Lead I, Software Development Engineer in Test

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 11 The Role: Lead I, Software Development Engineer in Test The Team: The Quality Engineering team works in partnership with other Technology Functions and the Business to ensure quality delivery of our products. The team works in an Agile environment and is located globally. The team is independent in driving all decisions and is responsible for continuously improving customer experience, revenue growth and operations enablement through quick turn-around of development of our products with high quality. The Impact: As a Lead I, SDET, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the quality and reliability of our core backend persistence services. Your expertise will ensure that these foundational services not only meet rigorous quality standards but also support the seamless development of applications across the wider enterprise. By adopting an automation-first approach, you will drive efficiencies and enhance the testing processes, enabling our teams to deliver high-quality software at an accelerated pace. What's in it for you: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead SDET to join our team as an individual contributor. This role is focused on ensuring the quality and reliability of distributed systems through comprehensive automated testing strategies, including unit, functional, performance, and integration testing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in testing backend and API software developed in C# on modern .NET (8+), along with familiarity with Linux environments. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement testing strategies for unit, functional, performance, and integration testing specifically for distributed systems. Develop and maintain automated test scripts for backend and API software using C# on .NET 8+. Collaborate with technical and product leads to incorporate test automation practices into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Utilize modern test automation frameworks and tools to ensure high-quality software delivery. Conduct performance testing and analyze system behavior under various load conditions. Identify, document, and track defects, ensuring timely resolution and verification. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in quality assurance and testing methodologies. Advocate for and implement Behavior Driven Development (BDD) frameworks to enhance collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior quality engineers on testing best practices and methodologies. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in quality assurance and testing, preferred with a focus on distributed systems. Strong proficiency in unit testing, functional testing, and integration testing methodologies. Experience with backend and API testing in C# on modern .NET (8+). Familiarity with Linux environments and command-line tools. Knowledge of modern test automation practices and frameworks, with a commitment to automation-first as a baseline. Experience with BDD frameworks is a plus. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams. What's In It For You? Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence. Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals. Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global. Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families. Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference. For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets. Recruitment Fraud Alert: If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com . 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