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Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

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Covington, KY Intern
POSTED ON 4/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2026
Description:

Hybrid Every other week onsite/5 days in Covington, KY

Our client seeks a Software Development Engineer in Test to design, build, and maintain robust automation across UI, APIs, and data layers. You will develop Java-based test frameworks and automated suites leveraging tools like Selenium, Cucumber, and JUnit, and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines. The role operates within an Agile scrum team and emphasizes high-quality, maintainable automation for complex distributed systems. You will collaborate closely with engineering partners to improve coverage, reliability, and speed of validation.

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $50.00 to $55.00/hr. w2

Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, document, and maintain automated tests and in-house test utilities.
  • Develop test automation frameworks for front end, middle-tier services, and back-end data providers.
  • Create, implement, and execute automated tests aligned to acceptance criteria.
  • Collaborate with developers, QA analysts, and architects within an Agile Scrum team.
  • Practice ATDD/TDD to drive high-quality, maintainable automation.
  • Integrate automated suites into CI/CD pipelines and monitor execution results.
  • Contribute to building the next-generation workflow application with a focus on quality engineering.

Experience Requirements:

  • Minimum of 5 years in software quality engineering roles.
  • Hands-on test automation using Java/J2EE with frameworks such as JUnit, Cucumber, Selenium, Cypress, Karate, and JEST.
  • Experience with Spring, Hibernate, Web Services, Oracle, and SQL.
  • Proven understanding of Jenkins and CI/CD principles and tools.
  • Experience developing automation across microservices, BPMN, and distributed architectures.
  • Hands-on experience with ATDD/TDD methodologies.
  • Ability to work effectively in an Agile, globally distributed environment with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated focus on coding quality and end-to-end integrations.
  • Desire to learn and drive continuous improvement.

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.

Recruitment Transparency Notice

Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (, ) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group's use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.

Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact .

About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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