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# Lead Software Development Engineer in Test in Tampa

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** Tampa, FL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Black-Box Testing, C Sharp (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Databases, IBM DB2, Database Queries, Database Testing, Java Database Connectivity, Java Persistence API, Junit, Python (Programming Language), Oracle (Applications), Regression Testing, Selenium, Smoke Testing, Software Engineering, Software Testing Automation Framework, Strategies of Testing, Testng, Cloudbees, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Snowflake, Backend, Git, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Bitbucket, Cucumber (Software), Api Management, SDET, Jenkins
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/lead-software-development-engineer-test-tampa-32075950

## About the Role

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 * Proven min experience of 5-7 years with automated unit and integration testing.
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 * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, and/or a related field.
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 * Extensive experience with testing modern scripting -based components.
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 * Strong experience with automated testing and test-driven development
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 * Detailed understanding of smoke testing, functional, and non-black box testing, as well as regression testing.
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 * Knowledge of software testing methodologies and techniques, including unit testing, integration testing, and functional testing
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 * Expert and hands on with backend test automation using Rest Assured/Karate for API testing. JDBC/JPA for database testing (Oracle/ DB2/ Snowflake).
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 * Experience in Java Application Development
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 * Proficiency in at least one programming (Java, Python, C#, etc.)
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 * Knowledge of Databases and SQL .
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 * Experience in writing SQL queries.
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 * Experienced in Agile/Waterfall, onsite/offshore work model and coordination.
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 * Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
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 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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 * Positive relationship and collaboration skills.
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