Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
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Company Description
Showtime Consulting is a leading provider of Shielded Cloud and Digital Solutions. Based in Australia and New Zealand, we specialise in delivering secure, enterprise-scale technology solutions across highly regulated environments. Our expertise spans cloud platforms, software engineering, DevSecOps, automation, and digital transformation, supporting both commercial and government clients.
We partner with major organisations to deliver high-quality technology outcomes through modern engineering practices, automation, and continuous improvement. Our focus is on building trusted partnerships and delivering solutions that drive long-term business value.
The Role
We are seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with 4+ years of experience to join a high-performing engineering team focused on delivering scalable, high-quality software solutions.
This is a hands-on technical role suited to someone with a strong software engineering mindset and a passion for quality. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks and test solutions while working closely with developers, product owners, and QA teams to embed quality throughout the software delivery lifecycle.
The role offers the opportunity to work across modern .NET applications, APIs, cloud platforms, and CI/CD environments, helping drive automation maturity and continuous testing practices.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain automated testing frameworks and test suites using C# and .NET.
Develop automated tests across UI, API, integration, and end-to-end testing layers.
Collaborate with developers, product owners, and QA teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the SDLC.
Build and maintain API automation solutions for RESTful services.
Create SQL queries for test validation, test data management, and database verification.
Integrate automated testing into Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines.
Participate in code reviews, defect triage, and root-cause analysis activities.
Improve automation coverage, execution reliability, and testing efficiency.
Support Agile delivery practices and continuous testing initiatives.
Contribute to automation strategy, framework enhancements, and quality engineering best practices.
What You'll Need
Strong programming experience using C# and .NET/.NET Core.
Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Playwright, Selenium, or similar frameworks.
Experience with testing frameworks such as NUnit, xUnit, or MSTest.
Strong understanding of REST APIs, JSON, HTTP protocols, and API automation testing.
Good SQL skills with experience performing database validation and test data management.
Experience working with Azure, Azure DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines.
Experience using Git and modern version control practices.
Strong understanding of software engineering principles, object-oriented programming, and Agile methodologies.
Experience with SpecFlow, Cucumber, or other BDD frameworks is advantageous.
Exposure to Docker, microservices, and cloud-native applications is desirable.
Experience with performance testing and test reporting tools is beneficial.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
Proactive mindset with a strong focus on quality, automation, and continuous improvement.
Why Join Us?
Work on modern cloud-native applications and enterprise technology platforms.
Collaborate with experienced software engineers, testers, and technical leaders.
Help shape automation practices and quality engineering standards across delivery teams.
Gain exposure to Azure, CI/CD, automation frameworks, and modern engineering practices.
Join a consulting culture focused on innovation, engineering excellence, and continuous improvement.
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