What are the responsibilities and job description for the SDET / Java / Python / Chicago, IL position at Motion Recruitment?
A growing technology organization in Chicago is hiring a full-time Senior Software Development Engineer in Test to support a modern, web-based automation platform. This team builds advanced software solutions used by industrial enterprises and leverages technologies such as Java, Python, JavaScript, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines. This is an onsite role offering long-term stability and ownership over system quality and reliability.
This opportunity is ideal for someone who wants more than traditional test automation. The role blends quality engineering with site reliability practices, giving you influence over system stability, observability, and performance. You’ll work closely with engineers and product teams, gain exposure to distributed systems and IoT environments, and help shape how testing and reliability are built into the platform from the ground up. Required Skills & Experience
Posted By: Keeley Utz
This opportunity is ideal for someone who wants more than traditional test automation. The role blends quality engineering with site reliability practices, giving you influence over system stability, observability, and performance. You’ll work closely with engineers and product teams, gain exposure to distributed systems and IoT environments, and help shape how testing and reliability are built into the platform from the ground up. Required Skills & Experience
- 5 years of experience in SDET, test automation, or reliability-focused engineering roles
- Strong programming experience with Java, Python, and/or JavaScript
- Hands-on experience with UI and API test automation
- Experience testing backend services and distributed systems
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control tools
- Understanding of system architecture, databases, and messaging systems Desired Skills & Experience
- Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus or Grafana
- Exposure to Docker-based or native application deployments
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, OSI model)
- Background working in agile development environments
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional or global teams What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
- 100% Test Automation (UI, API, Backend)
- 70% Hands-On Engineering
- 10% Documentation & Strategy
- 20% Team Collaboration The Offer
- Bonus eligible
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Long-term growth opportunities within a scaling organization
Posted By: Keeley Utz