Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Position Summary

Avum is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to develop, maintain, and execute automated testing solutions supporting Department of Defense programs. This hands-on role combines software development and quality assurance to improve test coverage, identify defects, and support reliable software releases.

The ideal candidate has experience with object-oriented programming, the Page Object Model, data-driven testing, and integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines. The SDET will work closely with developers, analysts, and QA team members to maintain automation frameworks, troubleshoot test failures, and ensure applications meet functional, performance, and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain reusable automated test frameworks and test suites for complex federal applications.
• Create data-driven automated tests using external data sources such as JSON, CSV, Excel, or databases.
• Use the Page Object Model and object-oriented programming principles to separate test logic from user interface elements, reduce code duplication, and improve maintainability.
• Develop and maintain automated functional, regression, smoke, integration, performance, and load tests.
• Support the integration and execution of automated tests within CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines.
• Monitor automated test results, investigate failures, identify root causes, and work with developers to resolve defects.
• Update automated tests as application features, user interfaces, and business requirements change.
• Analyze application workflows and business rules to identify reusable testing patterns and opportunities to increase automation coverage.
• Participate in peer code reviews and follow established coding and automation standards.
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and manual QA team members to identify testing needs and close coverage gaps.
• Stay current on testing tools, libraries, and automation practices and provide recommendations when appropriate.
• Maintain test plans, automation documentation, execution results, defect records, and testing metrics in support of contract and compliance requirements.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, release planning, and other team activities

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $100,000-$120,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, certifications, and geographic location. Avum offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical (Cigna), dental and vision (Principal), 401(k), PTO, education reimbursement, and certification reimbursement.

Work Environment & Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required
• Security clearance: Active Secret clearance required or ability to obtain
• Background check required

Equal Employment Opportunity

Avum, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Avum is committed to compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, and maintains an active Affirmative Action Plan.