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# Principal Software Development Engineer in Test in New York

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $171,600.0 - $230,100.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Information Technology, SDET
- **Published:** August 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/principal-software-development-engineer-test-new-york-31333691

## About the Role

Ideal candidates are highly proactive, influential, and passionate about transforming quality engineering through cutting-edge technology and thought leadership., * Minimum of 10 years experience in quality engineering, automation, or software development, with recent leadership responsibilities in large, complex engineering environments
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 * Passion around driving best practices in the testing space
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 * Knowledge of software engineering practices and agile approaches
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 * Strong desire for establishing and improving product quality
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 * Proven expertise architecting and scaling test automation for distributed, cloud- systems
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 * Track record of influencing enterprise strategy and leading transformation initiatives
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 * Advanced proficiency with Python or modern OO ; experience with ad-tech or large-scale systems is a plus
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 * Willingness to take challenges head on while being part of a team
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 * Strong communication, stakeholder management, and mentoring skills
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 * Bachelor's degree, preferably in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent work experience)

## Description

Product Engineering is a unified team responsible for the engineering of Disney Entertainment & ESPN digital and streaming products and platforms. This includes product engineering, media engineering, quality engineering, and the engineering behind personalization, commerce, lifecycle, and ., The DEEP & Technology team is seeking a visionary Principal Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to spearhead quality engineering across our streaming, data and advertising systems. As a trusted engineering leader and technical authority, you will set the strategic direction for automation, quality practices, and test architectures organization-wide. You will partner cross-functionally to align quality strategy with company objectives, lead innovation in automated testing processes, and ensure our systems robustly deliver relevant and reliable products to all viewers. Your decisions and leadership will have a substantial impact on revenue, user experience, and operational efficiency.


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