Software Engineer in Test (SDET)

Department : Engineering

Location : Whitefield, Bangalore

Reports to : Engineering Manager - QA

About Zluri

Zluri is a next-gen Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) platform that enables IT and security teams to discover identities and applications, streamline access management, and automate access reviews—all from a single, intuitive interface. With Zluri, organizations automate compliance readiness and ensure that the right people have the right access to the right applications at the right time, with minimal time and manual effort.

Role Summary

As an SDET at Zluri, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our platform. Given the demanding requirements of identity governance and compliance, our services must maintain the highest standards of accuracy and reliability. You will be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive test automation strategies while maintaining a rapid development pace. This role requires technical excellence, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Test Automation & Strategy

Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for web applications and APIs

Create and execute comprehensive test strategies covering functional, integration, regression, and performance testing

Build robust test automation for complex features and business workflows

Develop efficient test data preparation and management strategies

Quality Assurance

Perform exploratory testing to identify edge cases and potential issues

Conduct thorough integration and regression testing

Execute performance and load testing to ensure scalability

Validate data accuracy and integrity through database testing

Collaboration & Process

Collaborate with development teams to ensure the testability of new features

Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on testability

Participate in design and product planning sessions

Contribute to CI / CD pipeline improvements and maintenance

Document test plans, test cases, and testing best practices

Qualifications and Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field

Experience

2-5 years of experience in software testing and test automation

Proven experience in :

Web application automation testing

API automation and testing

Working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)

CI / CD environments and DevOps practices

Required Skills

Technical Skills

Core Testing Skills :

Strong expertise in SQL and database testing for data validation

Proficiency in test automation frameworks and tools :

Web Automation : Playwright (preferred), Selenium, or similar

API Testing : REST Assured, Postman, or equivalent frameworks

Performance Testing : JMeter, Gatling, or similar tools

Experience with version control systems (Git)

Familiarity with CI / CD tools (Github Actions, Jenkins, or similar)

Programming Languages :

Proficiency in at least one programming language (JavaScript, Java, Python, or similar)

Soft Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, agile environments

Detail-oriented with a quality-first mindset

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Adaptability to handle unstructured requirements and changing priorities

Nice to Have

Knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), and Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) concepts

Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Empowering Diversity, Championing Inclusivity

Zluri values diversity and inclusivity, fostering an environment where every individual feels welcome and respected. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing fair consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.