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# Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

- **Company:** Akamai Technologies
- **Location:** Spain (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Automation of Tests, Software Quality, Linux, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), MongoDB, Networking Basics, Object-Oriented Software Development, Akamai, Software Engineering, Software Testing Automation Framework, Strategies of Testing, Kubernetes, Vertica, Docker, SDET
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/637FEEC0C27C4E81B6B2DDE1DB5AF2F2/job/

## About the Role

* Demonstrate experience creating test automation using Python or any other object-oriented programming language.
 * Demonstrate expertise in software engineering with experience creating scalable and maintainable automation frameworks.
 * Demonstrate expertise with both Linux and Windows operating systems.
 * Demonstrate expertise in computer networking concepts and practical experience in testing distributed systems effectively.
 * Build comprehensive automated testing infrastructures from start to finish.
 * Design and implement automated testing frameworks and tools to ensure software quality and reliability across various platforms.

## Description

As a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test, you will be responsible for:

 * Creating automation solutions within an extensive and varied Python codebase.
 * Designing and implementing automated testing frameworks and tools to ensure robust software quality and seamless integration.
 * Utilizing modern technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, MongoDB, ClickHouse, public cloud platforms, and additional innovative tools.
 * Collaborating with R&D and Product teams to establish effective quality strategies for upcoming features.
 * Collaborating closely with technical teams across Guardicore and Akamai to ensure seamless integration and effective communication.
 * Designing and implementing scalable test automation frameworks to ensure robust software quality across multiple platforms and environments.
 * Designing and implementing automated testing frameworks to ensure software quality and streamline the development lifecycle.
 * Driving quality initiatives for new features while shaping testing strategies across the entire software development lifecycle.


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