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Software Development Engineer Test Jobs in Chicago, IL

NOVUS GLOBAL SERVICES LLC

SDET Engineer

Chicago, IL

SDET Engineer # Position Overview The SDET / Automation Engineer will be responsible for supporting enterprise automation initiatives including UI automation, API automation, framework enhancement ...

Talent Solutions Group Inc

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Software Development Engineer in Test SDET

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K - $200K/yr

Senior SDET Consultant (Hybrid QA & Automation) Chicago, IL | Hybrid | Long-Term Consulting Opportunity Local Candidates ony- No CTC We are seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test ...

Merican

SDET Consultant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51.50 - $66.50/hr

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 ...

R2 Technologies Corporation

SDET

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51.50 - $66.50/hr

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test Chicago, IL Who We Are: Northern Trust is a Chicago-based bank with more than 20 international locations and 16,500 employees. From sovereign wealth funds ...

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 • ...

RAPP

SDET

Chicago, IL · On-site

$81K - $97K/yr

RAPP Chicago is looking for a SDET to join our award-winning Technology team. WHO WE ARE: We are RAPP - world leaders in activating growth with precision and empathy at scale. As a global, next ...

SysMind Tech

Senior SDET || Glenview, IL - Hybrid

Glenview, IL · On-site

$107K - $140K/yr

Senior SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) Location: Glenview, IL - Hybrid (3 days onsite per week, LOCAL candidates preferred) Duration: 6+ Months (Possible Extension) About the Role: We ...

Intake IT Solutions

Sr. SDET Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$113K - $147K/yr

Sr. SDET Engineer Location-Hybrid work model ( must go in office 3x a week); Chicago, IL Position s Contributions to Work Group: - AKA Senior SDET Extend testing automation framework using JAVA/JAVA ...

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How much do software development engineer test jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for software development engineer test in Chicago, IL is $53.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.32 and $60.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Software Development Engineer Test vs Software Development Engineer?

AspectSoftware Development Engineer Test (SDET)Software Development Engineer (SDE)
Primary FocusDeveloping automated tests, testing frameworks, and ensuring software qualityDesigning, coding, and implementing software features and applications
Skills & CertificationsProgramming, testing tools, automation frameworks, QA methodologiesProgramming, software architecture, system design
Work EnvironmentCollaborates closely with developers and QA teams, often in Agile teamsWorks on software development, coding, and system integration
Industry UsageCommon in tech companies emphasizing quality automationWidespread across software development companies

While both roles require strong programming skills and collaboration, SDETs focus on testing automation and quality assurance, whereas SDEs primarily develop software features. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

Software Development Engineer Test jobs near you
Infographic showing various Software Development Engineer Test job openings in Chicago, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 54% Full Time, 40% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,240 per year, or $53 per hour.

SDET Engineer

NOVUS GLOBAL SERVICES LLC

Chicago, IL

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Posted 8 days ago

Job description

SDET Engineer

# Position Overview

The SDET / Automation Engineer will be responsible for supporting enterprise automation initiatives including UI automation, API automation, framework enhancement, automation execution, and testing support activities across enterprise applications. The role requires strong hands-on automation engineering experience along with the ability to work collaboratively with engineering, QA, and delivery stakeholders within an enterprise environment. While the role is primarily automation-focused, candidates should also be comfortable supporting selective manual testing activities where required.

# Scope of Work

The SDET / Automation Engineer will be responsible for:

  • Designing, developing, and executing automation test scripts
  • Supporting enterprise automation framework enhancement initiatives
  • Participating in Playwright migration and modernization efforts
  • Supporting API automation and UI automation testing activities
  • Collaborating with QA, engineering, and delivery teams across projects
  • Supporting automation execution within agile delivery environments
  • Identifying, documenting, and tracking defects
  • Participating in test planning, automation reviews, and release validation activities
  • Supporting testing efforts for enterprise-scale applications
  • Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the quality engineering organization

# Required Skills / Experience

The candidate must have the following skills and experience:

  • 5–8 years of overall experience in SDET / Quality Engineering / Test Automation
  • Strong hands-on experience with Java automation
  • Strong Selenium automation experience
  • Experience with Playwright automation
  • Experience with API Automation / API Testing
  • Experience working with enterprise automation frameworks
  • Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and automation best practices
  • Experience working within enterprise agile delivery environments
  • Strong communication and stakeholder interaction skills
  • Strong collaboration and team-oriented mindset

# Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

The following skills and experience are preferred:

  • Mobile automation / mobile testing experience
  • Financial services or enterprise banking domain experience
  • CI/CD automation exposure
  • Experience with TestNG, Cucumber, Jenkins, or similar automation tools
  • Experience supporting enterprise modernization initiatives

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