QA Automation Engineer

Job Overview

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented QA Automation Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in automated testing within a JavaScript/TypeScript environment and a strong understanding of API testing, CI/CD pipelines, and backend system validation. You will play a key role in improving product quality by building scalable automated testing solutions and converting repetitive manual testing processes into efficient automated scripts.
Key Responsibilities

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Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites for web applications and APIs

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Build and execute end-to-end, integration, and regression test cases using Cypress or Playwright

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Perform API-level testing using tools such as Supertest, Postman, or equivalent frameworks

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Collaborate with developers and product teams to understand application workflows and testing requirements

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Read, analyze, and navigate backend codebases to create effective test coverage

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Identify repetitive manual testing tasks and convert them into reliable automation scripts

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Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and ensure smooth deployment validation

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Monitor test execution results, troubleshoot failures, and maintain testing stability

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Contribute to improving QA processes, automation frameworks, and testing best practices

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Document test plans, test cases, and automation workflows

Requirements

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3+ years of experience writing automated tests in a JavaScript/TypeScript stack

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Strong hands-on experience with Cypress or Playwright (experience with both is a plus)

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Experience with API testing frameworks such as Supertest, Postman, or equivalent tools

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Ability to read and navigate backend codebases for testing purposes

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Experience setting up or maintaining CI/CD pipelines, preferably using GitHub Actions

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Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and automation best practices

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Experience converting manual repetitive testing tasks into automated solutions

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Good debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills

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Strong communication and collaboration abilities

Preferred Qualifications

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Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

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Familiarity with version control systems such as Git

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Knowledge of performance or load testing tools is a plus

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Exposure to cloud-based development or deployment environments is an advantage

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