Thinking Ahead: SDET Career Progression | David Ingraham | Testflix2025 | #testingcommunity
The role of the Software Development Engineer in Test has evolved far beyond just writing tests. Today, SDETs operate at the intersection of quality, development, product, and automation, creating opportunities that extend well beyond traditional testing roles. This session explores the core responsibilities of an SDET and how these skills form a strong foundation for multiple career paths.
The talk will also highlight how SDET expertise can grow into roles such as leadership, architecture, DevOps, and even product strategy. Whether currently working as an SDET or exploring the future of the role, this session offers a clear view of what lies ahead and how to prepare for the opportunities it unlocks.
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This video is of one of the sessions presented at #Testflix - World’s Leading Virtual Software Testing Conference.
About the Speaker:
David is a Senior SDET with over 5 years of experience building and scaling automation frameworks across a wide range of environments—from scrappy 10-person startups to Fortune 100 giants like Disney. He specializes in designing automation frameworks from scratch, scaling them for fast-moving teams, and implementing Shift Left practices that bring testing earlier into the development lifecycle.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/dingraham01/
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