Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Job Title: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) Location: Hybrid Company: Snic Solutions Product: Factory Thread (B2B SaaS Data Platform) About Snic Solutions Snic Solutions is building Factory Thread , a next-generation B2B SaaS data platform designed to empower manufacturing enterprises with actionable insights and smarter decision-making. The platform integrates data across systems and leverages AI to unlock operational intelligence. It supports flexible deployment across cloud, on-premise, and private cloud environments. We are a fast-growing, high-impact team working at the intersection of data engineering, AI, and industrial systems . Role Overview We are looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) who will play a critical role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and scalability of the Factory Thread platform. This role goes beyond traditional QA—requiring strong engineering skills to build robust test frameworks, automate complex workflows, and embed quality across the development lifecycle. You will work closely with engineers, product managers, and architects to design and implement testing strategies for a distributed, data-intensive platform. Key Responsibilities Test Engineering & Automation Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks for backend services, APIs, and data pipelines Build automated test suites for functional, integration, regression, and performance testing Implement data validation and pipeline testing for ETL/ELT workflows Quality Strategy Define and drive quality standards, test strategies, and best practices across the engineering team Ensure test coverage across microservices, APIs, and distributed systems Integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and fast feedback loops Platform & System Testing Validate end-to-end workflows across heterogeneous systems (ERP, MES, IoT, etc.) Test deployments across cloud, on-premise, and hybrid environments Ensure system reliability under scale via performance and load testing Collaboration & Ownership Work closely with developers to shift-left testing and improve code quality Participate in design reviews to identify testability and quality risks early Contribute to improving observability, monitoring, and debugging practices Required Skills & Qualifications 3–8 years of experience in SDET / QA Automation / Software Engineering roles Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or similar languages Experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., PyTest, JUnit, TestNG, Selenium, Playwright) Solid understanding of: API testing (REST, OData) CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, etc.) Experience with data validation and testing data pipelines Familiarity with databases (SQL) and data modeling Understanding of distributed systems and system design basics Preferred Qualifications Experience in data platforms, analytics systems, or ETL pipelines Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with performance testing tools (JMeter, k6, Locust) Knowledge of manufacturing systems (MES, ERP, IoT) is a plus Familiarity with AI/ML pipelines testing is an added advantage What We’re Looking For Strong ownership mindset with a focus on building quality into the product Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving requirements Analytical thinker who can identify edge cases in complex data workflows Passion for engineering excellence and automation-first testing Why Join Snic Solutions? Opportunity to shape the quality foundation of a core product (Factory Thread) Work on cutting-edge problems in data integration and AI for manufacturing High-impact role in a small, collaborative team Flexibility in deployment environments (cloud + industrial edge)