certification, Basic AI, AI Additional Skills & Qualifications Strong Soft Skills Experience Level Expert Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Westfield Center, OH. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Westfield Center,OH. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.