SDET Engineer

About Fortanix:  

In today's world, where data spreads across various clouds and devices, traditional security measures aren't enough. Businesses need a dynamic approach to defend against constant cyber threats and ensure agile data security. Fortanix leads the way in data-centric cybersecurity for hybrid multicloud environments, using advanced cryptography, encryption, and confidential AI solutions.  

As data breaches become more frequent and traditional defenses fall short, we focus on data exposure management to keep your information safe. Our unified data security platform addresses vulnerabilities in hybrid multicloud environments, defends against threats, and makes it easier to discover, assess, and fix data exposure risks. Whether implementing a Zero Trust model or preparing for the post-quantum computing era, we help businesses worldwide protect their most sensitive data, wherever it is. 

Our commitment to solving the world’s toughest data security challenges has earned Fortanix multiple Cybersecurity Excellence and Innovation Awards, as well as recognition from industry giants such as NVIDIA, Microsoft, Intel, ServiceNow, and Snowflake. 

Our team includes industry leaders and cryptography experts, creating a culture of trust, innovation and collaboration where every voice is valued. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, we're looking for passionate individuals to help us shape the future of data security and work towards a safer digital future

Job Description:

Fortanix seeks a talented and motivated Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join the India team. The SDET will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our platform by developing and executing comprehensive test plans and automated test suites. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test scripts  
• Collaborate with development and product teams to understand requirements and design test plans that ensure comprehensive coverage. 
• Execute automated and manual tests, analyze results, and report defects with clear and concise documentation. 
• Continuously improve test automation strategies and methodologies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the testing process. 
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to ensure adherence to best practices and high-quality code. 
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to integrate automated testing into the development workflow. 
• Monitor and analyze test results, identify trends, and drive improvements in product quality. 
• Mentor and guide junior team members in best practices for test automation and quality assurance. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) or similar role. 
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or C++. 
• Experience with test automation frameworks and tools like Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or similar. 
• Strong experience with modern test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright). 
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and processes, such as Jenkins, GitLab, or CircleCI. 
• Knowledge of performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling, Locust). 
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, including functional, performance, and security testing. 
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible). 
• Experience with API testing and tools 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. 

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with security testing and knowledge of security principles. 
• Experience with Rust programming language is a plus 
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). 
• Knowledge of data security concepts and protocols. 
• Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner. 
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and practices. 

• Hybrid Work Model
• 12 Annual Leaves & 12 Casual/Sick Leaves
• 8 Public Holidays + 2 Floating Holiday
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental Insurance Coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Group Life Insurance
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Internet Reimbursement
• Employee Stock Options
• Onsite Snacks, Lunches, and Dinners Provided
• Quarterly Beer Bashes & Year-End Celebrations

Fortanix is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace with equal opportunity for all applicants and teammates. Our goal is to recruit the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other status. If you’re interested in working in a fast growing, exciting working environment – we encourage you to apply!