Software Development In Test

Job Title Software Development in Test - 3 Location Bangalore On-site full-time About Locus Battle-tested in 350 deployments across 30 countries Locus is an agentic Transportation Management System for all-mile all-channel trusted by enterprises like Unilever Nestle and Siam Makro The platform unifies orders capacity and carrier networks into one living plan aligning planning execution and settlement so promises become proof AI co-pilots with guardrails surface risk early and recommend the next best move to protect SLAs and reduce empty miles In 2025 Locus joined the Ingka Group IKEA Retail family marking a major milestone in our journey Backed by the scale and strength of IKEA we continue to operate independently while accelerating our mission to make global supply chains faster smarter and more sustainable Our Journey and Impact Since 2015 Locus has been on a mission to make logistics decision-making intelligent sustainable and real-world ready Our platform has powered billions of deliveries across 30 countries for global enterprises driving measurable impact in cost savings carbon reduction and SLA performance With the strength of the IKEA ecosystem behind us we re scaling that impact even further Our Global Footprint Headquartered in Bangalore with teams across the U S U K UAE and Southeast Asia Locus brings together 170 engineers designers and problem-solvers united by a single goal to reinvent how the world moves goods Traits We Value We look for people who are Global in mindset curious about diverse markets and ideas Unrelenting in drive energized by complex challenges Intelligent in approach analytical creative and thoughtful Dynamic in execution adaptive and decisive in fast-moving contexts Exact in craft detail-oriented and committed to excellence About the Role As a SDET- 3 at Locus you will play a critical role in driving the quality and reliability of our platform This role goes beyond traditional testing you will design develop and enhance automated test frameworks ensure seamless integration of quality engineering practices and mentor team members to establish a quality-first culture Key Responsibilities Automation Framework Design and Development Architect develop and maintain robust test automation frameworks for backend APIs and frontend components Ensure the frameworks are scalable reusable and aligned with the latest industry standards Test Strategy and Planning Collaborate with product managers developers and DevOps to define comprehensive test strategies for new features and system enhancements Own the end-to-end testing lifecycle from requirement analysis to test case creation execution and reporting Drive better QA practices In areas Like defect creation Capturing scope of feature Sign offs matrix of coverage in functional and automation etc Quality Advocacy and Best Practices Drive the adoption of best practices in testing coding standards and CI CD processes across teams Act as a champion of quality by fostering a quality-first mindset and instilling a culture of rigorous testing Test Execution and Debugging Conduct functional performance and security testing ensuring the product meets the highest quality standards Debug complex issues and work closely with developers to identify and resolve root causes Continuous Improvement Analyze test results and metrics to identify areas for improvement in testing processes and product quality Contribute to the development and enhancement of monitoring and alerting systems to proactively address production issues Mentorship and Collaboration Mentor and guide junior SDETs and quality engineers sharing knowledge and expertise to elevate the team s capabilities Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure quality is integrated into every stage of the development process Develop a good understanding of velocity in teams and across the org and work towards removing roadblocks to improve release velocity Qualifications 4 - 7 years of experience in software testing with at least 3 years focused on test automation Proficiency in programming languages such as Java Python or JavaScript Hands-on experience with test automation tools and frameworks for Web and API automation like Selenium Appium TestNG JUnit or similar Exp of working on any AI enabled testing tools or frameworks is a plus Expertise in API testing and automation using tools like Postman RestAssured or equivalent Familiarity with performance testing tools such as JMeter or Gatling DevOps and CI CD Experience with CI CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins GitLab CI CD or GitHub Actions Knowledge of Docker Kubernetes and cloud platforms AWS GCP or Azure is a plus Strong debugging skills and the ability to identify root causes of issues quickly Excellent communication collaboration and leadership skills Experience in testing large-scale distributed systems Knowledge of security testing and tools like OWASP ZAP or Burp Suite Exposure to machine learning models and their testing challenges What We Offer Join Locus and become part of a visionary team that is redefining logistics through innovation and smart distribution We provide competitive compensation comprehensive benefits and a collaborative environment where your expertise will drive both your growth and that of the organization Locus is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace