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# Software Development Engineer in Test II (SDET II

- **Company:** Platform Science
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $83,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Web Accessibility, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Android Software Development, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software as a Service, Code Coverage, Code Generation, Software Quality, Code Review, Software Debugging, Desktop Computing, Distributed Systems, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Apache JMeter, Python (Programming Language), Load Testing, Microsoft UI Automation, OAuth, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Reliability Testing, Ruby, Software Engineering, Strategies of Testing, TypeScript, Data Logging, Google Cloud, Appium, Tablet Computers, Gatling, AI Coding Agents, Git, Data Layers, Gherkin, Information Technology, Tools for Reporting, Restful APIs, Docker, SDET
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/software-development-engineer-in-test-ii-sdet-ii-platform-science-10587136

## About the Role

The ideal candidate combines strong software engineering skills with a quality-focused mindset and can independently solve moderately complex testing and automation challenges., * Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

 * 3-4 years of experience in software development, test automation, or quality engineering.
 * Proficiency in Python, or a comparable object-oriented language (Java, C#, Ruby, JavaScript/TypeScript)
 * Experience with Gherkin/BDD frameworks.
 * Experience with mobile UI automation (Appium, Espresso, XCUITest, or similar).
 * Comfort with REST API testing - OAuth-based auth flows, building/debugging HTTP request wrappers, reading API error responses.
 * Experience working with Git, CI/CD systems, and Agile software development practices.
 * Ability to troubleshoot distributed systems using logs, metrics, traces, and debugging tools.
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and nontechnical teams.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience testing cloud-based applications or services in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
 * Working knowledge of Docker and dev containers for running a consistent local test environment
 * Experience testing Android applications (UiAutomator2, adb)
 * Familiarity with test reporting tools (Allure, ReportPortal, or similar).
 * Experience with performance and load-testing tools such as k6, JMeter, or Gatling.
 * Knowledge of accessibility, security, contract, or resilience testing.
 * Experience improving test architecture, reducing flaky automation, or modernizing legacy test frameworks.
 * Familiarity with observability platforms and production-quality monitoring.
 * Practical experience using AI coding tools, with the judgment to verify and adapt AI-generated code.
 * Experience mentoring engineers or leading quality initiatives across multiple teams.
 * Experience in a regulated/compliance-driven domain

## Description

We are seeking an experienced Software Development Engineer in Test II (SDET II) to improve the quality, reliability, and delivery speed of our software products. This role will design and maintain automated test solutions, strengthen our testing practices, and partner with engineering and product teams throughout the development lifecycle., * Design, develop, and maintain automated test cases and test suites, working within established automation frameworks and patterns.

 * Create test strategies and plans covering functional, integration, regression, end-to-end, performance, and reliability testing.
 * Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and improve the speed, stability, and usefulness of test feedback.
 * Review product requirements and technical designs to identify risks, edge cases, and testability concerns early.
 * Diagnose failures across application, test, infrastructure, and data layers, partnering with developers to resolve root causes.
 * Monitor and report quality metrics such as defect trends, test coverage, escaped defects, and automation reliability.
 * Reduce flaky tests and improve the maintainability and execution efficiency of the automation suite.
 * Participate in code reviews and promote engineering practices that improve testability and software quality.
 * Execute manual and exploratory testing for Electronic Logging Device (ELD) compliance solutions, including hardware-in-the-loop setups utilizing Android tablets, telematics devices/On-Board Computers (OBCs), and in-cabin vehicle testing.
 * Must be able to work on-site a minimum of 3 days per week