Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

This is a Fully Remote Job About Our Client:The organization operates within the fintech industry, focusing on modernizing financial processes for businesses ranging from startups to established brands. It addresses the challenge of outdated financial workflows by providing innovative automation tools that help businesses make smarter decisions and gain control over their operations. The company emphasizes financial automation to enable businesses to allocate more time to their core activities. It maintains a remote-first work approach, with office spaces in San Jose, CA and Draper, UT, and values inclusion and diverse perspectives within its teams. About the Opportunity:The SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER IN TEST (SDET) plays a critical role as the advocate for quality within engineering teams and supports continuous delivery and innovation. This position is responsible for integrating quality assurance into every stage of development by designing and implementing automated test frameworks. The role significantly impacts the organization's ability to release software continuously with confidence by ensuring thorough, efficient testing that catches defects early and prevents regressions. Responsibilities:Devote approximately 80% of time to automation and promoting strong testing practices using automation-first and AI-assisted methods.Collaborate with engineering, product, and design teams early in feature development to clarify requirements and acceptance criteria.Coach engineers to progressively take ownership of test creation.Develop automated tests using TypeScript and Playwright across UI and API layers, including functional, contract, and integration tests.Contribute to the design and enhancement of testing frameworks and optimize testing processes within CI/CD pipelines.Utilize AI tools for test generation, self-healing locators, coverage analysis, and failure triage to improve coverage and reduce maintenance.Perform manual and exploratory testing to verify new features and edge cases.Investigate automated test failures to identify root causes.Define and maintain release criteria, test plans, and coverage standards across multiple teams. Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent experience.Minimum of 5 years professional experience in a software development environment.Experience designing and executing automated tests with Playwright or similar frameworks.Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript preferred; other programming languages considered.Hands-on experience with AI-assisted testing tools and integration into workflows.Knowledge of API testing including REST/GraphQL and automation.Ability to quickly learn new technologies and languages.Experience analyzing causes of automated test failures.Skilled in documenting and conducting manual tests.Experience creating release criteria and test plans.Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and quality gates. Pay Range and Compensation Package:Estimated salary ranges vary based on geography and experience, for example: $152,500 to $183,000 USD in major metropolitan zones.Eligible for a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid holidays, and paid time off. Benefits & Perks:Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k) retirement planDisability insurance Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin. Note:TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.