Lead Software Engineer In Test

Role summary

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Grab is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Test to guide the design and delivery of automated testing solutions for its digital products. Candidates typically need strong experience in software testing, test automation frameworks, programming, API and integration testing, continuous integration, and quality engineering practices. Experience leading engineers, defining test strategies, troubleshooting complex systems, and working in agile product teams is expected. The role requires effective communication, mentoring ability, attention to detail, and a strong focus on reliability, scalability, and customer experience. Familiarity with cloud platforms, mobile or web testing, microservices, and tools such as Selenium, Appium, Java, Python, or similar technologies would be advantageous.

About the employer

Grab is a leading Southeast Asian technology company operating across mobility, food delivery, package delivery, financial services, and digital payments. Founded in 2012, it serves customers, drivers, merchants, and businesses across countries including Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Indonesia is one of Grab’s largest and most important markets, with extensive operations in cities such as Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya, Medan, and Bali. The company combines technology, logistics, financial services, and local partnerships to make everyday services more accessible. Grab’s engineering teams work on high-scale platforms involving real-time matching, payments, fraud prevention, maps, mobile applications, data systems, and marketplace operations. Employees generally work in collaborative, agile environments with opportunities to influence products used by millions of people.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia offers varied career opportunities, with the strongest technology, finance, operations, and corporate roles concentrated in Jakarta on Java. Bandung and Yogyakarta have growing software and creative communities, while Bali is popular with international professionals and offers opportunities in tourism, hospitality, digital businesses, and startups. Surabaya is a major commercial and logistics center, and islands such as Sumatra, Kalimantan, and Sulawesi provide opportunities in energy, mining, agriculture, shipping, and regional services. Indonesian culture emphasizes hospitality, community, family, and respect for religious traditions. Living costs vary considerably; Jakarta is busy and relatively expensive, while many regional cities and Bali offer different lifestyle choices. Foreign employees usually need employer sponsorship, a work permit, and an appropriate limited-stay visa. Candidates should confirm current immigration rules, tax obligations, healthcare arrangements, and relocation support before moving.