Simulation Software Development Engineer – Testing

About Gradera

Gradera defines a new category of enterprise transformation called Software-Orchestrated Services™ - where software orchestrates human expertise, digital workers, and enterprise systems to deliver governed outcomes at scale. As an AI Native Services firm, we help enterprises redesign how work gets done across operations, product, engineering, customer experience, data, and enterprise workflows to move beyond fragmented AI pilots and disconnected automation toward measurable business outcomes.

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a high-caliber Senior Test Analyst to join our Digital Twin Platform and Simulation team. In this role, you will be the technical anchor for the quality squad, ensuring that our simulation-ready platforms are built to the highest standards of engineering excellence. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional who can work independently to ensure the reliability and accuracy of our digital twin ecosystem.

OUR CORE QUALITY STACK

Automation & UI Testing

· Playwright (Preferred) or Selenium for robust UI automation

· JavaScript/TypeScript or Java for writing scalable test scripts

· Cypress exposure for end-to-end integration testing

API & Functional Testing

· Postman or RestAssured for comprehensive API validation

· Browser Developer Tools for performance and network-level debugging

· Accessibility Testing tools (Axe, Lighthouse) for WCAG compliance

Test Management & Tracking

· Jira for defect tracking and lifecycle management

· TestRail or Azure DevOps for test case design and execution tracking

· Confluence for documenting test strategies and triaging reports

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Low-Level Design (LLD) for Testing: Design detailed test scenarios and automated test scripts that map directly to high-level architectural requirements.

· Test Case Design: Create highly granular functional and non-functional test cases that cover complex simulation logic and data visualization edge cases.

· UI & Regression Testing: Develop and maintain automated UI regression suites using Playwright or Selenium to ensure platform stability across releases.

· API Validation: Perform deep-dive API testing to ensure data integrity between microservices and the frontend digital twin interface.

· Defect Management & Triaging: Lead defect triaging sessions, performing root cause analysis (RCA) and working closely with developers to prioritize and resolve issues.

· Accessibility & UX Testing: Ensure the digital twin platform meets global accessibility standards and provides a seamless user experience across different devices.

· Standards Enforcement: Maintain rigorous documentation for test results and ensure all quality processes align with the standards defined by the Architects.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· 4 to 6 years of professional experience in software quality assurance and testing.

· Proven ability to work independently and lead the quality effort for complex features.

· Strong hands-on experience in UI Automation using Playwright or Selenium.

· Deep proficiency in API Testing and understanding of microservices communication.

· Track record of designing comprehensive test suites for high-scale web applications.

· Strong experience in defect tracking, reporting, and leading triage meetings.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE

· Take full ownership of the quality lifecycle for specific modules, from initial test planning to final sign-off.

· Experience testing Digital Twin, GIS-based, or Simulation platforms.

· Familiarity with real-time data testing (WebSockets or streaming data).

· Knowledge of Performance Testing concepts for data-heavy dashboards.

· Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.

· Exposure to industrial domains such as Manufacturing, Logistics, or Transportation is a plus.