Software Quality Engineering has become one of the most critical functions in modern product development. Organizations today are investing heavily in automation, API testing, CI/CD, and performance engineering to deliver secure, scalable, and high-quality applications. If you’re an experienced Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) or QA Engineer looking to work on enterprise-grade software, Gurucul is currently expanding its Quality Engineering team in Pune. This opportunity is ideal for professionals who enjoy building automation frameworks, testing APIs, improving release quality, and working in Agile product development environments. ๐
๐ Job Overview
๐ข Company: Gurucul
๐ผ Open Positions:
- Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
- QA Engineer
๐ Location: Pune (On-site)
๐จโ๐ป Experience Required: - QA Engineer: 3โ5 Years
- SDET: 4โ8 Years
๐ข Employment Type: Full-Time
๐ข About Gurucul
Gurucul is a leading cybersecurity and security analytics company specializing in Next-Generation SIEM, User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA), Identity Security, Risk Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, and Threat Detection. The company helps global enterprises detect insider threats, advanced cyberattacks, fraud, and security risks using AI-driven analytics.
Its products are trusted by organizations across financial services, healthcare, government, manufacturing, and other critical industries. Working at Gurucul provides engineers with exposure to enterprise-scale cloud applications, modern software engineering practices, DevSecOps, AI-powered products, and highly scalable platforms.
๐ Why This Role is Great for Experienced Professionals
Joining Gurucul offers several career advantages for Quality Engineering professionals.
- ๐ Opportunity to work on enterprise cybersecurity products.
- ๐ค Build advanced automation frameworks.
- โก Work with modern CI/CD pipelines.
- ๐ Exposure to API automation and cloud-native applications.
- ๐ Strong career growth into Technical Lead or Automation Architect roles.
- ๐ง Collaborate with highly experienced software engineers.
- ๐ Gain exposure to enterprise-scale product development.
- ๐ Continuous learning and skill enhancement.
- ๐ผ Work in an Agile engineering culture.
- ๐ Contribute to products used by global enterprises.
๐ผ Key Responsibilities
๐น SDET
- โ Design and build scalable automation frameworks.
- โ Develop API automation solutions.
- โ Perform performance engineering.
- โ Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines.
- โ Improve automation coverage.
- โ Optimize test execution.
- โ Collaborate with developers to improve product quality.
- โ Implement quality gates throughout SDLC.
๐น QA Engineer
- โ Design detailed test cases.
- โ Execute Functional Testing.
- โ Perform Regression Testing.
- โ Validate Web Applications.
- โ Execute API Testing.
- โ Track and manage defects.
- โ Work closely with development teams.
- โ Support release validation activities.
๐ Skills Required
Mandatory Skills
- โ Java
- โ Python
- โ Selenium
- โ Playwright
- โ Cypress
- โ Rest Assured
- โ API Testing
- โ SQL
- โ REST APIs
- โ Agile Methodology
- โ Scrum
- โ Functional Testing
- โ Regression Testing
- โ Automation Framework Design
Preferred Skills
- โ CI/CD Pipelines
- โ Jenkins
- โ Git
- โ Performance Testing
- โ Enterprise Product Testing
- โ Automation Architecture
- โ Test Strategy Design
- โ Quality Engineering Practices
๐ฐ Expected Salary Range
Although Gurucul has not officially announced the compensation, based on current market trends:
- ๐ต QA Engineer (3โ5 Years): โน10โ16 LPA
- ๐ต SDET (4โ8 Years): โน16โ28 LPA
Additional benefits may include:
- ๐ฏ Performance Bonuses
- ๐ฅ Medical Insurance
- ๐ผ Learning & Certification Programs
- ๐ Technical Training
- ๐ Career Advancement Opportunities
Actual compensation depends on technical expertise, interview performance, and company policies.
๐ Expected Interview Rounds
Most candidates can expect the following hiring process:
๐น Round 1 โ HR Screening
Recruiters generally evaluate:
- Experience
- Notice Period
- Communication Skills
- Salary Expectations
- Project Background
๐น Round 2 โ Online Technical Assessment (if applicable)
Topics may include:
- Java or Python
- OOP Concepts
- SQL
- Automation Coding
- API Testing
- Logical Reasoning
๐น Round 3 โ Technical Interview
Common discussion topics:
- Selenium
- Playwright
- Cypress
- Rest Assured
- Framework Design
- API Automation
- SQL Queries
- Test Strategy
- CI/CD Integration
- Agile Practices
๐น Round 4 โ Managerial Interview
Interviewers may assess:
- Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Product Quality Mindset
- Real Project Experience
- Automation Challenges
๐น Round 5 โ HR Discussion
Topics usually include:
- Compensation
- Joining Timeline
- Company Policies
- Final Offer Discussion
๐ Preparation Tips
To improve your chances of selection:
- โ Revise Java or Python thoroughly.
- โ Practice Selenium automation.
- โ Learn Playwright architecture.
- โ Revise Cypress basics.
- โ Practice Rest Assured API automation.
- โ Write SQL joins and complex queries.
- โ Learn API testing using Postman.
- โ Understand Automation Framework Design.
- โ Revise CI/CD concepts.
- โ Prepare examples of automation projects.
- โ Practice coding questions.
- โ Review Agile and Scrum practices.
- โ Learn defect lifecycle and testing methodologies.
๐ Resume Tips
A strong resume significantly improves your chances of getting shortlisted.
- โ Highlight Automation Framework development.
- โ Mention Java/Python proficiency.
- โ Include Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, and Rest Assured experience.
- โ Quantify automation achievements.
- โ Mention API testing projects.
- โ Include SQL expertise.
- โ Highlight CI/CD integration experience.
- โ Add Agile project experience.
- โ Mention certifications (ISTQB, Selenium, Cloud, etc.).
- โ Keep the resume ATS-friendly using relevant Quality Engineering keywords.
- โ Limit the resume to two pages with measurable achievements.
๐ฉ How to Apply?
Interested candidates can apply by sending their updated resume to:
๐ง dadasaheb.dhonde@gurucul.com
You can also connect with the recruiter via LinkedIn DM Dadasaheb Dhonde
Before applying:
- ๐ Update your resume with your latest automation projects.
- ๐ Clearly mention your experience with Java/Python, Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, Rest Assured, SQL, and API Testing.
- ๐ฑ Mention your notice period.
- ๐ Mention your current location and willingness to work from Pune.
- ๐ Attach your resume in PDF format for better compatibility.
๐ฏ Final Thoughts
If you’re an experienced SDET or QA Engineer looking to work on enterprise cybersecurity products with modern Quality Engineering practices, Gurucul offers an excellent opportunity. You’ll gain hands-on experience with Automation Frameworks, API Testing, Performance Engineering, CI/CD Pipelines, Java, Python, Selenium, Playwright, and Enterprise Product Testing, while collaborating with highly skilled engineering teams. This role provides outstanding technical exposure, career growth, and the opportunity to contribute to innovative products used by global organizations. If your skills align with the requirements, update your resume and apply today. Your next career milestone could be just one application away! ๐
