Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
Description
As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), you will play a key role in enhancing the quality and reliability of a cloud-based treasury management system. You’ll work within a product squad alongside product, architecture, and commercial stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include supporting the transformation of a .Net Framework-based platform to a microservices architecture (.Net Core), while maintaining and improving high standards of quality.
This role requires expertise in both software development and testing. You’ll independently design and implement automated test frameworks and tests, ensuring high-quality solutions throughout the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and tests using .Net Core and C#, applying SOLID principles.
Collaborate with colleagues to capture requirements in test strategies.
Support the migration to a microservices architecture with a focus on test automation.
Test large-scale distributed systems (microservices).
Break down complex problems into smaller, testable components.
Troubleshoot and resolve customer issues from a quality perspective.
Conduct code and design reviews with a focus on testability.
Maintain technical documentation including test plans and reports.
Continuously apply best practices in test automation and QA.
Ensure platform performance and reliability.
Promote Agile development practices including TDD and BDD.
Provide mentorship to junior engineers.
Requirements
Strong proficiency in automated testing with .Net Core (experience with .Net Framework is a plus).
Experience with Azure-based distributed microservice architectures.
Skilled in implementing automated CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions).
Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and collaborative problem-solving.
In-depth knowledge of SOLID principles from a testing perspective.
Effective communication skills.
Familiarity with SQL Server and Cosmos DB in automated testing.
Tech Stack
CI/CD: GitHub, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, AppVeyor, Octopus Deploy
Test Automation: Playwright, LightBDD, XUnit
Development: .Net Core, C#
Databases: SQL Server, Cosmos DB
Cloud: Azure
Benefits
25 days holiday (increasing to 30 with service) + bank holidays
Hybrid working (1 day/month in office)
Contributory pension scheme
Enhanced parental leave
Cycle to Work Scheme
Private medical insurance
Unlimited therapy sessions via partner provider
Discounted gym membership
Financial coaching
Volunteering leave (2 days/year)
Sabbatical after 5 years
Life assurance
Ongoing learning and development
About the Company
This FCA-regulated payments business provides global payment services and treasury optimisation for the insurance market. Operating one of the largest domestic banking and payment settlement networks globally, it enables access to over 170 countries and 110 currencies. Through a single integration, insurers can pay claims in as fast as 45 seconds, improving customer experience.
With over 160 employees across Europe and headquarters in London, the company raised $26m in Series B funding in 2022 and has processed nearly £8bn in transactions. It partners with major insurance leaders and prides itself on a collaborative, customer-centric culture.
Job Title: SDET - C#/.NET - Insurance Company
Location: London, UK
Rate/Salary: (phone number removed) - (phone number removed) GBP Yearly
Job Type: Contract
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