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# SDET - Software Developer in Test

- **Company:** Unify Technologies, Inc.
- **Location:** Cupertino, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $124,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Apple Watch, Testing (Software), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Authentication Protocols, Automation of Tests, Computer Programming, Continuous Delivery, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Regression Testing, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Test Data, Test Execution Engine, Performance Testing, Software Security, Backend, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Api Management, Docker, SDET, Microservices
- **Published:** June 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1f67f44fb3c5dd37

## About the Role

Do you have experience in iOS?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, We are seeking a highly skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with strong expertise in Swift, XCUITest, API Automation, and Backend Testing to join a fast-paced engineering team in Cupertino, CA. The ideal candidate will be passionate about quality, automation, and building scalable testing frameworks for Apple device ecosystems., * 5+ years of experience in Software Testing and Test Automation.

 * Strong programming experience in Swift and XCUITest.
 * Experience designing, developing, and maintaining API and Backend Automation Frameworks.
 * Hands-on experience with:
 * Functional Testing
 * Regression Testing
 * Integration Testing
 * Performance Testing
 * Experience validating:
 * Request/Response Payloads
 * Headers
 * Authentication Mechanisms
 * Error Handling Scenarios
 * Ability to analyze server logs and troubleshoot backend issues using query parameters.
 * Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
 * Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and quality engineering best practices.
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience building automation frameworks from scratch.
 * Experience creating dashboards and automated reporting solutions for test execution and quality metrics.
 * Familiarity with Contract Testing for server-side systems.
 * Experience with Docker and Microservices Architecture.
 * Knowledge of API Security Testing and security best practices.
 * Experience working with Apple devices including:
 * iPhone
 * iPad
 * Mac
 * Apple Watch
 * Familiarity with various server environments and test data pipelines., * Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 * Strong collaboration and stakeholder management abilities.
 * Ability to work independently and quickly learn new technologies.
 * Proven problem-solving and analytical skills.
 * Ability to influence technical direction and advocate for quality engineering best practices.

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Experience:

 * Swift Programming: 3 years (Preferred)
 * API Testing: 3 years (Preferred)

## Description

* Design, develop, and enhance scalable automation frameworks for UI, API, and backend testing.
 * Build and maintain comprehensive automated test suites.
 * Validate APIs, backend services, and integrations across distributed systems.
 * Debug complex application and backend failures using advanced troubleshooting techniques.
 * Collaborate closely with software engineers, product managers, and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and ensure product quality.
 * Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery.
 * Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and quality documentation.
 * Create dashboards and reporting mechanisms to communicate test results and quality metrics.
 * Drive quality initiatives and influence technical decisions from a testing and reliability perspective.


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