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Software Development Engineer in Test Lead

Avis Budget Group

Parsippany, New Jersey, United StatesOn Site

Original Job Summary

Overview

At Avis Budget Group, a leading global provider of transportation solutions, we operate top brands such as Avis, Budget, and Zipcar. Join us as a Software Development Engineer in Test Lead and drive quality for major software initiatives.

Job Summary

The SDET Lead will own the quality lifecycle from requirements to post-launch. You will translate business needs into test strategies, develop robust test plans, and ensure testing aligns with business outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Project Ownership & Accountability: Own overall testing strategy, planning, execution, and risk mitigation.
  • Test Strategy, Planning & Execution: Develop detailed test plans covering manual and automated testing.
  • Test Automation & Tooling: Design and develop automation scripts using Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Postman, and Pytest.
  • Team Leadership & Collaboration: Guide test engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Reporting & Communication: Define quality KPIs, track progress, and communicate status to stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 5+ years in software testing focusing on test planning, execution, and automation with proven leadership in large-scale projects. Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (e.g., Java, TypeScript, Python) and hands-on experience with modern testing frameworks.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with performance/security testing, containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes), Agile, DevOps, and a relevant degree in Computer Science or Engineering.

Benefits

Enjoy paid time off, 401K with company matching, comprehensive medical benefits, employee discounts, and more. Compensation starts between $80,000 and $100,000 annually, influenced by skills, experience, and market.

Location

This role is based in Parsippany, New Jersey, United States of America.

Key skills/competency

Software Development Engineer in Test Lead, testing, automation, Selenium, Cypress, test planning, CI/CD, Agile, leadership, quality, Python

How to Get Hired at Avis Budget Group

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Avis Budget Group: Understand their culture and business objectives.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight test automation and leadership skills.
  • Showcase technical expertise: Emphasize experience with Selenium, Cypress, etc.
  • Prepare for interviews: Rehearse examples of test strategy successes.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Selenium and Cypress documentation.
Practice writing automation scripts in Python.
Familiarize with CI/CD pipeline integrations.
Study containerization basics with Docker and Kubernetes.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you led a testing team.
Explain how you manage project challenges effectively.
Share an example of collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Discuss initiative in improving test processes.