Hybrid Software Development Engineer in Test I

at HackerRank

• Job title: Software Development Engineer in Test I
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Docker, JavaScript, Jenkins, Kubernetes, TypeScript
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Bangalore, India

About the role

• SDET role developing and maintaining automation frameworks for HackerRank's platform. Collaborating with engineering teams to ensure quality in automation-driven processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Playwright and SerenityJS
• Contribute to the enhancement and scalability of existing automation frameworks
• Build and maintain REST API automation using Postman or equivalent tools
• Integrate and maintain automated test execution within CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
• Investigate test failures, perform root cause analysis, and collaborate with engineering teams to resolve issues
• Ensure automated test coverage aligns with defined acceptance criteria and release requirements
• Participate in automation code reviews to maintain consistency, readability, and maintainability
• Support execution of regression, integration, and end-to-end test suites across environments
• Collaborate during story refinement and design discussions to identify test scenarios, risks, and edge cases
• Contribute to automation reporting, metrics, and continuous quality improvements
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to promote quality best practices

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in QA Automation / SDET roles
• Strong hands-on experience with modern automation frameworks (Playwright preferred)
• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript for building maintainable test automation
• Solid understanding of REST API testing concepts and tools such as Postman
• Experience integrating and running automated tests within CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with BDD practices and frameworks such as Cucumber
• Working knowledge of Git and modern version control workflows
• Experience working in containerized environments (e.g., Docker); exposure to Kubernetes is a plus
• Understanding of regression, integration, system, and end-to-end testing principles
• Ability to debug automation failures and analyze application issues effectively
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with developers and product teams.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer
• Affirmative action employer
• Confidentiality according to EEO guidelines