Sr Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

SAS•Cary HQ, NC

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Fraud & Financial Crimes team is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to design, build, and support scalable automated test frameworks, tools, and test suites. The role focuses on ensuring product quality within expected timelines throughout the development cycle and contributing data that supports metrics-based decision-making and quality engineering direction. The SDET applies automated testing across all layers of the application stack, both within and outside the continuous delivery pipeline. The role also analyzes quality metrics, triages test failures with development, product, and DevOps colleagues, participates in code reviews, and supports a healthy build pipeline. The position requires understanding how deployment, migration, security, and performance fit into the continuous delivery lifecycle, and following applicable security policies and processes. Participation in open-source projects on behalf of SAS is encouraged. The position is hybrid in Cary, North Carolina, or remote within North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, or Virginia. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. The stated base salary range is $151,249–$184,860 per year; geographic differentials may apply, and actual pay depends on factors including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Eligible employees may also receive a commission or discretionary bonus depending on the role and company and individual performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related quantitative field.
At least 8 years of experience developing automated tests.
Experience working in an Agile software development environment, including planning and delivering commitments.
Experience designing and implementing tests for web-based microservices, REST interfaces, and the OpenAPI specification.
Experience with container technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes in combination with cloud deployments on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Experience with SQL and Oracle or PostgreSQL.
Proficiency with source control management techniques, including branching, code review, and merging.
Equivalent combinations of related education, training, and experience may be considered in place of the listed qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Advanced proficiency in one and familiarity with multiple programming languages such as Java, Python, or Go.
Demonstrated ability to distinguish testing layers, select the appropriate approach for each situation, and design effective quality gates.
Expertise in one test automation framework, including the ability to create shareable code.
Familiarity with the latest-generation SAS Viya platform and the SAS language.
Familiarity with test frameworks such as Playwright or REST Assured for testing software in a CI/CD pipeline.
Familiarity with modern IDEs such as IntelliJ or VSCode.
Adaptability: maintaining effectiveness through significant changes in responsibilities or work environment, exploring benefits, trying new approaches, and collaborating to make change successful.
Decision-making: gathering, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information; evaluating alternatives against clear criteria; and taking timely action consistent with facts and constraints.
Collaborating: working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain high-quality test automation using modern development techniques, both inside and outside the CDP, and provide data to support metrics-based decision-making.
Apply automated tests at every layer of the application stack, both inside and outside the continuous delivery pipeline.
Produce and analyze metrics that illustrate application quality and develop insights that guide quality engineering.
Work with the team and with Development, Product, and DevOps teams to triage test failures promptly and accurately while maintaining build-pipeline health.
Participate in code reviews for product, test, and infrastructure code.
Understand the roles of deployment, migration, security, and performance in the continuous delivery lifecycle.
Follow applicable security policies and processes to support secure software development goals.
Embrace curiosity, passion, authenticity, and accountability.
May participate in open-source projects on behalf of SAS.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans.
PPO medical plan option with a low annual deductible and copays.
HDHP option combined with a health savings account and an employer contribution.
Free onsite health care center for employees and family members enrolled in the PPO plan; the onsite center is at headquarters.
Pharmacy services, including shipping prescriptions at no additional charge for those not local to headquarters.
Industry-leading 401(k) plan.
Tuition Assistance Program and programs and resources to support employee development.
Vacation time, paid holidays, and a U.S. Winter Wellness Break between December 25 and January 1.
Volunteer Time Off.
Parental leave.
Unlimited paid sick days.
Childcare benefits for full-time employees.
Life and disability insurance.
Possible commission or discretionary bonus, depending on role and company and individual performance.