Software Engineer in Test (SDET)

Location: Toronto, ON, Canada

Job Summary

We are looking for a Software Engineer in Test (SDET) with 3–6 years of experience in software quality engineering and test automation. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Playwright, JavaScript, and API testing, along with the ability to design robust test cases, build scalable automation frameworks, and collaborate closely with cross-functional Agile teams to deliver high-quality software.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain comprehensive test cases based on product specifications, acceptance criteria, and technical designs.
• Translate product requirements into effective test coverage, including edge cases, negative scenarios, business rules, and state transitions.
• Build, enhance, and maintain scalable, reusable automation frameworks using Playwright.
• Develop and execute automated tests for:
• API Testing
• Integration Testing
• End-to-End Testing
• Functional Testing
• Regression Testing
• Investigate, reproduce, and analyze software defects across UI, API, and backend layers.
• Perform root cause analysis and provide actionable findings to development teams.
• Maintain traceability by linking test cases, execution results, defects, and requirements throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, grooming sessions, and release planning.
• Maintain accurate test documentation, execution reports, and test artifacts using TestRail.
• Collaborate closely with Developers, Product Managers, QA Engineers, and DevOps teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the development process.

Required Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in Software Testing, QA Automation, or SDET roles.
• Strong experience building and maintaining automation frameworks using Playwright.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (preferred) for test automation.
• Hands-on experience with API testing using Postman, REST Assured, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of:
• Test case design
• Data flows
• State transitions
• Business rules
• Failure scenarios
• Experience debugging applications by analyzing logs, API responses, and backend behavior.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Required Technical Skills

Automation

• Playwright (Required)
• JavaScript
• API Automation
• End-to-End Testing
• Integration Testing

API Testing

• REST APIs
• Postman
• REST Assured

Test Management

• TestRail

Work Tracking

• Azure Boards

CI/CD

• GitHub Actions
• Jenkins
• GitLab CI/CD

Testing Types

• Functional Testing
• Regression Testing
• Exploratory Testing
• Integration Testing
• API Testing

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Performance Testing.
• Familiarity with Security Testing.
• Experience working with SaaS products or security-focused platforms.
• Exposure to configuration-driven enterprise applications.
• Experience using AI-powered tools for:
• Test optimization
• Failure analysis
• Test coverage improvements

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to identify root causes rather than symptoms.
• Excellent debugging and troubleshooting abilities.
• Collaborative team player with an Agile mindset.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Quality-focused with attention to detail.

Work Environment

• Agile/Scrum development environment.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Product, QA, and DevOps teams.
• Opportunity to work on scalable automation frameworks and modern testing technologies.