Genty Recruitment
G2Top rated LATAM recruitment agency on G2 and Clutch

Hire SDETs in LATAM

Access pre-vetted Software Development Engineers in Test from Latin America — test framework builders, infrastructure experts, and quality engineering leaders.

Test framework engineering60–70% cost savings vs US3-month replacement guarantee

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SDET Skills

Test FrameworksCI/CD PipelinesAPI TestingMock ServicesContract TestingPerformance
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SDET hiring · LATAM

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Everything you need to hire SDETs in LATAM

We assess SDET engineering skills — test framework design, infrastructure automation, CI/CD integration, and the ability to build quality engineering platforms.

SDET Skills

SDET engineering assessment

We verify software engineering depth alongside testing expertise — framework design, infrastructure, and quality platform building.

Test Framework DesignCI/CD Pipeline EngineeringAPI / Contract TestingMock Services / Test DoublesPerformance Testing (k6)Docker Test EnvironmentsCustom Assertion LibrariesTest Data ManagementPact / Contract TestingGitHub Actions / JenkinsTest Reporting / DashboardsChaos Engineering
Industries

SDETs across sectors

From FinTech to enterprise — SDETs who build testing infrastructure that scales with your engineering organization.

SaaSeCommerceAI / MLMartechCrypto / Web3
LATAM Markets

Hire SDETs across LATAM

Argentina, Brazil, Mexico — experienced SDETs from LATAM's strongest engineering communities.

Why hire in LATAM SDETs

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Test framework engineering

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Our SDETs build test frameworks — custom utilities, assertion libraries, fixture generators, and reusable test components that make testing fast and reliable for the entire team.

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Infrastructure automation

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They automate test environments — Docker containers, test data seeding, mock services, and ephemeral environments that spin up for every PR and tear down after.

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Timezone overlap for engineering syncs

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SDETs work alongside product engineers. LATAM's 4–8 hour US overlap enables pair programming, code reviews, and real-time collaboration.

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60–70% lower than US salaries

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A senior SDET earns $5,000–$8,000/month in LATAM vs $14,000–$19,000 in the US. Engineering-grade testing expertise at competitive rates.

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Quality platform building

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Our SDETs build testing platforms — centralized test reporting, flakiness detection, test coverage analytics, and quality dashboards that give engineering leaders visibility.

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Shift-left quality engineering

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They embed testing into the development process — pre-commit hooks, PR test gates, and developer-facing test tooling that catches issues before code review.

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Your trusted partner for hiring SDETs in LATAM

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From test framework design to quality platform engineering — SDETs who make your entire engineering team more confident.

React
Node.js
TSTypeScript
Python
AWS
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Java
Kubernetes
Docker
PostgreSQL
GraphQL
Rust
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How we find your perfect hire

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Candidate funnel

/1 — Discovery Brief

We start every search with a detailed intake session to understand your role inside and out.

  • Tech stack, seniority, and team structure
  • Culture, working style, and timezone requirements
  • Compensation benchmarks for LATAM markets
  • Success criteria and interview process design
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QA engineers who can't build frameworks?

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SDETs are engineers first. We screen for software design skills — clean code, design patterns, and the ability to build maintainable test infrastructure.

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Manual testers calling themselves SDETs?

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We verify engineering depth — framework development, CI/CD automation, Docker, and programming proficiency. No retitled manual testers.

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Weeks to find a qualified SDET?

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SDETs are a specialized role. We maintain 400+ pre-vetted candidates and deliver first shortlists in 5–7 days.

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$180K+ for senior SDETs?

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US senior SDETs command $150K–$200K+. LATAM offers same engineering quality at $60K–$96K. Fixed-fee from $2,900.

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GENTY vs hiring SDETs alone

GENTY delivers pre-vetted SDETs with verified framework engineering and infrastructure automation skills.

GENTY Recruitment
Traditional agencies
Framework design, CI/CD, and infrastructure assessed
Resume keyword matching for 'SDET'
400+ pre-vetted SDETs in pipeline
Cold outreach starting from zero
First candidates in 5–7 business days
6–10 weeks to first qualified candidate
Fixed-fee pricing from $2,900 per hire
20–25% of annual salary ($15K–$40K)
3-month replacement guarantee included
No guarantee — restart if it doesn't work
Test platform engineering verified
Generic QA assessment
English C1/C2 + remote work readiness verified
Self-reported language proficiency

Top-rated on Clutch and G2 for quality, transparency, and results

Trusted by global startups and enterprises building teams in LATAM

5-star client satisfaction, verified by Clutch

Top Clutch Executive Search Mexico 2026
Top Clutch HR Recruiting Uruguay 2026
Top Clutch HR Recruiting Mexico City 2026
Top Clutch HR Recruiting Argentina 2026
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What our clients say

Daniel Maloney

CEO, Tailwind

Their communication was also strong, and they made the whole hiring process feel less stressful. GENTY helped us reduce hiring time and quickly filled roles with high-quality candidates who matched the required skills.

Bob Karlseng

CEO, Title Company

They knew the type of experience and temperament needed for the roles.

Kara Banosian

CMO, Stavvy

They did not simply post resumes; they provided us with candidates who were a real fit, saving us time and effort in the hiring process.

Matt Martin

CTO, Tech Startup

GENTY recruitment helped us quickly find software engineers. Their team was proactive and made scheduling effortless.

Paul Rees

CEO, Spikr

The best thing about GENTY Recruitment was that they really comprehended our company culture and needs. They presented a shortlist of candidates in a timely manner.

Keith Hales

CEO, InfoSystems, Inc.

Their strength was in understanding the technical depth of our roles while still focusing on cultural fit. Communication was clear and consistent throughout.

Lalit Mangal

CEO, Airmeet

Instead of just filling positions, they focused on bringing in people who could grow and evolve with us.

Carlo Gualandri

CEO, Soldo

Their project management was very professional.

Melissa K.

Head of TA, Enterprise Client

Reliable partner for building a strong team. We liked how organized and structured the process was.

Praful Chavda

Founder, Startup

They took time to understand our team dynamics, not just the job description.

Greg Williams

President, Audigent

The most impressive fact to us was that they knew our industry and hiring requirements well. They demonstrated excellent communication, timely delivery, and receptiveness to feedback.

David Hsu

CEO, Retool

They not only sent resumes but also brought us candidates who really matched what we were seeking.

Transparent pricing

Our pricing

Choose the service that fits your hiring needs. No hidden fees, no surprises.

Recruitment

from $2,900

Fixed-fee hiring for tech, sales & operations roles across LATAM

  • 3-month replacement guarantee
  • No upfront payments — pay on results
  • First candidates within 3–5 days
  • Pre-vetted & culturally screened
  • Dedicated recruiter assigned

Staffing

from $99/mo

We hire, onboard & manage — you focus on building your product

  • Per-employee monthly fee
  • Payroll, compliance & benefits handled
  • Onboarding & HR support included
  • Flexible scale up or down anytime
  • Dedicated account manager

Executive Search

Custom

C-level & VP hires for companies scaling in LATAM and beyond

  • Confidential & targeted headhunting
  • Leadership assessment & culture fit
  • Market mapping & competitor analysis
  • 6-month replacement guarantee
  • Board-ready candidate shortlists

Salary Benchmarking

Custom

Data-driven compensation insights for LATAM markets

  • Country & role-specific salary data
  • Percentile-based compensation bands
  • Benefits & equity benchmarking
  • Market trends & hiring insights
  • Custom PDF report delivered

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about working with GENTY Recruitment.

Software Development Engineers in Test are engineers who specialize in building test frameworks, test infrastructure, and automation tooling. They're developers first — they write production-quality test code and tooling.

SDETs write test frameworks and tools, QA engineers use them. SDETs build test infrastructure, custom assertion libraries, mock services, and CI/CD test pipelines. They're engineering roles, not testing roles.

We assess software engineering skills (design patterns, clean code), test framework development, API and integration testing, CI/CD integration, and infrastructure automation — plus a framework-building exercise.

TypeScript, Python, Java, or Go — depending on your stack. Our SDETs are polyglot engineers who adapt to your team's primary language and testing ecosystem.

Senior SDETs in LATAM earn $5,000–$8,000/month — 60–70% less than US rates of $14,000–$19,000/month.

First shortlists in 5–7 business days. SDET roles average 14–18 days from kickoff to signed offer.

Yes. LATAM's 4–8 hour overlap enables daily engineering syncs and code reviews.

Every placement comes with a 3-month replacement guarantee at no additional cost.

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