What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior SDET position at Cynet Systems?
We are looking for Senior SDET for our client in Princeton, NJ
Job Title: Senior SDET
Job Location: Princeton, NJ
Job Type: Contract
Job Overview:
Pay Range: $47hr - $52hr
Requirement/Must Have:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
- 7 years in software testing and automation engineering.
- Strong software development background, preferably a developer who transitioned into test engineering.
- Extensive experience writing automation frameworks in JavaScript.
- Background in Agile, DevOps, and CICD driven environments.
- Experience with application, cloud, and network security testing is a plus.
Responsibilities:
- Architecting, developing, and maintaining scalable, reusable, and system-aware automated test frameworks focusing on integration, API, and performance testing.
- Influencing system architecture and testability by collaborating with developers to design test-friendly components and services.
- Driving long-term automation strategies ensuring tests are effective, reliable, and scalable within a CICD ecosystem.
- Leveraging AI-powered tools for failure prediction, test optimization, and strategic insights.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline testing processes and improve coverage and efficiency.
Skills:
- Proficiency in API integration and backend testing using Postman, RestAssured, Supertest, and Playwright.
- Hands-on experience with scalable automation frameworks, particularly Playwright.
- Experience with mid-tier testing including APIs interacting directly with databases and external services.
- Strong understanding of performance testing using JMeter and Gatling; security testing experience with OWASP ZAP and Burp Suite is a plus.
- Advanced programming skills in JavaScript.
- Expertise in test execution orchestration using CICD pipelines such as GitHub Actions and GitLab CICD.
- Familiarity with AI-based tools for bug analysis, test optimization, and issue consolidation.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify testing bottlenecks and propose solutions.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Benefits
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities
Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.
About Cynet Systems
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.
As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.
Salary : $47 - $52