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Senior Software Developer in Test, Air Defense

Anduril· AFS : Air Defense Engineering : Software Engineering
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Irvine, CA$129k - $171kFull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Senior SDET focusing on automated testing of backend systems, real-time data processing, and command & control software for Anduril’s Air Defense FoS. Requires designing and maintaining test frameworks, integrating automation into CI/CD, and collaborating across functional teams to ensure mission-critical reliability and security.

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain scalable test automation frameworks for backend systems, APIs, and distributed components.
  • Build and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate testing and deployments in secure cloud environments.
  • Develop and execute test strategies, including functional, integration, performance, and reliability testing.
  • Conduct end-to-end testing of complete software stacks in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Troubleshoot system issues using advanced Linux expertise, log analysis, and network debugging.
  • Configure and manage test environments, including virtualized and containerized setups.
  • Document test results, findings, and resolutions for knowledge sharing and compliance.

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of experience as an SDET or Test Automation Engineer, focusing on backend systems, APIs, and microservices.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
  • Proficiency in developing test automation frameworks using modern programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Go, C#).
  • Experience creating and managing CI/CD pipelines.
  • Advanced expertise in Linux, including scripting, system configuration, and log analysis.
  • Experience testing complex distributed systems and cloud-native applications.
  • Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills for cross-functional teamwork.
  • Familiarity with defect tracking and test management tools (e.g., Jira, TestRail).
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance (U.S. Citizenship may be required).

Skills

Required:Backend test automationCI/CDLinuxDistributed systems testingCross-functional collaboration

Benefits

  • Comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees).
  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including health and recovery support.
Last updated Aug 19, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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