Software Development & Engineering - SDET (Hardware/Gateway)

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Job Description Summary

Responsible for validating product quality by analyzing and testing the quality of the codebase. Makes decisions affecting architecture of the test codebase including which software to use for writing test code. Focuses on writing code that will be executed in an automated and repeatable fashion which will reduce manual testing efforts and increase code quality and consistency. Develops and maintains code that validates front-end, middleware and database systems, using the latest tools and common programming languages. Provides input into various software development lifecycle stages. Partners with software engineers to write efficient automation code using coding standards and best practices. Executes automated code and creates comprehensive execution reports for team. Repairs complex broken automation scripts and performs peer reviews of automation codebase. Has in-depth experience, knowledge and skills in own discipline. Usually determines own work priorities. Acts as resource and mentor for colleagues with less experience.

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Comcast’s Technology, Product & Experience (TPX) organization works at the intersection of media and technology. Our innovative teams are continually developing and delivering products that transform the customer experience.

About The Team

The RDK Pre-Release Operations Engineering Organization is dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of product certification, precision, and readiness before market release. Through comprehensive operational oversight and stringent quality processes, we leverage advanced tooling and methodologies to continually elevate our quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Write automated test code, using the same standards as a Software Engineer, that allows for repeatable, reliable testing solutions to test the wide functionality of products and software, maintaining automation codebase in a version control system (GIT, SVN). May include creating simple SQL queries for validation of databases and / or writing SOAP and RESTful API automated scripts.
• Create automated testing documentation, including Test Plans, Test Summary Reports etc.
• Execute automated test scripts and presents results to team.
• Analyze broken test cases and diagnose and repair to working order.
• Perform code reviews of automation scripts and front-end codebases. Diagnose and repair simple bugs within production code.
• Serve as a guide and mentor for junior-level engineers. Provides technical leadership and consultation with regards to practices, procedures and techniques.
  
  

Skills & Experience We’re Looking For

• Proficiency in Java programming with experience in automation framework development and maintenance
• Strong background in automation testing, including script development, code reviews, and test execution
• Experience with API automation testing and validating backend services
• Working knowledge of device software testing and device‑dependent applications
• Ability to work with databases, including writing SQL queries for test data validation
• Python experience is a plus but not required
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering and QA teams
• Comfortable working in a team‑collaborative environment to improve test coverage, quality, and delivery