An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Staff Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)!!

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Job ID: 35993

As a Staff Software Development Engineer in Test, you are responsible for engaging in the planning and design process, aligning customer needs with applications, reviewing product code, conducting performance, functional and regression testing, and curating test reports.

Who are we?

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: and

As our SDET, you’ll support HID’s success by:

• Architecting and implementing comprehensive test automation frameworks
• Defining testing standards and best practices
• Evaluating and selecting new testing tools and technologies
• Proactively identifying potential risks and proposing mitigation strategies
• Leading technical discussions and decision-making regarding testing
• Designing and developing robust test plans and cases for complex functionalities
• Creating performance, regression, integration and unit tests
• Managing test environments and data sets
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with Software Engineers, Product Owners and Stakeholders
• Engaging in code reviews to ensure quality and testability
• Cultivating a test mentality throughout Software Engineering
• Identifying, logging, and prioritizing defects resolution in software releases
• Tracking defect trends and reporting on quality metrics
• Communicating testing progress and issues to relevant parties clearly and concisely
• Mentoring QA team members
• Transitioning test auditing to the QA team
• Partnering with the QA team to drive the long-term software quality vision of the company
• Boosting software release quality confidence

Your Experience and Background include:

• Minimum of seven (7) years of proven experience as a Software Developer Engineer in Test
• Minimum of two (2) years in a mentor role
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, information systems, or a related field. Candidates with equivalent education, plus relevant work experience, may also be considered
• Expertise in test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cucumber, Junit, …)
• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner, …)
• A deep understanding of CI/CD tools, test automation and frameworks, containerization, and software development
• Deep understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proven ability to lead and mentor

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.