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Newark, DE · On-site

SDET Newark Delaware (Hybrid role) look for nearby candidates, as 2nd round may require F2F Must have skill: SDET + Java coding + ETL + Selenium Interview Process • 1st Round - Technical Interview ...

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As of Jun 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal sdet in the United States is $109,393.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Principal SDET job?

A Principal SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) is a senior-level role responsible for driving test automation, quality strategy, and best practices within a development team. They design and implement advanced testing frameworks, mentor engineers, and collaborate with development teams to ensure high software quality. Principal SDETs also analyze complex systems to identify potential risks and improve testing efficiency. Their role often includes evaluating new testing tools, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring scalable test automation solutions.

What types of teams and projects do Principal SDETs typically work on?

Principal SDETs frequently lead test automation initiatives and quality strategies across multiple feature teams, often collaborating closely with developers, product managers, and DevOps engineers. You will likely work on complex, high-impact projects such as developing enterprise-scale automation frameworks, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, and mentoring junior SDETs or QA engineers. The work environment is typically highly collaborative and fast-paced, with a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement of testing practices. As a Principal SDET, you'll have the opportunity to both influence technical direction and help shape quality culture throughout the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Principal Sdet position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Principal SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test), you need deep expertise in software testing, automation frameworks, programming (such as Java, Python, or C#), and a strong understanding of software development lifecycles, often backed by a bachelor's or master's in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Selenium, Appium, Jenkins, cloud testing platforms, and certifications such as ISTQB or Certified Agile Tester are highly beneficial. Exceptional problem-solving, leadership, mentorship, and effective communication skills set outstanding Principal SDETs apart. These capabilities enable you to drive testing strategy, ensure high-quality software delivery, and effectively lead and collaborate within cross-functional engineering teams.

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SDET Engineer(Remote)

SDET Engineer(Remote)

NAVA Software Solutions

Whippany, NJ • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

NAVA Software solutions is looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test
Details:
Software Development Engineer in Test
Location: Remote
Duration: Full time / Direct Hire
What You Will Do:
As a technical, hands-on Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) your job is to participate in the manual & automation testing of our mobile based application. You will be under the guidance of a Principal SDET of a team with an already-established, mature testing process. Your role will be that of a "full-stack" QA Engineer - someone who has a strong appreciation and skill in software engineering with the capability of writing manual & automated and performance tests (time and training is allotted after hiring to learn our tech stack and frameworks).
Our Tech Stack: Node.js, webdriver.io, Mocha, Chai, Cucumber, GitLab, Sauce Labs, Applitools, K6
Skills and Experience You Will Need:
  • 3+ years of professional experience as a SDET ( Software Development Engineer in test - is essentially a developer) working in an agile environment
  • Required - strong JavaScript (JS) experience
  • Will need to be comfortable coding in JavaScript and part of current experience. If selected for interview - will be asked to perform ad hoc whiteboard coding exercise
  • Solid development, test automation experience and technical expertise with UI and API
  • Strong analytic and debugging skills
  • Thorough understanding of QA concepts, STLC, SDLC, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Delivery
  • Familiarity with HTML, CSS, REST APIs, JSON, RDBMS, XML/YAML. XCODE, ANDROID STUDIO
  • Understands basic Test Automation principles.
  • Has experience using testing frameworks relevant to their work (e.g., Jest, Mocha, JUnit, pytest)

Desired:
  • Experience with React, Node, or graphQL
  • Demonstrated experience in automating tests with using JS, Python, or other languages
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NAVA is a strategic partner for companies seeking to develop or customize software and products. Our team of experts leverages cutting-edge technology and deep industry knowledge to provide customized solutions that drive business success. Whether you're looking to improve your operations, increase efficiency, or bring a new product to market, NAVA has the expertise and resources to help you achieve your goals. Trust us to be your partner in software and product development.

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Headquarters location

Rocky Hill, CT, US

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