Software Development in Test (SDET)

About WPP Production We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. com .

A Hybrid working model We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around three days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

What does a Software Development Engineer in Test do at WPP Production? We are seeking an experienced Software Development Engineer in Test to help pioneer the creation of large-scale automation solutions.

Responsibilities

include developing tools, updating frameworks, executing and maintaining automation scripts, working with QA Leads to support projects, and interfacing with development teams. Hands-on experience with Content Management, Digital asset management systems, and scalable, dynamic rendering engines is a great plus. You will collaborate with a group of hard-working engineers to deliver test automation solutions.

: Design and develop automation projects including, initial concept, design

Requirements

, system architecture, and test plans Work closely with the development team on the design and implementation of new features and libraries for automation frameworks Developing test automation for web and mobile applications (iOS and Android) Build test automation infrastructure and test libraries to automate testing end-to-end from deployment, test execution, and reporting test results Identify, design, and implement improvements to the current architecture. This may include internal process improvements, automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery, reducing cost, re-designing infrastructure for greater reliability, etc. Build self-service tools, APIs, and scripts for continuous end-to-end test automation which will be used across multiple teams Drive increased test automation coverage and reporting in all areas.

Collaborate with the teams to identify efficiencies and process improvements at all levels and automate routine tasks Maintaining the current automation framework and automated test case repositories.

: Solid understanding of Quality Assurance principles and methodologies 5+ years of hands-on software development using JavaScript, Node.js, Mocha, Jest, Selenium Web Driver, and related technologies Proven track record of building automation frameworks for different levels of testing: unit, integration, end-to-end Advanced understanding of modern front-end frameworks such as Vue.js, React, Angular Strong understanding of CMS, Databases, Web Services, XML, HTML, CSS, and DOMelements Experience building automation for dynamic data-driven applications Experience with GitLab and continuous integration build systems such as Jenkins Ability to analyze complex enterprise systems and multi-tier applications Deal well with ambiguous/undefined problems Showing creativity and initiative to improve product test coverage and effectiveness Good attitude towards collaboration and