Software Test Engineer – SDET (Contract)

Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Hilton through Talent Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by Talent Solutions and will not be an employee of Hilton. Contract workers are not employees of Hilton or any of its subsidiaries, nor will they be eligible for Hilton benefits. US based hybrid role near our corporate office in Memphis, TN working 2-3 days/week onsite*** Possible contract to hire after 6-12 months Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated quality assurance professional to join our team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced, Agile environment where you will play a critical part in ensuring the quality and reliability of cutting-edge cloud-based web applications. You will leverage your deep expertise in test automation, API testing, and integration testing to design and implement robust testing frameworks while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including developers, QA analysts, and product managers. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical thinking, excellent communication skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality software solutions. This position requires working onsite at one of our corporate offices at least two days per week. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain test automation frameworks and scripts for UI using Selenium Java and for REST APIs using Rest Assured and TestNG Build and implement SQL queries and validate databases using automation tools Blend automated and manual testing strategies to ensure comprehensive end-to-end functional coverage without compromising quality Perform hands-on testing of Microservices and REST APIs, including automation and integration testing Review requirements and design documents to create detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans, test strategies, and accurate work execution estimates Utilize the Atlassian toolset, including Jira, Confluence, Stash, and Bamboo, for project management, defect tracking, and documentation Collaborate with developers, QA analysts, and product managers to understand requirements and define test coverage needs Drive defect triage and risk escalation within Agile and Scrum development processes Document and report defects clearly and concisely in Jira and Confluence, with effective escalation of test results Coordinate test support activities between US and remote testing teams as needed Apply critical thinking to translate complex application flows into well-structured test cases Perform root-cause analysis and leverage data-driven problem-solving and debugging skills to support solutions using underlying data Execute integration tests with a solid understanding of application systems and their interdependencies Apply AI-enabled capabilities to support manual, automation, and integration testing efforts Skills Proficiency in test automation using Selenium Java, Rest Assured, TestNG, Cucumber, Postman, Ready API, and REST/JSON APIs Strong SQL skills with the ability to build queries and validate databases through automation Hands-on experience with Microservice and REST API testing, including automation and integration Proficiency with the Atlassian toolset including Jira, Confluence, Stash, and Bamboo Strong knowledge of Agile and Scrum development methodologies Excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork abilities Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills with a data-driven mindset Knowledge of cloud-based web application architecture with emphasis on AWS Cloud Understanding of deployment technologies and cloud infrastructure Detailed understanding of algorithms and data structures Front-end UI knowledge including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Familiarity with AI-enabled testing capabilities Knowledge of the hospitality domain is a plus Qualifications 7+ years of professional work experience in the design of automated test frameworks and scripts for UI using Selenium and REST APIs using Rest Assured and TestNG Experience applying AI-enabled capabilities to support manual, automation, and integration testing efforts Experience in the hospitality domain preferred This is a remarkable opportunity to contribute to innovative technology solutions for one of the world's most recognized hospitality brands. You will work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, all while making a meaningful impact on the guest experience through the reliability and performance of mission-critical applications. If you are a driven quality assurance professional looking to advance your career and take on challenging, high-visibility work, this role is the perfect next step.