It Starts Here:
Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry and is evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey and together we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking innovation and the courage to challenge whats possible. This is more than a strategic shift. Its a chance for driven professionals to grow learn and make a real difference.
If you are interested in exploring the possibilities We Want to Talk to You!
The Difference You Make:
***This is an onsite role located in Quincy MA***
The Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) is responsible for ensuring the quality reliability and performance of applications through automation technical testing and deep collaboration with engineering teams. SDETs combine software development skills with quality engineering practices to design build and maintain automated test frameworks tools and test suites across UI API backend and integrated systems for high availability secure regulated financial platforms. They participate throughout the SDLC from design to deployment to ensure testability accelerate releases and drive an automation-first quality culture.
Analyze requirements to design test plans test cases and test acceptance criteria.
Perform and support wide range of functional and non-functional testing types including automated functional and feature testing regression integration system compatibility API and performance tests.
Develop and maintain automated test scripts and reusable frameworks tools utilities (UI/API/backend/mobile)
Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines and support continuous testing (Shift left/right)
Identify log and report defects; support root-cause analysis; perform manual tests when needed to cover critical paths or exploratory tests.
Write SQL queries for backend data flow and APIs validation.
Collaborate with developers product architecture vendors and engineering teams to ensure testability.
Support test environment setup automated test data creation and test-to-production migration.
Prepare test documentation metrics and quality reports.
Apply QA methodologies best practices shift left/right risk-based testing standards and automation maturity.
Use AI/LLM tools for test case generation automation impact analysis optimization classification and documentation
Develop deep understanding of supported business processes and related applications.
Perform additional duties as needed to support on going delivery of high quality apps.
What You Bring:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience: Computer Science Software Engineering or equivalent field. - Required.
9 Years Lead experience. - Required.
9 Years Experience developing test strategies test plans and test cases. - Required.
9 Years Experience with CI/CD methodologies and continuous integration systems. - Required.
3 Years Experience developing test strategies test plans and test cases. - Required
Create and execute test cases; prepare test setups.
Conduct regression testing and log/report defects.
Research/resolve basic production support cases.
Engage with development for clarifications and issue resolution.
Use AI tools for basic tests creation documentation and analysis.
Programming or scripting experience (Java Python JS C# or similar)
Automation tools/frameworks: Selenium Cypress Playwright Appium REST-Assured JMeter etc.
Strong understanding of QA methodologies testing lifecycle and SDLC.
Agile methodology DevSecOps exposure along with CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions Azure DevOps Jenkins etc..
SQL proficiency; ability to test web apps APIs and systems with minimal UI.
Experience with JIRA/ALM/Xray or similar tools.
Comfort using AI-powered testing tools copilots and analysis utilities.
Strong analytical communication documentation and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage workload collaborate in Agile teams effectively and work independently.
Certifications:
No Certifications listed for this job.
It Would Be Nice For You To Have:
Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience training military service or education.
Experience in Microsoft Office products.
Knowledge of QA concepts and test lifecycle.
Basic SQL; familiarity with ALM/JIRA.
Basic understanding of mobile development languages (Java/Objective-C/Swift/C#).
Strong ability to learn quickly and meet deadlines.
What Else You Need To Know:
The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt) the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills experience training licensure and certifications and location.
Base Pay Range:
Minimum:
$93750.00 USDMaximum:
We Value Your Impact:
Your contribution matters and its recognized. You can expect a fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. We know rewards go beyond numbers. Offering more than just a paycheck our benefits are designed to support you your family and your well-being now and into the future. Santander Benefits - 2026 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide ()
Risk Culture:
We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.
EEO Statement:
At Santander we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Working Conditions:
Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting standingand walking is required for this role. Depending on location occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.
Employer Rights:
This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.
What To Do Next:
If this sounds like a role you are interested in then please apply.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
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