The Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated testing frameworks/solutions that ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of NJM’s business applications. The SDET will work closely with developers, quality engineers, and solution owners to embed quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test scripts for web, mobile, and API-based applications
Write robust, scalable, and reusable test code using industry-standard tools and programming languages
Collaborate with software engineers and quality engineers to define shift-left test approaches with automation embedded throughout the delivery cycle.
Participate in code reviews, providing feedback on testability, quality, and automation coverage
Execute and analyze automated, manual, regression, smoke, integration, and performance tests
Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous testing
Monitor test execution results and provide clear reporting on quality metrics
Contribute to test data management, environment setup, and test infrastructure improvements
Support users including training, mentoring and troubleshooting
Experience working in Agile development environments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
Required Qualifications:
7+ years of experience in software delivery, including 5+ years in Quality Engineering, software development and building test automation tools and frameworks
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent professional experience.
Strong foundation in Quality Engineering principles and advanced testing methodologies.
Hands-on experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, TestNG, JUnit, NUnit)
Experience testing APIs using tools/frameworks such as Postman, RestAssured, or similar
Strong experience with software testing and test automation methodologies
Expertise in at least one programming language such as Java, .Net, Python, C#, or JavaScript
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with performance and load testing tools like NeoLoad and JMeter
Experience with cloud platforms
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or container-based testing
Experience using AI tools and technology to assist with automated tests.
Knowledge of BDD frameworks
Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials.
Pay Range: $109,200-$126,922Eligible full-time employees receive a competitive Total Rewards package, including but not limited to a 401(k) with employer match up to 8% and additional service-based contributions, Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, Life and Disability coverage, generous PTO, Paid Sick Leave, and paid parental leave in addition to state-mandated leave. Employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
Legal Disclaimer: NJM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that is fully representative of the diversity that exists in the communities in which we do business.
Skills Required
- 7+ years of experience in software delivery including 5+ years in Quality Engineering
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent professional experience
- Hands-on experience with test automation tools
- Expertise in at least one programming language such as Java, .Net, Python, C#, or JavaScript
- Experience with version control systems such as Git
NJM Insurance Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about NJM Insurance Group and has not been reviewed or approved by NJM Insurance Group.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) match with additional company contributions, materially boosting total compensation. This component is presented as a core element of the total rewards offering.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options plus dental and vision, complemented by company-paid basic life insurance and disability protection. Wellness resources and assistance programs further support overall health needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes a first-year PTO allotment paired with paid/floating holidays and state-based paid sick leave. Paid parental leave references and adoption assistance indicate breadth for various family situations.
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What We Do
NJM is among the Mid-Atlantic's leading property and casualty insurers. Founded in 1913, NJM's mission is to provide value-based insurance solutions to its policyholders with the highest levels of service, integrity, and financial stewardship. The Company operates in a mutual fashion for the exclusive benefit of its policyholders. Headquartered in West Trenton, NJ, with offices in Hammonton and Parsippany, NJM employs nearly 2,500 workers. - 2019-2023 Forbes Best In-state Employer (Ranked #11 out of 89 NJ employers in 2023) - 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, certified by J.D. Power for providing "An Outstanding Auto Claims Experience" for personal lines customers* - 2018, 2019, & 2020 Clearsurance Customers’ Choice Top Ranked Insurance Companies - 2021 American Heart Association Gold Level Workplace Health Achievement - 2020 American Heart Association Silver Level Workplace Health Achievement - 2019 Forbes Best Mid-size Employers in the country *J.D. Power Auto Claims Certification Program℠ recognition is based on successful completion of an audit, exceeding a customer experience benchmark through a survey of recent claims servicing interactions, and a Financial Strength rating. For more information, visit jdpower.com.
