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Automox

Sr. Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

$51.25 - $66/hr

They are seeking a seasoned Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) who will own test strategy and execution, design complex IT configurations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ...

Logic20/20

Software Development Engineer in Test

Seattle, WA · On-site

$57 - $73.50/hr

Position Description Strong SDET skills are vital to Logic 20/20's success. In order to continue and accelerate our growth, we are looking for a SDET to add to our Seattle, Washington-based team. As ...

Apex Systems

SDET (AI)

Austin, TX · On-site

$49.50 - $64/hr

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... contracts, resiliency, observability, and recovery scenarios. * Leverage AI-assisted engineering ... Experience as an SDET in Agile, Scrum, Kanban, or Scaled Agile environments. * Experience with ...

Republic Services

Software Development Engineer in Test

$51.25 - $66/hr

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The Software Development Engineer in Test provides testing services that mitigate the risk of ... Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the ...

Republic Services

Software Development Engineer in Test

$51.25 - $66/hr

  • Medical

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  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Software Development Engineer in Test provides testing services that mitigate the risk of ... Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the ...

Vontier

Software Development Engineer in Test II

Simsbury, CT · Hybrid

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Also, the SDET II resource integrates the latest technology into the test infrastructure for our automatic tank gauges and cloud-based applications. Major Responsibilities Include: * Develop test ...

System One

Sr SDET

Reston, VA · On-site

$115K - $149K/yr

Senior SDET (Automation Testing) | Hybrid | Reston, VA We are seeking a Senior Software Development ... This is a short-term contract opportunity through the end of the year, requiring local candidates ...

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SDET

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Title: Sr. Lead SDET Remote role * Candidate must be on your payroll now * Candidate's resume must ... Contract role * Experience in playwright, selenium, cypress * Needs to build frameworks from ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract sdet in the United States is $54.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.08 and $62.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Contract SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) is a temporary or project-based role focused on developing, maintaining, and executing automated tests to ensure software quality. Contract SDETs work with development teams to identify defects, implement testing frameworks, and improve test automation strategies. These roles typically require strong coding skills, experience with test automation tools, and the ability to create scalable testing solutions. Contracts can vary in length and may be with different companies or industries, depending on project needs.

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As a Contract Sdet, you will typically work on project-based assignments focused on designing, implementing, and executing automated test suites for new or existing software applications. Your daily tasks may include collaborating with developers, writing test scripts, reviewing code, debugging issues, and reporting on software quality metrics. You might also be asked to contribute to building and maintaining test frameworks or updating them based on project needs. The role often involves working in agile environments, interacting closely with product managers, QA analysts, and other team members to ensure timely and high-quality software releases. This variety of projects allows you to build a diverse skill set and gain exposure to different technologies and workflows.

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To thrive as a Contract Sdet (Software Development Engineer in Test), you need a strong background in software testing and programming, typically with experience in automation frameworks and scripting languages such as Python, Java, or C#. Familiarity with tools like Selenium, Appium, Jenkins, version control systems, and test management platforms, as well as relevant certifications such as ISTQB, is highly advantageous. Exceptional problem-solving skills, adaptability, and clear communication are valuable soft skills, especially when working on short-term or project-based contracts. These skills ensure high-quality, efficient test automation, seamless integration with development teams, and successful delivery within tight contract timelines.

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Sr. Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Automox

Remote

$51.25 - $66/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
Automox is a company on a mission to raise the world’s security confidence by enabling IT Admins to automate fundamental tasks that keep their corporations secure. They are seeking a seasoned Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) who will own test strategy and execution, design complex IT configurations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality objectives are met.
Responsibilities:
• Own test strategy and execution for one or more feature areas, working closely with the cross-functional team to ensure that we meet our quality objectives
• Design complex IT configurations to test product capabilities in simulated production-like environments
• Perform and participate in all aspects of manual and automated test verifications. This includes feature and functional testing, load, performance, and regression testing
• Perform root cause analysis for bugs and work with the development team to resolve them
• Work collaboratively as part of a scrum team to deliver great software and promote an overall culture of quality
• Identify and execute on opportunities to improve our processes to facilitate increased test coverage
Qualifications:
Required:
• 7+ years of combined software development, QA and test automation experience.
• 5+ years hands-on experience as an SDET or Automation QA Engineer defining test strategy, test design patterns, and executing tests with varied complexity for commercial SaaS products.
• Proficiency with Python and experience using testing frameworks such as PyTest
• Understanding of PHP, Python and/or Golang from the standpoint of applying automation tests.
• API and RESTful architecture test automation experience.
• Experience working in a Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) model including Github and CI pipeline automation tools.
• Intellectual curiosity and a willingness for continual learning. e.g. we mostly use Python today; we may move to other languages in the future.
• Comfortable working asynchronously on a distributed team.
• Proactively collaborates with other teams/team members across time zones.
• A degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related subject.
Company:
Automox provides cloud-based endpoint management software that automates patching, configuration, and security operations. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Austin, USA, with a team of 201-500 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.

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