SDET Architect

embedding automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, plus client-facing consulting experience influencing senior stakeholders and shaping a test strategy roadmap.

Open to work from Pune or Bengaluru location

Own the systems and integration testing strategy across polyglot components (C++, Java, Python), architecting suites that validate behaviour across service and process boundaries.

Design, build and maintain the test automation framework in Python/pytest the backbone of how we test using AI-assisted development tools (including Claude) to accelerate framework development and maintenance.

Embed systems and integration tests into CI/CD pipelines, so breaking changes are caught before they reach production.

Apply contract testing (e.g.

Pact) selectively where it adds real value, as a complement to not a replacement for — the systems/integration test strategy.

Partner directly with client engineering leaders to diagnose quality gaps, and propose and drive adoption of the tools, frameworks and practices that close them.

Mentor and upskill engineers on Python/pytest test engineering and integration testing best practice, raising the quality bar across the wider team.

Define and evolve the test automation roadmap for the engagement, balancing coverage, speed and maintainability.

Proven experience as a Test Architect, Principal SDET or similar, having designed and led systems/integration testing strategy for complex, distributed, polyglot systems.

Strong, hands-on Python skills with deep pytest expertise this is the language and framework the test suite is built on.

A track record of testing across service and process boundaries in polyglot environments.

Comfortable reading (and ideally writing) C++ and Java, since the systems under test span both alongside Python.

Enthusiasm for using AI coding assistants such as Claude to build and maintain test tooling and frameworks.

Some exposure to contract testing (e.g.

Pact) is a nice to have, and not the focus of the role.

embedding automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.

Confidence operating as a client-facing consultant: comfortable influencing senior technical stakeholders and shaping strategy, not just executing against a backlog.

Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate testing strategy into business outcomes for both engineers and clients.

Working at ClearRoute We have grown from six founders to 180+ people across five countries in three years, and what sets us apart isn't the pace, it's how we grow.

Real flexibility, in practice.

We trust you to perform at your best and still have a life outside of work, with genuine hybrid working, a home office budget, an open feedback culture where your voice shapes decisions, and time off when life needs it (birthday included).

When ClearRoute wins, you win.

We offer profit share so success is shared, meaningful recognition for great work, and benefits that look after you and your family, including private healthcare, competitive salary benchmarking, and a confidential employee assistance program covering counselling, mental health support, and financial wellbeing.

A community you'll genuinely want to be part of.

Interest based communities like running and book clubs, Women in Tech group, monthly socials, and cross regional events bring people together across the company.

An inclusive, collaborative culture where you don't need to conform to succeed, where people support one another and feel comfortable being themselves.

Where meaningful work meets real growth.

You will tackle complex, real world problems at the forefront of platform engineering, AI, security, and scalable systems.

Your growth is supported by learning budgets, Udemy access, a clear career framework, internal mobility, and thought leadership opportunities that take your impact beyond ClearRoute.

At ClearRoute, we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes, and inclusion creates the conditions for everyone to thrive.

We are proud to have built a family friendly working environment and have many employees who have caring responsibilities alongside work.

We welcome applications from people who require flexibility and will be happy to discuss needs on an individual basis.

We are committed to fostering a culture where all team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work.

We celebrate individuality and our differences and understand that some differences may mean that you require changes made to the interview process.

We are happy to cater to your needs to make the interview accessible, if this is something you require please let us know by emailing us at join@clearroute.io