We are looking for a highly technical Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to support quality initiatives focused on mobile applications. This role is ideal for someone with a strong software engineering foundation who enjoys working closely with developers, contributing to automation at multiple levels, and validating systems through code-driven and gray-box testing approaches.

This position emphasizes test automation, in-sprint testing, and unit/integration-level validation, working closely with engineering teams to ensure high-quality, reliable releases.

About First Factory

We are a software development company with over two decades of experience, boasting a dynamic team of 175+ professionals actively engaged in diverse projects across various industries. We invite you to join us on this journey as we continue to thrive and embrace fresh challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Implementing gray-box automated unit tests using Kotlin

• Building automated tests across multiple layers, including:
  - API and service-level testing
  - Integration and end-to-end testing

• Designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable test automation frameworks for Android

• Integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines

• Working with deployment teams, resolving level issues for systems, coordinating on product design, and offering inputs on the testability of functional elements and product designs.

• Managing the final quality on production release.

• Advocate for testability, observability, and quality-driven design.

• Provide clear reporting on test coverage, quality risks, and automation health.

• Analyze failures and defects to identify root causes and prevent regressions.
  

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in software development, test automation, or SDET roles

• Strong proficiency in Kotlin (or Java with professional Kotlin experience)

• Experience building automation frameworks from scratch or extending existing ones

• Solid understanding of gray-box testing techniques

• Experience integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines

• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills

• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.