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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) - **Company:** DIVERSIFIED INC - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $167,000.0 - $177,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Computing Platforms, Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, DevOps, Apache JMeter, Python (Programming Language), SQL Databases, System Integration Testing, Test Data, Web Testing, Scripting, Performance Testing, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Test Scripts, Apigee, Git, Integration Tests, Api Gateway, Restful APIs, Cucumber (Software), Jbehave, SDET, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f9608117ae800c30 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience * 5+ years in a Lead role, including experience leading a minimum of 5 Quality Engineering (QE) team members at a time * At least 8 years of test automation framework design experience Required Technical Skills * Strong design and development skills in two or more of the following technologies and tools: Java (5+ years), Cucumber (3-5 years), JBehave, or other BDD testing frameworks * Strong experience testing web services (REST APIs) (3-5+ years) * Proven experience developing test scripts, test cases, and test data * Ability to write queries in SQL or other relational databases * Experience testing full stack applications and performing integration testing with third parties * End-to-end system integration testing experience for software platforms * Experience with DevOps concepts and tools (e.g., CI/CD, Jenkins, Git) Desired Skills * Hands-on experience with Python * Development experience with AWS Cloud technology * Experience with TDD, continuous integration, and code review practices * 3+ years of experience developing scenario-based performance testing using JMeter * Experience with Apigee or other API gateways * 2+ years working on an Agile team with a solid understanding of Agile/Lean practices * Understanding of microservice architecture * Experience with load and performance testing * Strong documentation skills Soft Skills * Ability to adapt quickly to a complex environment * Proactive, flexible, and creative * Very strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with developers and business users ## Description Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time Lead Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join our team in Chicago, IL! We offer a hybrid work model, full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you're looking to grow your technical career within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 100 company - let's talk!, This is a hybrid position based out of our Chicago, IL office, requiring two (2) days per week onsite, starting on day one. The Lead SDET will provide technical leadership for a team of 20+, driving the design, development, and maintenance of automated test frameworks that support Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery across systems, infrastructure, and applications., * Develop test automation code for Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) of systems, infrastructure, and test frameworks * Plan, design, develop, and maintain an API test automation framework that facilitates automation scripting, execution, and analysis of results * Provide technical leadership and mentoring for test engineers across multiple applications/projects, both onshore and offshore; train and mentor project team members to create, execute, analyze, and maintain automated regression suites * Coordinate with product owners to resolve open issues, enhancements, and upgrades, and to understand the use of specific functionality as needed * Develop automated functional test scripts using tools such as Java, Karate, and JMeter * Perform exploratory and manual testing of the product suite as appropriate * Serve as a subject matter expert in testing methodologies, best practices, and standards ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Continuous testing - run automated tests for every change!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/190-continuous-testing-run-automated-tests-for-every-change) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [Why I Love End-2-End Tests and How To Get Them Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/996-why-i-love-end-2-end-tests-and-how-to-get-them-right) - [Stop Committing Your Secrets - GIt Hooks To The Rescue!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/573-stop-committing-your-secrets-git-hooks-to-the-rescue) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)