Sr.SDET-AI & Automation,D&T

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