SDET 3

Location: Bangalore

Department: 5020 - R&D Software (GQP)

About the role:

Are you passionate about software quality, security, and being a member of a high-impact team? Join Black Duck, a leader in application security, where we deliver intelligent, context-aware risk management solutions. We seek a Software Engineer - SDET 3 to contribute into the QA Automation strategy, mentor engineers, suggest and implement improvements to our overall QA process, and safeguard code quality for the Continuous Dynamic product line. 

Key responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the QA Automation Engineering team & Lead to define testing strategies and ensure code quality for the Continuous Dynamic product line through comprehensive manual, automated, and exploratory testing of web applications.
• Provide mentorship to other junior QA Engineers while coordinating and assigning work for the Automation team.
• Responsibilities include creating and refining automated tests, validating product quality in pre‑prod and production, and managing our growing portfolio of automation workflows.
• Understand and leverage container technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker, in a continuous integration lifecycle.
• Partner cross‑functionally to perform acceptance, regression, usability, and exploratory testing to ensure product quality and enhance the user experience.

Mandatory skills and experience:

• 8+ years’ experience in a technical, hands-on QA role, focusing on web applications, in an Agile/Scrum setting.

Demonstrate expertise in the following areas:

• Programming/coding concepts, advanced Linux command line scripting, and at least one scripting language (Python).
• Automated and manual testing of web applications.
• Troubleshooting/working with containerized services (Kubernetes, Docker).
• At least one of the Web automation frameworks (preferably Selenium Webdriver and Robot Framework).
• Exhibit advanced expertise in acceptance, regression, exploratory, and usability testing, providing strategic guidance on test approaches and driving quality across complex product areas.
• Leverage deep knowledge of defect‑tracking systems such as JIRA, Bugzilla, or equivalent platforms to lead efficient triage processes, optimize workflows, and ensure high‑quality issue management across teams.
• Excellent troubleshooting, defect reporting, planning, and communication skills are required.
• Strong experience in API testing and automation using Postman.
• Experience with version control software (preferably GIT).
• Must be a team player and possess a desire for building consensus.
• BA/BS Degree in an Engineering, or related field; or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
• Experience creating test cases based on design documentation (knowledge of TestLink is a plus).
• Experience with continuous integration.
• Exposure to security testing or application security tools is a plus.