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Flexible Software Developer In Test Jobs in Westford, MA

PeopleSERVE, Inc.

SDET- 181393

Boston, MA · On-site

$54.25 - $70/hr

PeopleSERVE, Inc. is seeking a talented Software Engineer in Test (SDET) to join a team building responsive web designs for FidelityCharitable.org. The role involves working as part of a Scrum team ...

DTCC

Lead Software Development Engineer in Test

Boston, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays ... The Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) role encompasses automation development and ...

SS&C

Software Development Engineer in Test

Boston, MA · Hybrid

$54.25 - $70/hr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Software Development Engineer in Test Locations: Boston, MA- Hybrid must be onsite 6x a month ... Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays * Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental ...

Apolis

Lead SDET

Boston, MA · On-site

Apolis is seeking a Lead Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to architect and scale their ... developer tools (e.g., CodePipeline, CodeBuild, ECS) to scale simulation and testing.

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for flexible software developer in test in Westford, MA is $56.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49.95 and $64.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Flexible Software Developer In Test vs Manual QA Tester?

AspectFlexible Software Developer In TestManual QA Tester
CredentialsTypically requires programming skills, testing certifications, and familiarity with automation toolsFocuses on testing methodologies, often with certifications in QA but less emphasis on coding
Work EnvironmentWorks closely with developers, uses automation frameworks, and develops test scriptsPerforms manual testing, reports bugs, and verifies fixes
Industry UsageCommon in agile teams, tech companies, and organizations emphasizing automationWidely used across various industries, especially in traditional or regulated sectors

Flexible Software Developer In Test roles combine programming and testing skills to automate tests, whereas Manual QA Testers focus on executing manual tests and identifying issues without automation. Both roles are essential in quality assurance but differ mainly in technical requirements and work methods.

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Lead Software Developer in Test - QA

Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Boston, MA • On-site

$140K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

A leading financial services organization is investing heavily in modernizing its cloud-based technology platform and is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Test (SDET) to drive the next generation of quality engineering. This is a highly visible role where you'll lead the design and implementation of scalable automation frameworks, integrate AI-powered testing capabilities, and help establish engineering best practices across multiple development teams.
If you're passionate about building automation from the ground up, improving software quality through engineering excellence, and leveraging emerging AI technologies to transform testing, this is an outstanding opportunity to make a significant impact.
Required Skills & Experience
  • 8+ years of experience in Software Quality Engineering, QA Automation, or Software Development in Test (SDET)
  • 3+ years leading automation initiatives or serving as a technical lead
  • Expert-level Java programming skills
  • Experience building automation frameworks from scratch using Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, or similar technologies
  • Strong API automation experience using REST Assured, Postman, or equivalent tools
  • Experience testing cloud-native applications within AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
  • Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines
  • Strong understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and object-oriented programming
  • Experience with Git, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or similar DevOps platforms
  • Strong SQL skills and experience validating relational databases
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Financial services, banking, fintech, asset management, or capital markets experience
  • Experience with AI-assisted testing tools including GitHub Copilot, Claude, OpenAI APIs, or AI-powered test generation platforms
  • Experience building automated regression, integration, performance, and end-to-end test suites
  • Experience with containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes
  • Familiarity with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or event-driven architectures
  • Experience with test data management and service virtualization
  • Knowledge of performance testing tools such as JMeter, Gatling, or k6
  • Experience mentoring QA engineers and developers on automation best practices
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field
What You Will Be Doing
  • Architect and develop enterprise-wide automation frameworks for web, API, and backend applications
  • Lead the technical direction of the QA Automation practice across multiple Agile engineering teams
  • Build scalable Java-based automation solutions that improve software quality and release velocity
  • Integrate AI-powered tools to accelerate test creation, maintenance, defect analysis, and regression testing
  • Develop automated API, UI, integration, and end-to-end test suites
  • Design cloud-native testing strategies supporting microservices and distributed applications
  • Partner closely with Software Engineers, DevOps Engineers, Product Managers, and Architects throughout the SDLC
  • Implement quality gates within CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery
  • Improve test reliability, execution speed, reporting, and overall automation coverage
  • Mentor engineers, perform code reviews, and establish automation engineering standards
  • Evaluate emerging QA technologies and continuously improve engineering practices
Tech Breakdown
  • 40% QA Automation & Test Framework Development
  • 25% Java Software Engineering
  • 20% Cloud, DevOps & CI/CD Integration
  • 15% AI-Driven Test Engineering & Innovation
Daily Responsibilities
  • 75% Hands-On Development & Automation Engineering
  • 15% Technical Leadership & Mentorship
  • 10% Cross-Functional Collaboration
The Offer
You will receive the following benefits:
  • Competitive base salary
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off and company holidays
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development and certification reimbursement
  • Opportunity to help define the future of AI-enabled software quality engineering within a leading financial services organization

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future. No sponsorship is available for this position.

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