Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join our Technology team. This role is critical in driving our commitment to quality by designing, developing, and maintaining robust test automation frameworks for our core web software. The successful candidate will leverage deep technical expertise to integrate quality assurance seamlessly into the development lifecycle.

Job Description

This job is not a fully remote position. We value collaboration and communication among our team members, so we expect the developer to work in our office in Draper, Utah a minimum of 3 days a week. The exact schedule and frequency can be discussed during the interview process. Please apply only if you are able to commute to our location. Thank you for your interest in joining us!

Desired Skills & Experience

Requirements:

• Lead the test strategy and own the quality of entire product features, designing complex, scalable test plans.
• Architect, develop, and maintain advanced test automation frameworks for UI, API, and integration testing using Python, Playwright, or Cypress.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Development, Product, DevOps) to integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., using GitHub Actions or Jenkins).
• Participate in code reviews with a focus on code quality, testability, and efficient implementation.
• Develop and manage complex test environments and applications on the AWS platform.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to other quality assurance team members on testing best practices and framework usage.
• Perform advanced debugging and root cause analysis for critical production and development issues.
• Continuously research and advocate for new tools and emerging technologies to enhance our quality engineering processes, including performance and security testing tools.
• Provide recommendations to the product based on insights learned from testing the software and through feedback received from users.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• At least 3+ years of professional experience in software development and test automation.
• Expert proficiency in Python for backend testing and utilities.
• Strong experience with modern UI testing frameworks like Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium.
• Experience with web development technologies including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/TypeScript for front-end testing.
• Familiarity with deploying test automations to cloud services such as AWS.
• Experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases for data validation and test environment setup.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to independently learn and solve complex, ambiguous problems with minimal supervision.

Company Description:

Scalar is the leading independent valuation firm for tax, financial reporting, transaction advisory, and litigation purposes. Scalar is headquartered in Draper, Utah, and is a world-class financial firm that combines the highest level of service and quality with the energy and efficiency of a startup.

We have a driven, ambitious team of highly qualified professionals and our culture fully embodies a work hard, play hard mentality and it’s not uncommon to find our team mountain biking Corner Canyon or playing ultimate Frisbee. We also offer flexible work schedules, all you can eat food, snacks, and sodas, and provide company lunches Wednesdays and Fridays. 401K, HSA, Health, Life, Dental, Vision benefits available.