Job Title: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) - Remote LatamAbout the ClientConsidered one of the first Creative Management Platforms in the audio space, this company is powering the future of audio advertising. Their platform simplifies and enhances audio advertising by automating the ad creative process and leveraging data and proprietary technologies to improve performance. A pioneer in the space since 2017, the company has developed cutting-edge solutions now used by some of the world’s largest audio publishers and advertisers.What We’re Looking ForWe’re seeking a skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to own and evolve the quality engineering practice across the platform. This role spans the full testing spectrum—from end-to-end UI automation and API testing to CI/CD integration and performance validation. You’ll work across both a legacy v1 application and a modern v2 microapplication architecture, building a robust, scalable test infrastructure. This is not a siloed QA role. You’ll be embedded with the development team, shaping how quality is approached from design through deployment, with strong autonomy to assess, define, and build what’s needed. You will collaborate closely with the VP of Engineering and the broader team to establish testing standards, expand automation coverage, and integrate quality across the development lifecycle.Key ResponsibilitiesTest Strategy & ArchitectureOwn and evolve the test automation strategy across v1 and v2 platformsAssess current coverage and define a roadmap for scalable quality engineeringDesign test frameworks and reusable patternsEstablish testing standards, conventions, and best practicesEvaluate and select appropriate tools and frameworksEnd-to-End & UI TestingBuild and maintain E2E test suites for critical user flowsDevelop UI automation for Angular/React (v1) and React/Mantine (v2)Create maintainable page object models and test utilitiesValidate responsiveness, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibilityAPI & Backend TestingDevelop API test coverage for backend services and integrationsValidate data integrity, error handling, and edge casesBuild contract and integration testsTest database operations, migrations, and data pipelinesCI/CD & Test InfrastructureIntegrate tests into CI/CD pipelines with enforced quality gatesOptimize test execution for speed and reliabilityBuild reporting and visibility into test resultsMaintain test environments, fixtures, and seed dataPerformance & Load TestingDesign and execute performance and load testsEstablish baselines and monitor regressionsDiagnose and resolve performance issues with engineering teamsSimulate real-world usage scenariosCollaboration & Quality CulturePartner with developers to define test plans and acceptance criteriaParticipate in code reviews with a focus on testability and edge casesPromote a quality-first mindset across the teamContribute to sprint planning with test effort estimatesShare best practices and support developers in writing testsGrowth & Career DevelopmentThis role offers strong opportunities for growth:Practice Ownership: Build and shape the quality engineering disciplineTechnical Depth: Expand expertise in testing, cloud, and infrastructureArchitectural Influence: Contribute to platform design decisionsCross-Functional Impact: Work across product, engineering, and customer successTooling Innovation: Introduce modern testing and observability approachesMentorship: Help elevate team-wide testing practicesQualificationsWho You AreExperienced in building scalable test automation from the ground upStrong systems thinker with a holistic view of application behaviorPragmatic about quality—balancing depth and efficiencyComfortable owning a domain while collaborating closely with teamsClear communicator across technical and non-technical stakeholdersProactive in identifying gaps and proposing solutionsDetail-oriented with a strong sense of ownershipContinuously learning and evolving with new tools and practicesTechnical SkillsCore Testing & DevelopmentExperience with modern frameworks (Cypress, Playwright, or similar)Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScriptExperience testing frontend (React, Angular) and backend APIsInfrastructure & DevOpsCI/CD pipeline integrationCloud platforms (AWS preferred)Testing in cloud-hosted environmentsData & SystemsSQL and database validationVersion control (Git) and collaborative workflowsTesting PracticesPage Object Model, data-driven testing, contract testingPerformance testing tools (k6, Artillery, JMeter, etc.)Nice to HaveWeb security testing knowledgeAccessibility testing experienceExperience with ad tech or audio platformsWhy This RoleThis is a unique opportunity to own and build the quality engineering function at a company shaping the future of audio advertising—while working with a collaborative, high-performing engineering team that values craftsmanship and continuous improvement.BenefitsCompetitive Salary: Earn a competitive salary that matches your skills and experience.Paid Time Off: Generous time off to support work-life balance.Health Insurance: Subsidized private health insurance coverage.Annual Salary Reviews: Regular performance-based salary evaluations.Training: Paid training and certification opportunities.
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