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SpyCloud · 4 months ago

Staff Software Developer in Test (SDET)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

SpyCloud is on a mission to disrupt the cycle of cybercrime, providing solutions that protect over 4 billion accounts worldwide. The Staff Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) will lead the development of automated testing frameworks and strategies, ensuring the highest quality of software products while integrating AI capabilities into QA workflows.

Cyber SecurityFraud DetectionNetwork SecuritySoftware

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Architect, design, and lead the development of automated test scripts and frameworks

Ensure comprehensive test coverage using both traditional automation and AI-powered test generation from product requirements and user stories

Adopt self-healing automation frameworks that adapt to UI and API changes automatically

Leverage off-the-shelf AI tools (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, cloud AI APIs) for data validation and scenario creation

Define and execute organization-wide AI-enhanced testing strategies, covering functional, regression, performance, and security testing

Leverage AI tools for risk-based test prioritization, automated defect triaging, and AI-assisted root cause analysis to accelerate resolution times

Establish data-driven QA metrics informed by AI-generated insights

Collaborate with development, product, and operations teams to ensure AI-driven quality enhancements are integrated early in the lifecycle

Communicate AI-driven quality improvements, results, and strategic priorities effectively to stakeholders

Evaluate and recommend emerging AI testing tools that provide clear ROI

Define the roadmap for scalable, AI-assisted test environments, including synthetic data generation for realistic, privacy-safe testing scenarios

Integrate AI-powered anomaly detection for proactive environment health checks

Mentor engineers across multiple teams, including senior engineers, on AI-assisted testing techniques, prompt engineering, and intelligent test design

Lead company-wide AI-focused quality initiatives

Run workshops on practical AI usage in testing

Foster a culture where AI is used as a practical accelerator rather than an over-complication

Qualification

Test Automation DevelopmentAI-assisted testing toolsAutomation frameworksProgramming skillsAgile delivery modelsAnalytical skillsDebugging skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsMentorship

Required

8+ years of experience in software testing and test automation

Proven experience architecting automation frameworks and applying a well-rounded set of testing practices, including UI, unit, integration, and performance testing. Experience with both traditional approaches and AI-assisted tools is valued

Experience testing web applications, APIs, and databases, ensuring comprehensive coverage through both manual and automated strategies

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience

Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, TypeScript, or Golang

Expertise in automation frameworks, AI-assisted testing tools, and Agile delivery models

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills

Excellent communication skills, including presenting AI-driven quality insights to senior stakeholders

Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively