A growing technology company in Chicago is seeking a full-time Senior Software Development Engineer in Test to support the development of advanced automation platforms. This organization builds scalable systems using modern technologies across web applications, backend services, and cloud-based infrastructure. The role focuses on test automation, reliability engineering, and system performance within a collaborative engineering environment.
This opportunity stands out for its blend of SDET and SRE responsibilities, giving engineers the ability to shape testing strategy while improving system reliability at scale. The team is looking for someone who enjoys working across the full stack and influencing architecture, monitoring, and CI/CD processes. It offers strong growth potential, exposure to modern tools, and the ability to work on complex systems with real-world impact.
Required Skills & Experience
· 5+ years in SDET, test automation, or similar engineering roles
· Strong programming experience in Java, Python, or JavaScript
· Experience with UI and API testing
· Hands-on work with automation frameworks such as JUnit, Jest, or PyTest
· Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control tools
· Understanding of system architecture, databases, and distributed systems
· Experience with Docker or containerized environments
Desired Skills & Experience
· Exposure to Site Reliability Engineering concepts
· Experience with monitoring tools such as Prometheus or Grafana
· Knowledge of networking fundamentals (DNS, IP, OSI model)
· Familiarity with performance testing or chaos engineering
· Experience working in Agile environments What You Will Be DoingTech Breakdown
· 40% Test Automation (UI/API)
· 30% Backend/System Reliability
· 20% CI/CD and Infrastructure
· 10% Collaboration and Design
Daily Responsibilities
· 70% Hands On
· 30% Team Collaboration The Offer
• Bonus eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
· Vacation Time
· Stock Options
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.