Software engineer in test

About the job

Job Title : Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) – API & BDD Automation

Position Overview

We are looking for a skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with proven expertise in automating API tests for both SOAP and RESTful services. This role emphasizes backend automation using Java and BDD frameworks

The successful candidate will develop and maintain automated test scripts while ensuring robust validation of service interactions, leveraging modern Java techniques and frameworks.

Required Qualifications

Proficiency in Java (version 8 or higher) , with a focus on clean and maintainable code.

Solid hands-on experience with API test automation (REST and SOAP), preferably using Rest Assured.

Experience in Java SOAP web service integration , including working with JAXB-generated client stubs from WSDL / XSD to handle XML marshalling, unmarshalling, and schema validation within test automation.

Good understanding of BDD concepts and experience working with the Cucumber framework.

Knowledge of test automation best practices , including test data management and modular design.

Familiarity with version control and build tools ( Git , Maven ) and test execution frameworks like Test NG or JUnit.

Experience working in Agile development environments and contributing to cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain automated test scripts for SOAP and REST APIs using Java and Rest Assured.

Work with Java-based SOAP web service integrations , utilizing JAXB-generated client stubs from WSDL / XSD to enable seamless XML marshalling, unmarshalling, and schema validation as part of test automation.

Implement and support Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) test frameworks using Cucumber , including :

Writing expressive and maintainable Gherkin feature files.

Developing modular and reusable step definitions in Java.

Managing hooks, tags, and context objects to streamline test execution.

Create data-driven test scenarios using Data Tables, Scenario Outlines, and external data sources such as JSON and Excel.

Apply Java 8+ features , such as Streams and Optionals, to write efficient and clean test code.

Model API requests and responses using well-structured POJOs and utilize Enums to organize test data and input validation.

Integrate automated tests into CI / CD pipelines and collaborate closely with developers, QA, and Dev Ops teams.

Participate in defect analysis, test strategy reviews, and continuous test optimization.