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Astyra Corporation

Test Engineer 2

Goleta, CA

$85 - $92/hr

Test Engineer 2 *This is an onsite position -- candidates local to the Goleta/Oxnard, CA area only, please Description: * Our client is seeking a Test Engineer - Level 2 to join their team in Goleta ...

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Peak Energy

Test Engineer

San Francisco, CA

$140K - $215K/yr

Test Engineer, ESS Location: Burlingame, CA Department: Engineering Reports To: Senior Manager, Test Engineering Position Type: Full-time About Peak Energy Peak Energy is the first American venture ...

Peak Energy

Test Engineer

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$140K - $215K/yr

Test Engineer, ESS Location: Burlingame, CA Department: Engineering Reports To: Senior Manager, Test Engineering Position Type: Full-time About Peak Energy Peak Energy is the first American venture ...

Apex Informatics

SDET

Santa Clarita, CA · On-site

$50.75 - $65.50/hr

Santa Clara , CA 2-3 days onsite, only locals Title: SDET Must Have * 5+ years of experience working in software quality assurance with at least 3 years building automated test solutions * Front-end ...

Embtel Inc

Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

Test Engineer Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite) Duration: 6+ Months contract role : * Knowledge of fundamental hardware blocks & subsystems Optical Design, LVDS Signaling, Signal Integrity & Power ...

Heartflow

Test Engineer III

San Francisco, CA · On-site

The Test Engineer is a hands-on individual contributor on the Test Engineering team, responsible for executing and extending automated test coverage across our regulated SaMD products. This role ...

Vast

Propulsion Test Engineer

Mojave, CA

$86K - $122K/yr

Vast is looking for a Propulsion Test Engineer , reporting to the Propulsion Test Manager, to support the development of the propulsion systems that will be required for the design and build of ...

Ontic

Test Engineer

Chatsworth, CA · On-site

$115K/yr

Our team is looking for a Test Engineer to join them. You will report to the Test Engineering Manager and will have an onsite work schedule in C hatsworth, CA. To be considered for the Test Engineer ...

Actalent

Test Engineer

Oxnard, CA

Test Engineer The Test Engineer executes customer test projects from initial planning through setup, fabrication, testing, and completion in accordance with customer statements of work, test plans ...

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As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for test developer in California is $48.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.74 and $62.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Test Developer job?

A Test Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated and manual testing frameworks to ensure software quality. They collaborate with developers, QA teams, and product managers to identify issues and improve the reliability of applications. Their role often involves writing test scripts, executing test cases, and analyzing results to enhance software performance.

What does a typical day look like for a Test Developer?

A typical day for a Test Developer involves designing and implementing automated test cases, reviewing software requirements, and collaborating with developers to identify and resolve defects. You'll run various tests, analyze test results, and document issues, ensuring that software products meet quality standards before release. Test Developers also participate in daily stand-up meetings, contribute to code reviews, and may work closely with product managers to clarify requirements. The work environment is often team-oriented, requiring both independent troubleshooting and group collaboration to deliver high-quality software.

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

To thrive as a Test Developer, you need strong programming skills, a solid understanding of software testing principles, and a background in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (like Selenium or JUnit), bug tracking tools, and knowledge of continuous integration systems is often required, and certifications such as ISTQB can be advantageous. Attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and effective communication are valuable soft skills that enhance performance in this role. Mastering both technical and interpersonal aspects ensures thorough test coverage, efficient issue resolution, and effective collaboration within software development teams.

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Infographic showing various Test Developer job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,464 per year, or $48.8 per hour.
Software Development Engineer in Test II (SDET) - ArcGIS Enterprise

Software Development Engineer in Test II (SDET) - ArcGIS Enterprise

Esri

Redlands, CA

$50.25 - $65/hr

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Posted 19 days ago

Esri rating

9.6

Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 215 rated software companies

Job description

Overview

Build the next generation of ArcGIS Enterprise, a suite of products delivering state-of-the-art mapping and analytics capability to thousands of customers and millions of users worldwide.

Our team builds cutting-edge, highly scalable, and reliable distributed software for on-premises and the cloud to make maps, geographic information, and analyses available on any device, anywhere, at any time. Our Software Development Engineer in Test provides a strong voice in the automated quality assurance process and use the best tools available to design and develop integration, UI and performance tests. As a SDET, you will work with our cross-functional global team of product engineers, software engineers, designers, product managers, and release engineers to understand functional and non-functional requirements and have them be recorded in your automated tests. You will be actively involved in designing and developing automated test frameworks in Java, Python, as well as its reporting infrastructure and dashboards.

If you are passionate about software quality and automation and validating complex distributed systems, join us!

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Product Engineers to establish test plans, identify gaps in plans, and prioritize manual tests suited for automation
  • Create tests for functional, performance, scalability, and durability testing of Knowledge Graph and link analysis
  • Design and develop automated integration and regression test cases on software components through the API
  • Deploy and schedule integration tests to run daily against the supported graph DBMS platforms and share test results
  • Manage and refactor the suite of integration tests and results dashboards as needed
  • Perform rigorous and in-depth peer reviews of test code
  • Collaborate with Software Development Engineers to improve software quality by understanding the design and writing automated tests for various possible user workflows
  • Measure test coverage and analyze continuous integration test results
  • Define, implement, maintain, and document automated test frameworks
  • Advocate for quality throughout the software development process and advise on test optimization

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in a similar position
  • Programming proficiency in one or more of the following languages: Java, C++, C#, or Python
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented programming concepts
  • Applied knowledge of testing principles including experience designing and executing test cases
  • Experience using test automation frameworks such as Selenium WebDriver, Appium, Junit, or Pyunit
  • Understanding of deployment tools such as Jenkins or Chef
  • Developer sensibilities in software design, refactoring, and authoring
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate and resolve software issues
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, GIS, data science, network science, mathematics, or related field

Recommended Qualifications

  • Master's degree in computer science, engineering, GIS, data science, network science, mathematics, or related field
  • Knowledge of ArcGIS Enterprise or other GIS products
  • Experience writing technical documents for a variety of audiences
  • Experience in authoring and reporting test results in graphical forms and dashboards

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Our passion for improving quality of life through geography is at the heart of everything we do. Esri's geographic information system (GIS) technology inspires and enables governments, universities, and businesses worldwide to save money, lives, and our environment through a deeper understanding of the changing world around them.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Redlands, CA, US

Year founded

1969

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