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Software Development Engineer Test Jobs in Chicago, IL

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) Duration : 12-month contract Position's Contributions to Work Group : * AKA Senior SDET Extend testing ...

Tech Tammina LLC

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) Duration : 12-month contract Position's Contributions to Work Group : * AKA Senior SDET Extend testing ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

SDET

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Perform quality engineering activities ensuring high quality software delivery. * Collaborate with ... Work with test data and environment teams to ensure readiness for testing. * Manage test cases ...

Capgemini

SDET (Playwright & MCP)

Chicago, IL · On-site

They are seeking a Quality Automation Lead / Senior SDET to drive end-to-end automation strategy and delivery for complex enterprise applications. Responsibilities : • Drive and execute the ...

1 point system

Sr. QA SDET

Chicago, IL · On-site

May require final in-person interview in downtown Chicago client location This is an SDET role combining software development + quality assurance . Candidate will write code to test code for new and ...

ISL Techsolutions

SDET with .Net/C#

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51.50 - $66.50/hr

Title - Software Development Engineer in Test Location: Chicago, IL Duration: 12 Month Required Experience level: 10+ Years The ideal candidate should have experience in working on a number of cross ...

krg technology inc

SDET

Chicago, IL · On-site

Technical Test engineer with experience in automation programs . Proficiency in at least one ... Development and Automation

ISL Techsolutions

SDET with .Net/C#

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51.50 - $66.50/hr

Title - Software Development Engineer in Test Location: Chicago, IL Duration: 12 Month Required Experience level: 10+ Years The ideal candidate should have experience in working on a number of cross ...

RAPP

Senior SDET

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K - $99K/yr

RAPP Chicago is looking for a Senior 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 ...

Apex Systems

Senior SDET

Chicago, IL

Strong experience in test automation engineering (SDET role) * Proficiency in JavaScript and/or Python * Hands-on experience with: * Selenium * Cucumber * Test automation frameworks * Experience with ...

WEX

Software Development Engineer 3

Chicago, IL · On-site

WEX Inc is a company focused on modern, cloud-native environments, and they are seeking a Software Development Engineer 3 to be a key architect of their 'Observability-as-Code' strategy. This role ...

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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 Level 4

Tech Tammina

Chicago, IL • On-site

$51.50 - $66.50/hr

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Job description

Titles: SDET Level 4 (Official Title: IT Software Engineer 4)
Locations: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
Duration: 12-month contract
Position's Contributions to Work Group:
  • AKA Senior SDET Extend testing automation framework using JAVA/JAVA Script
  • Take ownership in understanding business requirements/ACs and develop test strategy/test plan
  • Develop automation testcases using existing automation framework

Typical task breakdown:
- Develop test automation code for Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Delivery (CD), of systems, infrastructure, and test framework.
- Plan, design, develop, and maintain API test automation framework that facilitates automation scripting, execution, and analysis of results
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring for test engineers on multiple applications/projects onshore and offshore; train and mentor project team members to create, execute, analyze, and maintain automated regression suites
- Coordinate with product owner to resolve open issues/enhancements/upgrades and understand the use of a specific functionality as needed
- Develop automated functional scripts using tools such as Java, Karate, JMeter.
- Perform exploratory and manual testing of the product suite as appropriate
- Provide expertise in testing methodologies, best practices, and standards
- Position will be onsite hybrid starting day 1. Interviews may also be onsite
Interaction with team:
  • Working with team; team consists of 20+ folks

Education & Experience Required:
  • Years of experience: 8-10 yrs experience
  • Degree requirement: Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience

Required Technical Skills
(Required)
  • Strong design and development skills in two or more of the following technologies and tools: Java (3-5 years) Cucumber(3-5 years), JBehave or other BDD testing frameworks
  • At least 8 years of test automation framework design
  • Strong experience in testing Webservices (REST APIs) (3+5 years)
  • Proven experience developing test scripts, test cases, and test data
  • The ability to write queries in SQL or other relational databases
  • 3+ years of experience in developing scenario based performance testing using JMeter
  • Experience testing full stack and integration testing with 3rd parties
  • End-to-end system integration testing experience for software platforms

(Desired)
- Hands on experience with Python
- development experience in AWS Cloud technology
- Experience in TDD, continuous integration, code review practice is strongly desired
- Experience with Apigee or other API gateways is a plus
- Experience with DevOps concepts and tools (e.g., CI/CD, Jenkins, Git)
- At least 2 years working on an Agile team with a solid understanding of Agile/Lean practices.
- Understanding of a micro service Architecture
- Experience load and performance testing
- Strong documentation skills
Soft Skills
(Required)
- Ability to adapt quickly to a complex environment
- Pro-active, flexible and creative
- Very strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with developers and business users.

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