Software Development Engineer in Test I at Zeta – Automate & Impress | ₹15–20 LPA

Join Zeta as an SDET I in Bangalore—build test automation for fintech innovation, inclusive culture, great perks & ₹15–20 LPA potential.

Why Join Zeta?

Zeta is a next-generation banking technology unicorn, founded in 2015 by Bhavin Turakhia and Ramki Gaddipati, offering its cloud-native, API-driven platform (Zeta Tachyon) to banks and fintechs across the globe. It empowers clients with issuance, processing, lending, fraud, and core banking capabilities—all in a single-vendor stack.

The company is backed by marquee investors like SoftBank and Mastercard, achieved unicorn status in 2021, and now operates globally with R&D-heavy teams across India, the US, EMEA, and Asia. Its culture centers on “People Must Grow,” promoting growth, innovation, diversity, and learning.


Job Summary

This role calls for a passionate problem-solver who builds test automation that drives down operational costs and accelerates deployments. You’ll collaborate with developers and QA engineers, lead automation and CI/CD efforts, and play a key role in quality and product excellence from inception to execution.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop high-quality test automation for faster deployments and reduced operational costs.
  • Automate functional and non-functional test cases and design CI/CD pipelines.
  • Develop robust automation frameworks.
  • Collaborate with QA teams to elevate test quality.
  • Mentor teams in creating specialized testing tools and advocate white-box testing.
  • Work with cutting-edge technology alongside a dynamic engineering team.

Who Can Apply?

  • Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience, preferably in product companies.
  • Skills & Tools: REST API testing, web testing tools, Java, SQL, debugging, understanding of web services and distributed systems.
  • Communication: Strong ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams.
  • Certifications: Not specified in the job description.

Work Location & Type

Location: Bangalore (on-site)
Work Type: Full-time, On-site
No mention of remote or hybrid models—working on-site only.


Salary Insights

While Zeta hasn’t published SDET-specific figures publicly, compensation benchmarks provide guidance:

  • AmbitionBox reports SDET take-home pay typically ranges from ₹1.29-1.33 L/month (~₹15.5–16 LPA total).
  • Glassdoor, for SDE II roles, estimates total pay is ₹27–38 LPA.
  • Entry-level software engineers at Zeta start around ₹20 LPA, rising with experience.

Estimated Salary Range: ₹15–20 LPA for SDET I in India—performance-linked and depending on location and experience.


Perks & Benefits

According to Zeta’s own culture pages and employee reports:

  • Paid & unpaid parental leave, including adoption/fertility support, and flexible work hours
  • ESOPs and investment opportunities, suggesting equity options
  • Upskilling and knowledge events, including fireside chats and mentoring
  • Workplace perks: free/subsidized meals, travel assistance, public transport incentives, concierge services, and concierge services
  • Health & insurance coverage, sick leave, vacation, wellness breaks, and diversity programs

FAQs

Q1: What is the selection process?
Not detailed in the JD. Typically includes technical interviews focusing on automation, testing frameworks, Java/SQL, and possibly system design.

Q2: Is remote work allowed?
No—this is strictly an on-site opportunity based in Bangalore.

Q3: Is this open to freshers?
Requires at least 1 year of relevant experience, so not a freshers-only role.

Q4: Does Zeta offer ESOPs?
Yes—ESOPs and investment opportunities are part of the benefits package according to their careers site Zeta US.

Q5: What kind of leave and wellness support is available?
Employees report parental leave, paid time off, sick leave, wellness breaks, and year-end offsite/vacation offerings

📢 How to Apply for Zeta Recruitment 2025?

To apply for this Off Campus Drive, interested candidates must follow the procedure outlined below:

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  3. After registration, log in and fill in the application form with all the necessary details.
  4. Submit all relevant documents, if requested (e.g. resume, mark sheet, ID proof).
  5. Verify that all the details entered are correct.
  6. Submit the application form after verification.

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