QA Automation Engineer II

Summary

Join Outliant, a fully remote digital product development company, as a QA Automation Engineer II. You will be responsible for developing and implementing robust test automation solutions, working independently within an established framework. This mid-level role requires 3-4 years of experience in software testing with a strong automation background. You will lead test planning, design and develop automated test cases, debug issues, and report bugs effectively. Outliant offers a competitive compensation package including unlimited PTO, non-working holidays, bonuses, and continuous learning support. The company fosters a fun and casual remote work environment.

Requirements

• Have 3-4 years of experience in software testing or a related field, with a strong background in test automation
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of core testing principles and methodologies
• Have experience with automated testing for web, mobile, and API applications
• Possess strong programming skills in scripting languages relevant to test automation (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Java)
• Have a proven track record of independently designing, developing, and maintaining effective test automation scripts
• Be a strong analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills
• Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with technical and non-technical audiences

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning of testing strategies, ensuring comprehensive coverage and alignment with project goals
• Independently design, develop, and implement automated test strategies and test cases with minimal supervision
• Use debugging techniques to identify root causes of complex issues uncovered through automated testing
• Accurately document bugs with essential details, using the bug tracking system effectively
• Manage and track changes in code repositories efficiently
• Utilize intermediate to advanced knowledge of programming languages (JavaScript, Java, Python, TypeScript) to write test scripts or understand code for test automation
• Maintain high attention to detail to identify even minor issues
• Analyze root causes of defects found during testing and make recommendations to prevent similar problems in the future
• Report issues effectively and collaborate with the development team
• Identify opportunities for automation within assigned testing areas, propose enhancements to the overall automation strategy, and stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in automation testing tools and best practices
• Generate detailed test result reports, present findings to stakeholders, and assist in maintaining the project knowledge base
• Continuously document and refine your automation scripts, ensuring clarity, maintainability, and adherence to established standards
• Participate in the analysis of current testing processes and suggest improvements under supervision
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand deeper product requirements and ensure test coverage aligns with business goals

Preferred Qualifications

• Have experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Have knowledge of using Gherkin syntax for behavior-driven development (BDD)

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• Non-working holidays per country of residence
• Pro-rated 13th-month bonus in select regions
• Salary increases and performance-based bonuses
• Referral bonuses
• Continuous learning support
• Fun and casual work environment
• Employee engagement activities and virtual gatherings