Software Development Engineer in Test — Retail Engineering
Core
Architect and maintain scalable automated test frameworks for backend services, REST APIs, SAP workflows, and web/mobile applications to ensure quality across Apple's retail ecosystem.
Role type
Senior SDET with technical leadership and architecture responsibilities
Builds
Scalable automated test frameworks, custom backend test tooling, and execution infrastructure
Domain
Retail eCommerce, Enterprise Integration, Test Automation
Required skills
Java, Spring Boot, REST Assured, Karate, Playwright, Selenium, Appium, XCUITest, CI/CD, SQL, NoSQL, Test Data Management, Risk Assessment, Cross-functional Coordination
Preferred skills
Python, Cloud Infrastructure (AWS/GCP/Azure), Kafka, RabbitMQ, AI/ML-assisted testing, Performance/Load Testing
Technologies
Java, Spring Boot, REST Assured, Karate, Playwright, Selenium, Appium, XCUITest, Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, SQL, NoSQL, Kafka, RabbitMQ, AWS, GCP, Azure
Responsibilities
Design and architect modular automated test frameworks; Build and integrate automation suites into CI/CD pipelines; Lead and coordinate testing efforts across multiple concurrent retail projects; Establish organization-wide QA standards and automation best practices; Partner with Product Managers and Developers to translate requirements into robust test strategies; Monitor quality metrics and provide actionable status reports to stakeholders.