> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1245296-senior-software-development-engineer-in-test](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1245296-senior-software-development-engineer-in-test). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Development Engineer in Test - **Company:** Retail Limited - **Location:** Richmond, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Code Generation, Software Quality, Computer Programming, Python (Programming Language), Selenium, Software Engineering, Strategies of Testing, TypeScript, Spring Cloud, Large Language Models, Prompt Engineering, Cypress (Programming Language), Generative AI, Pytest, Playwright, Data Analytics, SDET, Databricks - **Published:** July 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=2134ed385a9723b1 ## About the Role We're looking for someone who sees testing as an engineering discipline, loves automation, and is excited by the potential of AI to transform how software quality is delivered. You'll play a key role in building scalable test frameworks, embedding quality into our development lifecycle, and helping our engineers create better software, faster., * Previous experience as a Software Engineer in Test (SET), SDET, QA Automation Engineer or similar * Proven programming skills in Python and/or TypeScript * Experience with modern automation frameworks such as Playwright, Cypress, PyTest, Jest or Selenium * Hands-on experience using Generative AI tools to support software development or testing * A good understanding of prompt engineering and AI-assisted code generation * Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines * Strong knowledge of testing strategies across the software development lifecycle * Experience mentoring or supporting engineers in quality engineering best practices Bonus points if you also have; * Knowledge of AI-powered testing solutions * Data and analytics platforms * Azure, Databricks or cloud-native applications * Engineering quality metrics and standards * LLM evaluation frameworks and AI testing techniques Some of our extras... Flexible Working - Enjoy a hybrid work model (typically 2 days in the office) with flexibility based on business needs, plus a work from anywhere policy to give you freedom to explore. ## Related Videos - [Proactive monitoring and smoke testing in your production environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/139-proactive-monitoring-and-smoke-testing-in-your-production-environment) - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) - [pytest: Simple, rapid and fun testing with Python](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/213-pytest-simple-rapid-and-fun-testing-with-python) - [Are Classical Automation Frameworks Dead? How AI Agents Are Transforming QA](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100243-are-classical-automation-frameworks-dead-how-ai-agents-are-transforming-qa) - [AI as a Test Designer: Transforming Experience into Automated Testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1984-ai-as-a-test-designer-transforming-experience-into-automated-testing) - [Old tools, new tricks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1916-old-tools-new-tricks) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Prompt Engineer ✍️](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/216-the-prompt-engineer)