SDET Engineer (Javascript with AWS)
Zeller · India
This listing has closed — view similar roles below.
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- A$120,000 / year
- India
Job highlights
- Test and automate software in AWS cloud environment.
- Develop and execute test plans, scripts, and cases.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
- Identify and track software defects and regressions.
- Advance best practices in automation and testing.
About the role
About Zeller
At Zeller, we’re champions for businesses of all sizes, and proud to be a fast-growing Australian scale-up reimagining business banking and payments. We believe in a level playing field, where all businesses benefit from access to smarter payments and financial services solutions that accelerate their cash flow, help them get paid faster, and give them a better understanding of their finances. So we’re hard at work building the tools to make it happen. Zeller is growing fast, backed by leading VCs, and brings together a global team of passionate payment and tech industry professionals. With an exciting roadmap of innovative new products under development, we are building a supportive and high performing team to inspire change in the outdated banking solutions. If you are passionate about innovation, thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new possibilities, hate bureaucracy, and can’t think of anything more exciting than evolving the status-quo, then read on to learn more.
The Role - SDET Engineer
As a SDET QA Engineer, you ensure that the products meet the required quality standards. Your work mainly involves software testing (manual & automation), and you are responsible for developing and documenting testing procedures to make sure the software products are functioning properly and are usable. You will be responsible for testing and supporting cloud-native, highly available, robust, and secure applications in the AWS environment. You will have experience in backend, API, and database testing. With automation and maintenance being at the heart of our engineering principles, this position will have the enviable opportunity to adopt and promote best practices, bleeding-edge technologies, and trends. While there is a primary area of expertise and responsibilities shaped by the initial project assigned, this role is not limited to a single product area or type over time and will work in a cross-functional team with skill sets in full-stack software engineering, DevOps, infrastructure, and quality assurance to architect. You will collaborate with a cross-disciplinary team to own product software development, contribute and promote standards and engineering best practices, support operational activities such as; process automation, compliance activities, SLA upkeep requirements. You’ll be tasked with translating business or product requirements into technical designs, hands-on implementation of the designs to see through its testing and deployment into various environments such as; development, stress testing, integration testing, staging, and production. You will enjoy the fun of development from scratch in some application components while adhering to the company engineering standards, frameworks, and best practices. You will also be a collaborative engineer capable of observing and contributing to existing works by other team members. Automation and maintenance are key; you will be excited to see through your contributions into production and maintain their longevity in the mission-critical environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Create detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases.
- Estimate, prioritize, plan, and coordinate testing activities.
- Design, develop, and execute automation scripts.
- Identify, record, document thoroughly, and track bugs.
- Perform thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved.
- Develop and apply testing processes for new and existing products.
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., developers and product managers) to identify system requirements.
- Monitor debugging process results.
- Track quality assurance metrics, like defect densities and open defect counts.
- Recommend improvements in software to enhance user experience.
- Works together with the software developer to enhance and improve programs.
- Stay up-to-date with new testing tools and test strategies.
Experience, Skills And Attributes
- Minimum of a Bachelor degree in software engineering (or related).
- 4+ years of experience in software testing (Test Automation).
- Experience in Javascript/Typescript is a must.
- In-depth understanding of any programming language.
- Experience in API testing (Postman/ REST/ SOAP).
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge on AWS.
- Great team player and able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive remuneration.
- A balanced, progressive, and supportive work environment.
- Excellent parental leave and other leave entitlements.
- Fully remote role.
- Annual get-together with the team.
- Endless learning and development opportunities.
- Plenty of remote-friendly fun and social opportunities - we love to come together as a team.
- An ability to influence and shape the future of Zeller as our company scales both domestically and globally.
- Being part of one of Australia’s most exciting scale-ups.
Key skills/competency
- SDET Engineer
- Software Testing
- Test Automation
- Javascript
- Typescript
- AWS
- API Testing
- Regression Testing
- Quality Assurance
- Problem-Solving
Skills & topics
- SDET Engineer
- Software Testing
- Test Automation
- Javascript
- Typescript
- AWS
- API Testing
- Regression Testing
- Quality Assurance
- Backend Testing
- Cloud Native
- Remote
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your experience with Javascript, AWS, and test automation relevant to the SDET Engineer role at Zeller.
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize your experience in API testing and your understanding of software engineering principles.
- Demonstrate collaboration: Provide examples of how you've worked with developers and product managers in previous roles.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your approach to test planning, automation script development, and bug tracking.
- Understand Zeller's mission: Research Zeller's focus on business banking and payments to align your application with their goals.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the SDET Engineer role at Zeller?
- The primary focus of the SDET Engineer role at Zeller is to ensure the quality of software products through manual and automated testing, with a strong emphasis on cloud-native applications in the AWS environment. This includes developing and executing test plans, identifying and tracking bugs, and promoting best practices in automation.
- What programming languages are essential for this SDET Engineer position?
- Experience with Javascript/Typescript is a must for this SDET Engineer position. While an in-depth understanding of any programming language is required, proficiency in Javascript/Typescript is specifically highlighted as essential.
- Does Zeller require on-site presence for this SDET Engineer role?
- No, this SDET Engineer role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. Zeller provides a supportive environment for remote employees, including opportunities for team interaction and development.
- What kind of testing experience is valuable for a Zeller SDET Engineer?
- Valuable testing experience for a Zeller SDET Engineer includes a minimum of 4 years in software testing, with a focus on test automation. Experience in backend, API testing (Postman/REST/SOAP), and database testing is also highly beneficial.
- How does Zeller use AI in its hiring process for the SDET Engineer role?
- Zeller may use AI tools to assist in parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications and analyzing resumes. However, these tools are supportive and do not replace human judgment in the final hiring decisions.
- What are the key benefits of working as an SDET Engineer at Zeller?
- Key benefits include competitive remuneration, a balanced and supportive work environment, excellent leave entitlements, endless learning and development opportunities, and the chance to shape the future of an exciting Australian scale-up.
- Is this SDET Engineer position suitable for entry-level candidates?
- This SDET Engineer position requires a minimum of 4 years of experience in software testing, particularly in test automation. Therefore, it is more suited for candidates with mid-career to senior-level experience rather than entry-level.
- What are the responsibilities regarding AWS for the SDET Engineer?