Lead Test Automation engineer (SDET) based out of Pune, India

Job Title : Lead Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)Location : Pune, India (Hybrid / On-site Preferred)Team : Engineering – Quality & Test AutomationAbout Us

We're an emerging AI-driven interactive media and sports-tech startup building next-generation experiences that merge sports betting, real-time engagement, and contextual commerce. Our platform delivers immersive, personalized content to millions of users through microapp-driven architecture—bridging live sports, predictive gaming, and instant shopping in one ecosystem.

We move fast, innovate constantly, and care deeply about performance and reliability. As a Senior SDET, you'll own the automation strategy that ensures every release is smooth, scalable, and rock-solid—across Java-based microservices and React Native applications.

About the Role

We're looking for a hands-on Senior SDET Engineer who can design, implement, and scale automation frameworks that keep pace with rapid feature development. You'll collaborate closely with backend, frontend, and DevOps teams to embed quality into every layer of the product lifecycle—driving test strategy for microservices, real-time APIs, and mobile app experiences.

What You'll Do1. Test Automation Leadership

• Design and develop end-to-end automation frameworks for Java backend services and React Native mobile apps.
• Build scalable, modular test systems to validate microapps, live data streams, and in-app contextual commerce features.
• Use tools such as JUnit / TestNG, Appium, Cypress, Detox, or RestAssured to automate API, UI, and integration tests.
• Implement mocking, stubbing, and contract testing (Pact, WireMock) for real-time API verification.

2. Platform Quality & Reliability

4. Collaboration & Mentorship

What You'll Bring

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