Senior Software Engineer in Test (SDET)

Piper Companies is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Test (SDET) for a large‑scale modernization initiative with an enterprise technology organization in Smithfield, RI or Merrimack, NH. The Senior Software Engineer in Test will develop automated testing frameworks, integrate quality into CI/CD processes, and collaborate closely with development teams to ensure robust, scalable, and reliable software delivery. This is a hybrid position requiring 2–3 days onsite per week in Smithfield, RI or Merrimack, NH.

Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks for REST APIs, backend services, and UI applications
• Develop automated test suites integrated into Jenkins CI/CD pipelines
• Partner with developers to drive testability and shift‑left testing practices
• Create test plans, strategies, and acceptance criteria to validate functionality and performance
• Maintain detailed documentation for test cases, frameworks, and quality standards
• Troubleshoot defects, identify root causes, and provide actionable remediation guidance
• Contribute to code reviews and ensure test automation quality across Agile teams
• Use SQL and PostgreSQL for data validation and backend test support

Requirements

• 6–10 years of automation engineering or SDET experience
• Strong programming skills with Java and/or Python
• Experience with automated testing for REST APIs, services, and UI frameworks
• Hands‑on experience with Jenkins, GitHub, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines
• Proficiency with SQL and PostgreSQL
• Experience working in Agile environments
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Compensation

• Compensation based on experience
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and sick leave as required by law

This job opens for applications on 1/16/2026. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords

SDET, Test Automation, Java, Python, API Testing, Jenkins, CI/CD, PostgreSQL