Job Description We are seeking a mid‑to‑senior level SDET to build, deploy, and validate data‑driven services that run in Kubernetes and integrate with Kafka. This role is split between hands‑on development and deployment (~50%) and end‑to‑end (E2E) testing and validation (~50%) to ensure production‑grade quality and clear visibility for business stakeholders. You will work closely with a Scrum Master, participate in daily standups, and help create and refine user stories to deliver incremental value every sprint. Primary Responsibilities of the role is to support testing and development efforts: a. Preparing environment for testing b. Preparing the environment with test data c. Participating in the E2E test activity d. Periodically updating the PM on the testing progress especially on the blockers e. Communicating the failed cases with the developer to get them fixed f. Building APIs using Python FastAPI framework g. Building processing pipelines (similar to Enterprise Application Integration ‘low-code’ tools) - Training will be provided Responsibilities include: - Design, code, and review Python services and data workflows; prepare code for deployment to production Kubernetes environments (developer‑side ownership, not cluster admin). - Build and maintain Kafka producers/consumers and related stream processing components. - Own E2E testing and validation of deployed features and data flows; verify functional and non‑functional acceptance to ensure readiness for production. - Collaborate in Agile ceremonies (daily 10:00 a.m. ET standups, sprint planning, reviews, retros) with your Scrum Master and teammates; author/refine user stories and acceptance criteria. - Coordinate test execution with a project‑level Test Coordinator who provides test cases; execute, observe, and explain defects clearly with strong root‑cause narratives in Rally. - Communicate status and risks proactively to business stakeholders; produce crisp updates on test outcomes, defects, and go/no‑go readiness. - Contribute to standards for API design, coding practices, and CI/CD hygiene in GitHub (branching, PRs, code reviews, and release tagging). Compensation: $25-35/hour Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. 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Skills and Requirements - Experienced SDET - 5+ years professional experience writing production Python code. - Kafka experience building and operating producers/consumers and event‑driven workflows. - Kubernetes deployments to production (application deployment perspective; not cluster administration). - Hands‑on with GitHub repositories, pull requests, code reviews, and release workflows. - Experience designing and consuming APIs (REST/gRPC) including authentication, pagination, and versioning. - Proficiency with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases (schema design, indexing, performance basics). - Demonstrated end‑to‑end testing ownership in an Agile environment; ability to interpret externally written test cases, validate outcomes, and explain defects clearly (Rally preferred). - Soft skills: 5+ years professional experience writing production Python code. Kafka experience building and operating producers/consumers and event‑driven workflows. Kubernetes deployments to production (application deployment perspective; not cluster administration). Hands‑on with GitHub repositories, pull requests, code reviews, and release workflows. Experience designing and consuming APIs (REST/gRPC) including authentication, pagination, and versioning. Proficiency with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases (schema design, indexing, performance basics). Demonstrated end‑to‑end testing ownership in an Agile environment; ability to interpret externally written test cases, validate outcomes, and explain defects clearly (Rally preferred). Soft skills: big picture systems thinking, curiosity, and proactive questioning—able to see beyond assigned tasks, understand upstream/downstream impacts, and engage stakeholders with clarity and confidence (this is not a transactional/entry‑level role)