19h ago

Lead Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Arlington, VA

$150k-$200k / yearest.

full-timelead Remotenon-profit

🛠 Tech Stack

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💼 About This Role

You'll lead quality and test automation strategy for web and Salesforce applications, ensuring reliability of content-heavy, mission-critical systems. You'll define testing strategy, build automation, and mentor QA engineers while working closely with developers and product teams. This role champions quality-first practices across the development lifecycle.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Lead quality and test automation strategy for web and Salesforce applications.
  • Design and maintain automated tests within CMS platforms for content workflows.
  • Build end-to-end and API tests covering connected services.
  • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for frequent deployments.

📋 Requirements

  • 10+ years in software development or test automation with technical leadership.
  • Strong programming skills in PHP, Python, Java, or JavaScript/TypeScript.
  • Experience with Contentful, Drupal, or WordPress including custom modules.
  • Experience with web/API test automation tools like Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium.

✨ Nice to Have

  • Experience supervising and coaching engineers or SDETs.
  • Familiarity with headless CMS architectures and API-first content delivery.
  • Experience with cloud-native environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 🏖️ Flexible time off
  • 💰 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting
  • 🏥 Comprehensive health and dental plans
  • 🧘 Wellness and mental health support (Peloton, Talkspace)
  • 📈 Competitive salaries and bonus opportunities
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