Sr.SDET-AI & Automation,D&T

Description
Work Location Logistics: This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite for 3 days per week.
Relocation: This position offers relocation assistance.
At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?
There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.
We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) – AI & Automation to lead the delivery of high-quality software through an automation-first, AI-enabled quality engineering approach.
This role owns end-to-end quality delivery, driving test strategy, automation frameworks, and execution across web, mobile, desktop, API, and data platforms. The candidate will be responsible for improving test coverage, release velocity, and product quality, while leading the team in adopting modern testing practices.
The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise, hands-on execution, and leadership capability, with the ability to design scalable frameworks and drive team execution.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Own and drive end-to-end quality delivery for assigned systems or modules
Define and implement automation-first testing strategy across UI, API, mobile, and desktop layers
Design, build, and maintain scalable, reusable automation frameworks (Playwright/API-first preferred)
Develop and execute automated and manual tests across:
Functional testing
API testing
Integration testing
Performance/load testing
Ensure comprehensive test coverage aligned with risk and business impact
Lead and guide team members in test execution, automation, and delivery
Drive improvements in:
Test execution efficiency
Automation coverage
Release cycle time
Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for continuous validation
Analyze defects and failures using logs, data, and structured debugging approaches
Implement shift-left and risk-based testing practices
Collaborate with Dev, Product, and DevOps to ensure testability and quality throughout lifecycle
Additional Responsibilities
Build or contribute to AI-assisted testing workflows (test generation, failure analysis, etc.)
Explore and implement automation accelerators, tools, and reusable utilities
Mentor and coach team members to improve automation and testing maturity
Drive adoption of best practices, standards, and reusable frameworks
Participate in planning, estimation, and delivery tracking
Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
Education
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science required
Shift
12PM to 9PM IST.
Work Experience
5–8 years of experience in software testing and quality engineering
Strong hands-on experience in:
Test automation development (UI + API)
Automation framework design and implementation
Experience working across web, mobile, and/or desktop applications
Solid experience in API testing and automation (REST-based systems)
Experience in performance or load testing concepts/tools
Proven experience in driving test execution and delivery within a team
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Strong programming experience in Java, Python, or JavaScript/TypeScript
Experience integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines
Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Experience with tools such as Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, Appium, RestAssured
Exposure to AI-assisted testing, prompt engineering, or LLM-based workflows
Experience with agent-based automation or MCP/context-driven systems
Familiarity with microservices architecture and distributed systems
Knowledge of performance testing tools (JMeter, etc.)
Understanding of test data management and environment management
Experience building internal QA tools or productivity accelerators
License and Certifications
ISTQB or equivalent certification preferred
Certifications in test automation, performance testing, or AI/ML fundamentals are a plus
Travel Requirements
10%: Up to 26 business days per year
Physical Requirements
Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
Additional Requirements
Strong ownership and accountability mindset
Ability to drive execution and delivery outcomes independently
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to influence cross-functional teams
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
Passion for building high-quality, scalable systems
West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com . Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.

Work arrangement
Hybrid