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Senior SDET

Apex Systems
Coppell, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 7/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2026
Job#: 3043908

Job Description:

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

Role Summary

The Sr. SDET is responsible for delivering high-quality , compliant , and scalable software solutions through Quality Engineering , Test Automation , Agile Delivery , and Software Development Governance . This role combines Software Engineering , Automation Framework Development , Test Strategy Support , and Quality Engineering Practices to ensure quality is built into every stage of the software development lifecycle.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Contribute to Quality Engineering initiatives and apply Automation-First , Shift-Left , and Quality-by-Design practices.
  • Support the development of Test Strategies , Test Approaches , and Risk-Based Testing plans for applications, APIs, services, and data platforms.
  • AutomateUI, API, backend, database validation , and data quality verification scenarios , and integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines .
  • Build reusable , maintainable , and scalable Java-based automation solutions using sound software engineering principles and automation design patterns.
  • Contribute to quality improvements through test coverage analysis , defect prevention , and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Diagnose and resolve automation issues through debugging, refactoring , test suite optimization , flaky test remediation , synchronization improvements , and locator strategy enhancements .
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies using Jira and collaborate with Product, Development, Architecture, and DevOps teams as needed to improve quality, testability, and delivery efficiency.
  • Follow Software Development Standards, Code Review Requirements, Release Governance Processes, and maintain Requirements Traceability, Test Evidence, and Audit-Ready Documentation.
  • Share knowledge and support adoption of Quality Engineering, Automation Standards, and engineering excellence.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline.
  • 6 years of experience in SDET , Test Automation , Software Quality Assurance , or Quality Engineering roles.

Core Skills & Strengths

Core Technical Skills

  • Strong Core Java programming skills, including Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) , Design Patterns , Collections , Exception Handling , Concurrency , Dependency Injection , and Test Framework Architecture .
  • Hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver , including Page Object Model (POM) , advanced XPath and CSS locator strategies , synchronization and wait strategies , automation stability, and flaky test reduction .
  • Strong API Testing experience using REST Assured , Karate, Postman, or similar tools.
  • Experience with SQL , database validation , and backend system testing.
  • Experience with TestNG , JUnit , Maven , Git , and modern software development practices.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Bitbucket.
  • Experience designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks for enterprise applications.
  • Understanding of microservices architecture , service integrations, and distributed system testing.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to share knowledge with team members and contribute to engineering excellence.

Quality, Governance & Agile Practices

  • OpenText AQM for Test Case Management, Requirements Traceability, Test Execution, and Test Evidence Management.
  • Test Approaches, Traceability Matrices, Post-Test Reports, and other required testing deliverables.
  • Strong understanding of Agile Methodologies , Scrum Practices , SDLC , and Quality Engineering Principles .
  • Experience working within cross-functional Agile teams delivering high-quality software solutions.
  • Audit Readiness, Documentation Standards, Evidence Management, and Governance Compliance.

Nice To Have Skills

  • Experience using AI-Assisted Development and Testing Tools .
  • Experience in Financial Services , Capital Markets , Insurance , or Wealth Management domains.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.

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