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# SDET sr-ST; Nashville, TN

- **Company:** Starbucks
- **Location:** Nashville, TN, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Bug Tracking Systems, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Object-Oriented Software Development, Open Source Technology, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Software Testing Automation Framework, Systems Architecture, Test Management, Performance Testing, Information Technology, Software Version Control, SDET
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us1c1992f07120f02d31cf8918521c7f7b/eaa

## About the Role

* 5+ years of experience designing and developing automation frameworks with strong programming and scripting skills
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
 * Strong coding experience with object-oriented programming and design patterns
 * Experience with automation tools and frameworks (open-source or commercial)
 * Knowledge of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and test management practices
 * Experience with version control systems and defect tracking tools
 * Understanding of cloud technologies (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) and system architecture concepts
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
 * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

## Description

As a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), you will play a critical role in advancing test automation capabilities and ensuring high-quality software delivery across systems and applications. You will design, develop, and sustain scalable automation frameworks while guiding teams on best practices across the software development lifecycle.
## As a Sr SDET, you will:

 * Design and enhance test automation frameworks - Build and improve automation frameworks and implement scalable automated test suites and scripts
 * Drive quality improvements - Recommend and implement enhancements across automation design, development, and execution processes
 * Lead and mentor - Provide oversight and guidance to QA analysts, developers, and testers on automation and performance testing strategies
 * Execute and analyze testing - Develop, maintain, and debug automated test scripts while tracking and communicating execution results
 * Evaluate tools and frameworks - Participate in tool selection, create POCs, and recommend automation solutions
 * Collaborate across teams - Work cross-functionally with engineers, analysts, and project managers to deliver high-quality software