Software Development Engineer in Test II

Job Description

Job Description

We’re seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test II (SDET II) to design, build, and maintain automated test suites that ensure the accuracy, reliability, and performance of our software. In this role, you’ll translate requirements into test scenarios, validate APIs and integrations, and collaborate with developers, product owners, and DevOps teams to embed testing into CI / CD pipelines.

Beyond test execution, you’ll help identify gaps in automation coverage, contribute to process improvements, and share knowledge with junior engineers to raise overall quality standards. This is an opportunity to combine hands-on technical impact with mentorship and continuous improvement, while playing a critical role in delivering secure, high-quality releases.

The Mission Starts Here

TheIncLab engineers and delivers intelligent digital applications and platforms that revolutionize how our customers and mission-critical teams achieve success.

We are where innovation meets purpose; and where your career can meet purpose as well.  We are looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test to design, build and maintain automated test suites.  We encourage you to apply and take the first step in joining our dynamic and impactful company.

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept

As a SDET II, you will :

• Develop, execute, and maintain automated test suites for software applications across desktop, mobile, web, and cloud-based platforms.
• Translate user stories, acceptance criteria, and technical requirements into comprehensive manual and automated test scenarios.
• Own assigned quality control domains, delivering with minimal oversight while providing transparency on progress, risks, and blockers.
• Conduct automated and manual functional, regression, integration, performance, and exploratory testing across multiple environments.
• Design and maintain manual and automated testing frameworks (e.g., Playwright, Jest) integrated with CI / CD pipelines.
• Validate RESTful and GraphQL APIs, databases, and third-party integrations for accuracy, performance, and reliability.
• Document and track defects with clear reproduction steps, collaborating with developers and product owners to ensure timely resolution.
• Contribute to test planning, backlog grooming, sprint planning, and retrospectives by bringing a quality control perspective to discussions.
• Drive improvements in quality control processes, coverage, and tooling to enhance delivery speed and quality.
• Support release readiness by validating builds, environments, and deployment pipelines.
• Mentor junior team members in SDET practices, automation, and test design.
• Stay current with evolving quality control tools, technologies, and methodologies to continuously improve testing effectiveness.
• Identify gaps in automation coverage and proactively propose improvements.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures and maintain alignment with company culture.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications :

Clearance Requirements

Benefits

At TheIncLab we recognize that innovation thrives when employees are provided with ample support and resources. Our benefits packages reflect that :

About TheIncLab

Founded in 2015, TheIncLab (“TIL”) is the first human-centered artificial intelligence (AI+X) lab.  We engineer complex, integrated solutions that combine cutting-edge AI technologies with emerging systems-of-systems to solve some of the most difficult challenges in the defense and aerospace industries.  Our work spans diverse technological landscapes, from rapid ideation and prototyping to deployment.

At TIL, we foster a culture of relentless optimism.  No problem is too hard, no project is too big, and no challenge is too complex to tackle. This is possible due to the positive attitude of our teams.  We approach every problem with a “yes” attitude and focus on results.  Our motto, “demo or die,” encompasses the idea that failure is not an option.

We do all of this with a work ethic rooted in kindness and professionalism.  The positive attitude of our teams is only possible due to the support TIL provides to each individual.

At TIL, we believe that every challenge is an opportunity for growth and innovation.  Our teams are encouraged to think outside the box and come up with creative solutions to complex problems.  We understand that the path to success is not always straightforward, but we are committed to persevering and finding a way forward.

Our culture of relentless optimism is not just about having a positive attitude; it is about taking action and making things happen.  We believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork, and we know that by working together, we can achieve great things.  Our teams are made up of individuals who are passionate about their work and dedicated to making a difference.

Learn more about TheIncLab and our job opportunities at www.theinclab.com.