Software Development Engineer Test (SDET)
About the role
Job Title: Software Development Engineer Test (SDET)
Location: Waterloo, Canada
Contract Duration: 1 year with the possibility for extension (T4)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid, 1 day remote
Pay Rate: $55-57 per hour
Position Summary
Employees in this job function are responsible for designing and developing test cases based on requirements, automating and deploying them into the CI/CT pipeline for execution. They are involved in the software test development lifecycle, testing for quality, and deploying software to meet customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Software Requirements Analysis
Analyze software requirements to inform test strategy and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
Test Case Design Review
Design, author, and review detailed L2 test cases in TestRail covering various testing types, including Smoke Test, Sanity Test, Feature Regression Test, and Stability Test.
Test Environment Configuration
Configure and integrate a wide array of test tools, including test management systems, defect tracking systems, test automation frameworks, measurement tools, and debuggers.
Test Script Implementation
Develop, automate, and maintain robust test suites and scripts (e.g., using GTest and Python frameworks) and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines to provide continuous feedback on component quality.
Automated Test Execution
Oversee and perform automated test execution for nightly engineering and release builds, ensuring comprehensive logging and monitoring of results.
Defect Management
Identify, report, and analyze test failures to pinpoint defects. Manage defect tracking and retesting activities to ensure timely resolution.
Reporting Analysis
Generate detailed test execution reports summarizing pass/fail rates, execution progress, and test coverage metrics.
Coverage Analysis
Conduct thorough analysis of test coverage metrics (e.g., requirement coverage, code coverage, interface coverage) to identify gaps and drive continuous improvement in testing.
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Investigate test failures to determine the root cause, distinguishing between defects in the System Under Test (SUT), test environment issues, or problems within the test case/script itself.
Maintenance & Continuous Improvement
Proactively update test cases and automation scripts to reflect changes in requirements, design, or bug fixes. Drive continuous improvements in test coverage, particularly by expanding negative scenario use cases.
Experience Required
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, or Software Engineering. 5+ years of Automotive Software Test Automation experience. 3+ years of Body Control Software Verification experience. 2+ years of experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines. 2+ years of proven experience in software testing, particularly L2 ECU-level testing. 3+ years of demonstrated experience with test automation framework development and script implementation (e.g., Python, CAPL). 2+ years of proficiency in test case design, TestRail, and management tools (e.g., TestRail, Jama). 1+ year of experience working within an Agile framework.
Experience Preferred
Strong understanding of software requirements analysis and traceability; experience with Jama preferred. Experience with defect tracking systems and defect lifecycle management. Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis of test failures. Knowledge of automotive embedded systems and architectures is highly desirable. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
#INDPRO
About EPITEC
Why Choose Epitec? Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Southfield, Mich., with regional hubs in Chicago, Central Illinois, and Dallas, Epitec is dedicated to making staffing personal. Our customers include Fortune 500 companies across the United States, providing you access to high demand career opportunities.
What Makes Epitec Different? Our flexible workforce model is designed with you in mind. Whether you're looking for contract-to-hire, direct hire, or other employment options, we tailor our services to fit your career goals. We are consistently ranked as a top supplier to our customers, ensuring you have access to premier job placements.
How We Support You Our recruiting team focuses on understanding your unique skills and aspirations and we expertly match those to our customer job opportunities. We bring together diverse teams to solve complex problems, ensuring you are placed in roles where you can thrive. By leveraging innovative strategies and technology, we adapt to your evolving needs, providing exceptional support every step of the way.
Our Commitment to Your Success Epitec’s dedication to excellence has earned us national recognition as a “Best and Brightest Company to Work For” over 20 consecutive years and MMSDC's Minority Supplier of the Year on four occasions. We are committed to your professional growth and success, making sure you have the resources and opportunities to excel in your career.
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Software Development Engineer Test (SDET)
About the role
Job Title: Software Development Engineer Test (SDET)
Location: Waterloo, Canada
Contract Duration: 1 year with the possibility for extension (T4)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid, 1 day remote
Pay Rate: $55-57 per hour
Position Summary
Employees in this job function are responsible for designing and developing test cases based on requirements, automating and deploying them into the CI/CT pipeline for execution. They are involved in the software test development lifecycle, testing for quality, and deploying software to meet customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Software Requirements Analysis
Analyze software requirements to inform test strategy and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
Test Case Design Review
Design, author, and review detailed L2 test cases in TestRail covering various testing types, including Smoke Test, Sanity Test, Feature Regression Test, and Stability Test.
Test Environment Configuration
Configure and integrate a wide array of test tools, including test management systems, defect tracking systems, test automation frameworks, measurement tools, and debuggers.
Test Script Implementation
Develop, automate, and maintain robust test suites and scripts (e.g., using GTest and Python frameworks) and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines to provide continuous feedback on component quality.
Automated Test Execution
Oversee and perform automated test execution for nightly engineering and release builds, ensuring comprehensive logging and monitoring of results.
Defect Management
Identify, report, and analyze test failures to pinpoint defects. Manage defect tracking and retesting activities to ensure timely resolution.
Reporting Analysis
Generate detailed test execution reports summarizing pass/fail rates, execution progress, and test coverage metrics.
Coverage Analysis
Conduct thorough analysis of test coverage metrics (e.g., requirement coverage, code coverage, interface coverage) to identify gaps and drive continuous improvement in testing.
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Investigate test failures to determine the root cause, distinguishing between defects in the System Under Test (SUT), test environment issues, or problems within the test case/script itself.
Maintenance & Continuous Improvement
Proactively update test cases and automation scripts to reflect changes in requirements, design, or bug fixes. Drive continuous improvements in test coverage, particularly by expanding negative scenario use cases.
Experience Required
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, or Software Engineering. 5+ years of Automotive Software Test Automation experience. 3+ years of Body Control Software Verification experience. 2+ years of experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines. 2+ years of proven experience in software testing, particularly L2 ECU-level testing. 3+ years of demonstrated experience with test automation framework development and script implementation (e.g., Python, CAPL). 2+ years of proficiency in test case design, TestRail, and management tools (e.g., TestRail, Jama). 1+ year of experience working within an Agile framework.
Experience Preferred
Strong understanding of software requirements analysis and traceability; experience with Jama preferred. Experience with defect tracking systems and defect lifecycle management. Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis of test failures. Knowledge of automotive embedded systems and architectures is highly desirable. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
#INDPRO
About EPITEC
Why Choose Epitec? Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Southfield, Mich., with regional hubs in Chicago, Central Illinois, and Dallas, Epitec is dedicated to making staffing personal. Our customers include Fortune 500 companies across the United States, providing you access to high demand career opportunities.
What Makes Epitec Different? Our flexible workforce model is designed with you in mind. Whether you're looking for contract-to-hire, direct hire, or other employment options, we tailor our services to fit your career goals. We are consistently ranked as a top supplier to our customers, ensuring you have access to premier job placements.
How We Support You Our recruiting team focuses on understanding your unique skills and aspirations and we expertly match those to our customer job opportunities. We bring together diverse teams to solve complex problems, ensuring you are placed in roles where you can thrive. By leveraging innovative strategies and technology, we adapt to your evolving needs, providing exceptional support every step of the way.
Our Commitment to Your Success Epitec’s dedication to excellence has earned us national recognition as a “Best and Brightest Company to Work For” over 20 consecutive years and MMSDC's Minority Supplier of the Year on four occasions. We are committed to your professional growth and success, making sure you have the resources and opportunities to excel in your career.