Software Development Engineer in Test, Java

Applied Materials

. Design and develop test automation strategies and plans aligned with product requirements .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeChennai • IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in designing and developing test automation strategies using Core Java, with a strong focus on enhancing automation frameworks and methodologies. Demonstrates expertise in debugging, analyzing requirements, and executing test scenarios in Agile/Scrum environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Core Java ProgrammingTest Automation FrameworksSelenium/PlaywrightAgile/Scrum DevelopmentDebugging Skills

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Hard Skills

Test Automation StrategiesAutomation CodeTest PlansUnit Testing FrameworksTestNGApplication ArchitectureSystem IntegrationsWhite-Box TestingGray-Box TestingSoftware Design Principles

Soft Skills

CommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

DevOps ToolsCI/CD Pipelines

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

SDETAutomation CoverageFunctional RequirementsNon-Functional RequirementsAutomation Failures

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaSelenium

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop test automation strategies and plans aligned with product requirements
Analyze manual QA strategies and propose enhanced automation coverage
Design and implement improvements to the test automation framework
Write clean, maintainable, and reusable automation code in Core Java
Create and execute test automation scenarios for functional and non-functional requirements
Research and evaluate new automation tools, technologies, and best practices
Decompose requirements to design and implement automated testing approaches
Investigate and resolve automation failures by identifying root causes
Understand software internals and debug complex issues
Communicate with internal customers to understand project requirements
Develop software documentation and test procedures
Troubleshoot software problems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or equivalent
6–10 years of proven experience as an SDET or in software development
Strong proficiency in Core Java programming
Hands-on experience with automation frameworks such as Selenium/Playwright
Experience with unit testing frameworks such as TestNG
Expertise in creating and enhancing test plans, methodologies, and frameworks
Ability to translate functional and non-functional requirements into test scenarios
Solid understanding of application architecture and system integrations
Strong debugging skills and ability to isolate defects effectively
Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments
Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines is a plus
Exposure to white-box and gray-box testing
Understanding of software design principles

Benefits

Comp & perks

Supportive work culture encouraging learning, development, and career growth
Programs and support for employee health and wellbeing
Personal and professional growth support
Relocation eligible
10% travel