HackerRank

HackerRank

Software Development Engineer in Test I

Hybrid in Santa Clara, CA

Sponsorship not specified$110k-$120kDetected 21 days ago
JavaScriptTypeScriptCode ReviewGitDockerKubernetesCI/CDGitHub ActionsJenkinsRESTAgentic AIAccessibilityPlaywrightPostmanTest AutomationManual TestingBDDAPI TestingCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoring

About the role

  • As a SDET, you will play a critical role in shaping and executing our automation-first quality strategy across web, API, and AI-driven systems.
  • This is a hands-on, technically deep role with real ownership and impact.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and standardize test automation practices across teams and services
  • Design, build, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Playwright and SerenityJS
  • Develop automated test suites in JavaScript/TypeScript for web, API, and workflow validation
  • Design and maintain REST API automation using Postman or equivalent tools
  • Monitor automation executions, analyze failures, and drive root-cause resolution
  • Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript for building reliable, maintainable automation
  • Use AI agents or tools to perform day-to-day activities or to test AI-powered features.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in QA Automation / SDET roles
  • Strong hands-on experience with Playwright and SerenityJS (JavaScript/TypeScript)
  • Solid experience in REST API testing using Postman or similar tools
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD automation using Jenkins and/or GitHub Actions
  • Strong working knowledge of Git (GitHub) and modern version control workflows
  • Experience working with Docker and Kubernetes-based environments
  • Experience with Desktop Automation testing
  • Strong understanding of regression, integration, system, and end-to-end testing
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to debug complex automation failures
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to influence quality across teams

Skills

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Compensation

  • The base salary range for this role is $110,000-$120,000, plus a target 10% annual bonus tied to individual and company performance.
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Benefits

  • Collaborate during design and story elaboration to define acceptance criteria and risk coverage
  • You will also receive equity (stock options) and a comprehensive package of cash and non-cash benefits.
  • We never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, or disability status.

Equal opportunity

  • HackerRank is a proud equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.
  • We provide equal opportunity to everyone for employment based on individual performance and qualification.
  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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