Junior SDET (Java)

Capgemini • Chicago, IL

12h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Junior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with strong Java coding skills to join our Quality Engineering team. This role is ideal for early-career professionals who are passionate about building robust automation frameworks and contributing to scalable, high-quality software delivery through code-driven testing.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of experience in Java programming and test automation.
• Strong understanding of core Java concepts (OOPs, collections, exception handling, etc.).
• Hands-on exposure to automation tools such as Selenium WebDriver.
• Basic knowledge of API testing using RestAssured, Postman, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with JUnit/TestNG frameworks and Maven/Gradle build tools.
• Understanding of software testing fundamentals, SDLC, and Agile practices.
• Exposure to CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps) and version control (Git).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java-based automated test frameworks.
• Write clean, efficient, and reusable code using Java.
• Design and execute API test scripts using RestAssured or similar libraries.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure testability, code quality, and defect prevention early in the lifecycle.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous testing and delivery.
• Perform basic debugging and root cause analysis for identified defects.

Benefits

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade
• Company paid holidays
• Personal Days
• Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed