Software Development Engineer in Test

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• Software development or test automation experience using a language such as Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, PowerShell, C#, Java, or similar
• Experience developing automated tests for software applications
• Familiarity with continuous integration and delivery concepts and tools such as Jenkins, CloudBees CI, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or similar
• Understanding of source control systems such as Git and common software development workflows
• Ability to troubleshoot common software, test automation, build, and environment problems
• Understanding of software testing practices including functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing
• Ability to work collaboratively with software engineers and other technical team members
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Windows desktop applications
• Experience with Electron or applications built using web technologies
• Experience with Windows packaging technologies such as MSI, WiX, NSIS, or similar
• Experience working with Jenkins or CloudBees CI pipelines
• Familiarity with Windows code signing and software publishing workflows
• Experience automating install, upgrade, uninstall, and application-startup scenarios
• Experience using virtual machines or other automated test environments
• Familiarity with enterprise Windows environments, device-management systems, corporate proxies, or restricted-user configurations
• Experience investigating intermittent or flaky automated tests

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing and maintaining test automation, CI/CD pipelines, desktop packaging, and release validation
• Collaborating with software engineers, product teams, and infrastructure teams to improve product quality and engineering productivity
• Participating in release-readiness activities, bug bashes, defect triage, and risk assessment

Perks & Benefits

• Hybrid working position based in Autodesk's Sheffield office
• Opportunity to work on a new desktop platform for Autodesk's web-based products
• Joining a new cross-functional platform team
• Collaborating in person with colleagues in Sheffield and remotely with teams across Autodesk