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As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for intern software test engineer sdet in the United States is $25.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectIntern Software Test Engineer SdetIntern QA Engineer
CertificationsBasic knowledge of testing tools, certifications like ISTQB beneficialSimilar certifications, often less specialized
Work EnvironmentFocus on automation, scripting, and test developmentManual testing, test case execution, and reporting
Industry UsageCommon in software development companies emphasizing automationWidespread across various industries including software and hardware

Intern Software Test Engineer Sdet roles typically involve automation and scripting skills, preparing interns for automation testing careers. Intern QA Engineer roles focus more on manual testing and quality assurance processes. Both roles serve as entry points but differ in technical focus and skill requirements.

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Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

subway

Shelton, CT • On-site

$102.70K - $128.40K/yr

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago


Subway rating

4.5

Company rating: 4.5 out of 10

Based on 1,991 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

89th of 104 rated fast food restaurants


Job description

Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Ready to build what’s next with one of the world’s most iconic brands?

Why Join Subway?

At Subway, we are not standing still. We are building.

This is a business focused on what matters most: growing franchisee profitability, strengthening our brand and creating long-term value. The people who thrive here are the ones who want to make a real impact.

You will not just do the work. You will shape it.

We move fast. We think like owners. We make decisions that matter. We hold ourselves to a high standard because what we do directly impacts thousands of franchisees around the world.

If you bring energy, accountability and a bias for action, you will fit right in.

We take the work seriously, but we also know the best results come from teams that support each other, celebrate wins and show up ready to build something better every day.

This is your chance to be part of what’s next.

About the Role:

The Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) is responsible for building and maintaining automated test solutions that ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of software applications. This role applies strong software engineering skills to testing challenges, embedding quality into the development lifecycle through automation, tooling, and continuous validation. The SDET partners closely with Software Engineers, Product Managers, and Platform teams to deliver high-quality, scalable systems.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for UI, API, and backend services.
  • Write production-quality test code using modern programming languages and frameworks.
  • Collaborate with software engineers to define test strategies, acceptance criteria, and quality requirements.
  • Embed automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and fast feedback.
  • Develop and execute tests for functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end scenarios.
  • Perform API, data-level, and contract testing to validate system integrations.
  • Identify, document, and track defects while partnering with engineering teams on root-cause analysis.
  • Validate non-functional requirements including performance, reliability, and scalability, as needed.
  • Participate in design and code reviews to provide a quality and testability perspective.
  • Improve test coverage and reduce manual testing through automation and tooling enhancements.

Qualifications (some examples listed below):

  • 4–7 years of experience in software testing, automation, or SDET roles.
  • Strong software development skills with experience writing test automation code.
  • Proficiency in one or more programming or scripting languages (e.g., Java, JavaScript, Python, C#).
  • Experience with test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, REST-assured, Postman).
  • Solid understanding of REST APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
  • Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Familiarity with Agile and DevOps delivery models.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • People Management: No | Travel: Minimal to none.

What do we offer?

  • Insurance Plans (Medical, Life)
  • Pension/401K/RSP (country specific)
  • Competitive Bonus
  • Mobility Allowance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Company Holidays
  • Volunteering time
  • And More……

 

Compensation: The base pay range for this role is $102,700 - 128,400 annually 

Pay within this range will be determined in good faith based on job-related factors, which may include skills, experience, education/training, location, and internal equity.


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