Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Job description

ECS is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to work in our Arlington , VA office. The Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) is a highly technical role that bridges the gap between software development and quality assurance. The SDET is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks and tools to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. Unlike traditional QA testers, the SDET possesses deep software engineering skills and actively contributes to the architecture and codebase of testing infrastructure. This role partners closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to embed quality throughout every phase of the software development lifecycle, from design through deployment and production monitoring. Responsibilities: - Test Automation Development: Design, build, and maintain scalable and robust automated test suites, including unit, integration, functional , regression, and end-to-end tests. - Framework & Tool Development: Architect and develop custom test frameworks, harnesses, and tooling to improve testing efficiency, coverage, and reliability across teams. - CI/CD Integration: Integrate a...