Senior QA Automation Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Brazil.

📋 Description

• Develop, oversee, and implement automation scripts for web applications and APIs.

• Establish test plans and create scenarios utilizing BDD (Behavior-Driven Development) with Gherkin syntax.

• Incorporate automated tests into continuous integration pipelines.

• Recognize, document, and monitor defect resolution via Jira or Kanbanize.

• Engage in Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and backlog refinement.

• Work closely with developers and Product Owners to establish acceptance criteria.

• Create and sustain automated tests for web applications employing industry-standard frameworks and tools.

• Design and implement tests to verify backend services using Postman, Pactum, or Swagger.

• Execute SQL queries to validate data and ensure information integrity and consistency.

• Utilize Git for source code management, adhering to version control practices and branching strategies such as GitFlow.

⛳️ Requirements

• Fundamental understanding of software testing and Quality Assurance (QA) principles.

• Proficient in designing and executing test cases.

• Acquaintance with functional, regression, and exploratory testing methodologies.

• Basic understanding of REST APIs, HTTP requests, and tools like Postman or similar.

• Basic knowledge and practical, academic, or professional experience in test automation using Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, or comparable tools.

• Familiarity with programming in Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript as applied to test automation.

• Understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.

• Knowledge of API test automation techniques.

• Basic proficiency in SQL.

• Familiarity with Git and CI/CD tools.

• Experience in executing automated tests within continuous integration pipelines.

• Academic experience, internships, or personal projects focused on software quality.

• Interest in or knowledge of generative Artificial Intelligence, LLMs, and AI agents.

• Familiarity with integration testing and microservices-based applications.

• Basic understanding of Docker or cloud environments, particularly Azure.

• Nice to have: Knowledge of Appium and mobile test automation using a Device Farm.

• Nice to have: Previous experience with banking systems or payment methods.

• Nice to have: Understanding of Security by Design practices and vulnerability analysis tools.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Flexible work hours and remote work options.

• A collaborative and inclusive company culture.