Software Development Engineer in Test, SDET

SimSpace

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test at SimSpace ensuring software quality and reliability through automated testing for complex systems. Collaborating daily with engineering teams for continuous improvement.

Posted 7/17/2026full-time🇨🇷 Costa RicaMid-LevelSenior💰 CRC 1,500,000 - CRC 2,500,000 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software quality engineering with a focus on automated testing, risk assessment, and quality strategy. Proficient in collaborating with engineering teams to enhance software quality and optimize CI/CD pipelines using modern testing frameworks and AI-assisted tools.

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Automated Test DesignCI/CD Pipeline OptimizationQuality Strategy DevelopmentBilingual Proficiency in English and SpanishExperience with Cloud-Native Environments

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Hard Skills

Test AutomationQuality Metrics AnalysisRisk-Based TestingAPI TestingBackend Services TestingEnd-to-End TestingCypressPlaywrightKubernetesAI-Assisted Development Tools

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsMentoringCollaborationProblem-SolvingInfluencing Without Authority

Tools & Technologies

CI/CD ToolsAutomated Testing FrameworksCloud PlatformsQuality Engineering ToolsObservability Tools

Industry Keywords

Software Quality EngineeringTest Automation EngineerDistributed SystemsContinuous ImprovementQuality Assurance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCypressDistributed SystemsKubernetes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the quality strategy for major features and initiatives, identifying technical risks early and partnering with engineering teams to build practical mitigation plans.
Design, develop, and maintain reliable automated test suites covering APIs, backend services, distributed systems, and end-to-end user workflows.
Collaborate with engineers during design and implementation to improve testability, observability, and overall software quality before code reaches production.
Improve the reliability, speed, and signal-to-noise ratio of CI/CD pipelines by reducing flaky tests, optimizing automation, and continuously improving quality metrics.
Apply AI-assisted development tools, intelligent test selection, and risk-based testing techniques to improve automation efficiency and coverage.
Continuously evaluate emerging testing technologies and modern quality engineering practices, including AI-driven tooling for coverage analysis and defect detection.
Help establish engineering-wide quality standards through mentoring, code reviews, process improvements, and collaboration across engineering teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, with excellent written and verbal communication skills for daily collaboration with U.S.-based engineering teams.
5+ years of experience in software quality engineering, test automation, or SDET roles supporting complex backend or distributed systems.
Strong experience designing and maintaining automated tests across APIs, backend services, and end-to-end application workflows.
Deep understanding of quality strategy, including risk assessment, test planning, coverage analysis, and quality metrics—not just test implementation.
Experience working in modern CI/CD environments and improving pipeline reliability through automation and test optimization.
Experience collaborating closely with software engineers throughout the development lifecycle to improve software quality, observability, and testability.
Familiarity with modern testing frameworks and technologies such as Cypress, Playwright, or similar automation tools.
Experience working within cloud-native or Kubernetes-based environments is highly desirable.
Demonstrated ability to independently identify quality gaps, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and influence engineering teams without direct authority.
Interest or experience in AI-assisted software development, intelligent testing, or modern quality engineering practices is a strong plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Private medical, dental, vision, and life benefits.
Access to company-paid counseling, coaching, and resources for you and your family through Spring Health.
Paid leave plans to support you and your loved ones during life’s most important moments.
Equity stock options at hire, with annual performance-based grants—become an invested stakeholder in our shared success.
Access a LinkedIn Learning membership to prioritize your personal and professional development.
Monthly reimbursements for meaningful connections with teammates through our SocialSpace Community.