IT Software Engineer 5 (Senior SDET)

Job Title:

IT Software Engineer 5 (Senior SDET)

Job ID:

96948-1

Location:

Chicago, IL (Onsite)

Duration:

12 Months (Potential Extension)

Note :

Need to take skill assessment test First Preference for Locals Role Overview We are looking for a Senior SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) with 8-10+ years of experience to support enterprise-level applications. This role focuses on end-to-end testing, automation framework development, and API/UI validation across multiple systems. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and enhance test automation frameworks using Java Perform end-to-end, backend, and UI functional testing Develop and execute automated test cases using BDD frameworks Create test strategy, test plans, and test data Validate REST APIs using tools like REST-assured Collaborate with development and business teams to understand requirements Contribute to framework-level improvements benefiting the entire team Execute integration and system testing , including third-party integrations Perform performance testing using tools like JMeter Ensure quality across full SDLC lifecycle Required Technical Skills Strong Java programming expertise (3-5+ years) Hands-on experience with BDD frameworks (mandatory) Cucumber (required) JBehave or similar tools Strong experience in API Testing (REST APIs) Experience with REST-assured Minimum 8+ years in test automation framework design Experience with: SQL / relational databases Test case & test data creation End-to-end system integration testing Performance testing experience using JMeter (3+ years) Preferred Skills (Nice to Have) Python experience AWS / Cloud exposure CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git) DevOps practices API gateways (Apigee) Microservices architecture understanding TDD & code review practices Agile/Scrum experience (2+ years) Prioritize candidates with: Java + SDET strong background BDD + Cucumber (must-have)

REST API

+ REST-assured Automation framework development experience Ensure candidates: Are comfortable with coding interviews Have stable work history (avoid job hoppers) Are fully aligned with onsite requirement Soft Skills Strong communication and collaboration skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Proactive, adaptable, and problem-solving mindset Ability to work in complex, fast-paced environments Education & Experience Bachelor s Degree (mandatory) Minimum 8-10+ years of experience (no exceptions)

Interview Process Total Rounds:

2 Round 1: Java coding + API concepts Round 2: In-person or phone interview Work Requirements Onsite role (Chicago, IL) - no remote option Preference for local candidates Non-local candidates must: Be willing to relocate at their own expense Be available onsite from Day 1