Software Development Engineer, Test II

TheIncLab

SDET II role at TheIncLab focused on automated test suite design and maintenance. Collaborating on software accuracy, reliability, and performance through testing in hybrid environment.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeTampa • Florida, Tennessee, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDockerGraphQLJavaJavaScriptJestJMeterKubernetesPythonReactTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, execute, and maintain automated test suites for desktop, mobile, web, and cloud-based applications.
Translate user stories, acceptance criteria, and technical requirements into comprehensive manual and automated test scenarios.
Own assigned quality control domains and deliver with minimal oversight.
Conduct automated and manual functional, regression, integration, performance, and exploratory testing.
Design and maintain testing frameworks (e.g., Playwright, Jest) integrated with CI/CD pipelines.
Validate RESTful and GraphQL APIs, databases, and third-party integrations for accuracy and performance.
Document and track defects with clear reproduction steps; collaborate with developers for resolution.
Participate in test planning, backlog grooming, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
Drive improvements in quality control processes, coverage, and tooling.
Support release readiness by validating builds, environments, and deployment pipelines.
Mentor junior team members in SDET practices and automation.
Stay current with evolving QA tools and methodologies.
Identify gaps in automation coverage and propose improvements.
Adhere to company policies and maintain alignment with company culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
3–5 years of professional experience in software quality assurance.
3+ years of experience in at least one programming language (JavaScript/TypeScript/Python/Java or C#).
Proficiency with automated testing frameworks such as Playwright or React.
Strong experience in manual test design, execution, and exploratory testing.
Familiarity with CI/CD practices, version control systems (e.g., Git), and Agile methodologies.
Experience validating APIs and using tools like Postman.
Ability to troubleshoot, debug, and communicate issues clearly.
Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Ability to travel up to 10% based on company and customer needs.
**Preferred Qualifications  **
Experience with performance or load testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Locust, k6).
Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) or containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and security testing practices.
Background in geospatial, mission-focused, or defense-related applications.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid and flexible work schedules
Professional development programs
Training and certification reimbursement
Extended and floating holiday schedule
Paid time off and Paid volunteer time
Health and Wellness Benefits include options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with access to Wellness, Mental Health, and Employee Assistance Programs.
100% Company Paid Benefits that include STD, LTD, and Basic Life insurance.
401(k) Plan Options with employer matching
Incentive bonuses for eligible clearances, performance, and employee referrals.
A company culture that values your individual strengths, career goals, and contributions to the team.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Automated TestingManual TestingTest DesignRegression TestingIntegration TestingPerformance TestingExploratory TestingProgramming Languages (JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java, C#)Defect TrackingTest Automation

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailCommunication