Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) - Retail

Capgemini • Southfield, MI

7d • $68,911 - $161,544 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a strong SDET with hands-on Selenium expertise to support retail and merchandising applications. The role requires a quality-first mindset with the ability to deliver test automation within Agile sprints and support store validation activities. Candidates should be flexible for minimal travel to nearby stores within 20 miles for post-validation testing.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Agile Functional Testing, Test Automation, and Quality Engineering
• Strong hands-on experience in Selenium test automation (mandatory)
• Experience working in Retail/Merchandising domain (must-have)
• Ability to work across multiple platforms – Web, Mobile, Desktop, and Cloud
• Hands-on experience with automation tools/technologies such as: Selenium, Robot Framework, UFT
• Programming: Java / Python
• API Testing
• Solid experience in Agile methodologies
• Strong coordination skills with ability to work independently and across multiple teams
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Retail domain testing (POS, merchandising, store systems)
• Knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD processes (Jenkins, pipelines, auto-builds)
• Strong experience in test data management and reporting
• Ability to analyze issues and collaborate with teams for faster resolution
• Experience creating test scenarios, acceptance tests, and execution reports

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute test automation frameworks using Selenium and other tools across Web, Mobile, Cloud, and Desktop platforms
• Perform automation during sprint cycles, ensuring continuous quality in Agile delivery
• Validate end-to-end retail/merchandising workflows, including store-level scenarios
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Dev, Product, QA) to understand requirements and build test strategies
• Execute post-validation testing at store locations (travel within ~20 miles – weekly/fortnight)
• Create, manage, and track defects/bug reports, ensuring timely resolution
• Develop robust test scenarios, acceptance criteria, and regression suites
• Provide test status reports (weekly, monthly, and closure reports) to stakeholders
• Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for continuous testing
• Work closely with deployment teams to troubleshoot and resolve production/post-release issues

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 (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

What This Job Offers

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