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# SDET Senior Test Lead

- **Company:** HCL America Inc.
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $69,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Databases, Payment Systems, Apache JMeter, Python (Programming Language), E2e Testing, Ruby, Selenium, Software Testing Automation Framework, Strategies of Testing, Web Testing, Web Services, Cloud Platform System, Performance Testing, Api Management, SDET, Programming Languages
- **Published:** September 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6818529a71872f33

## About the Role

1. Strong experience in api testing and webservices testing
 2. Proficiency in using automation tools like selenium for web application testing
 3. In-depth knowledge of sdet (software development engineer in test) methodologies
 4. Familiarity with programming languages such as java, python, or ruby
 5. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
 6. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in testing processes
 7. Ability to work in a fast paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
 8. Good communication and leadership skills

Other Requirements

 * Omnichannel Retail and eCommerce integrations.
 * Mobile POS testing experience.
 * Payment systems and loyalty program testing.
 * Performance testing exposure (JMeter).
 * Cloud platform knowledge (AWS/Azure).

## Description

An experienced Senior QA Engineer with strong expertise in Retail/POS (Point of Sale) systems and test automation . The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in retail applications, automation framework development, API testing, and end-to-end quality assurance in Agile environments., * QA resources must be physically present in the Stores Lab to perform testing on customer devices.

 * Multiple Store Zero testing for upcoming new store deploymentsLocalization testing from US customer labsValidation for region-specific compliance, including regulatory, tax, language, and business rule requirements
 * Develop and execute test strategies, test plans, and test cases for Retail/POS applications.
 * Perform Functional, Integration, System, Regression, and UAT testing.
 * Validate POS functionalities including sales, returns, exchanges, promotions, discounts, loyalty programs, inventory, pricing, and payment processing.
 * Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks.
 * Conduct API, database, and end-to-end testing.
 * Identify, track, and manage defects through resolution.
 * Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Developers, and business stakeholders.
 * Participate in Agile ceremonies and support production releases.


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