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Junior Software Developer In Test Jobs in Chicago, IL

Merican

SDET Consultant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51.50 - $66.50/hr

Experience mentoring or coaching junior QA/SDET team members * Strong ability to analyze requirements and create detailed test coverage * Expertise in defect tracking and documentation * Experience ...

Geneva Trading

Junior Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $130K/yr

Founded in 1999, Geneva Trading is a premier global principal trading firm with strategically ... We aren't looking for a "back-office" developer; we need a problem solver who wants to sit at the ...

Navtech, Inc.

SDET Java Developer With Unit Testing

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51.50 - $66.50/hr

... T Java Developer with unit testing Location : Chicago, IL(Initial 2 or 3 months remote only) Contract: 12 Months Hire Type : W2 A Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET),Software Development ...

Futran Tech Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Sr. SDET

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51.50 - $66.50/hr

Job title: SR. SDET Location: Chicago, IL • XCTest/ XCUITest frameworks • 5+ years direct experience as an SDET for major application integration and/or major application product release • ...

Tech Tammina

SDET Level 4

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51.50 - $66.50/hr

Titles: SDET Level 4 (Official Title: IT Software Engineer 4) Locations : Chicago, IL (Hybrid ... DevOps concepts and tools (e.g., CI/CD, Jenkins, Git) - At least 2 years working on an Agile team ...

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How much do junior software developer in test jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior software developer in test in Chicago, IL is $91,658.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $89,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Junior Software Developer In Test vs Junior QA Engineer?

AspectJunior Software Developer In TestJunior QA Engineer
Required credentialsProgramming skills, basic testing knowledge, sometimes certifications in testing toolsTesting fundamentals, certifications like ISTQB, basic programming knowledge
Work environmentDevelopment teams, coding and automation tasksTesting teams, manual and automated testing activities
Employer and industry usageTech companies, software development firmsSoftware companies, QA service providers

Junior Software Developer In Test roles focus on developing automated tests and coding, often requiring programming skills. Junior QA Engineers primarily perform manual testing and basic automation, emphasizing testing fundamentals. Both roles are common in software development environments but differ in technical focus and daily tasks.

What are the most commonly searched types of Software Developer In Test jobs in Chicago, IL? The most popular types of Software Developer In Test jobs in Chicago, IL are:
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SDET Consultant

SDET Consultant

Merican

Chicago, IL • On-site

$51.50 - $66.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Role: Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
Duration: 6-18 months
Work Mode: Onsite
Location: Chicago, IL
Purpose
We are seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to ensure high-quality software delivery through robust testing strategies. This role involves QA/UAT execution, test planning, automation development, and mentoring team members to improve testing practices and product quality.
Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with product, design, and development teams to understand requirements and identify risks
  • Design, create, and execute comprehensive test plans and test scripts
  • Analyze test results, report defects, and ensure adherence to QA best practices
  • Develop, maintain, and enhance automation frameworks using Java, Groovy, or Kotlin
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure maintainable, scalable automation code
  • Define and implement QA standards and testing methodologies
  • Communicate testing progress, results, and quality metrics to stakeholders
  • Mentor and coach QA team members on test setup, data management, and best practices
  • Continuously improve test coverage, reliability, and accuracy
Must-Have Skills
  • Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
  • Experience with JUnit or TestNG frameworks
  • Hands-on experience with Kafka queues
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency with version control tools (Git/Subversion)
  • Experience with Java, XML, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML
  • API testing experience (REST/SOAP) using tools like Postman or SoapUI
  • Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Azure DevOps)
  • Strong expertise in Selenium/Appium automation frameworks
  • Proficiency in Java/Groovy-based test automation
Experience & Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience as an SDET in application development and release environments
  • Experience mentoring or coaching junior QA/SDET team members
  • Strong ability to analyze requirements and create detailed test coverage
  • Expertise in defect tracking and documentation
  • Experience with cross-browser and mobile testing tools (e.g., Sauce Labs or similar)
  • Familiarity with log analysis tools such as Splunk
  • Hands-on experience with automated testing tools and reporting frameworks
  • Experience in test data preparation and maintenance
  • Strong understanding of testing methodologies and best practices
  • Experience working with CI/CD tools like Jenkins
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Merican is a IT Service consulting firm, specialized in Digital adoption and Business automation. With our diverse collection of skilled and committed consultants, technology companies, businesses and digital experts, we provide our subject expertise and our unique client service approach, a best-in-class global model of delivery suited to the business demands of our clients. We ensure that we implement future-oriented solutions for our clients via investments in people, solutions, technologies, competencies and infrastructure.

Industry

It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Columbia , MD, US

Year founded

2020

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