Medior QA Automation Engineer

Description

As a member of our newborn and small test automation team, you will work closely with our QA analysts to create the structure of an end-to-end quality assurance solution, where you’ll have the chance to learn and practice your knowledge in a dynamic and constantly growing company.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web, API, and/or mobile applications
• Collaborate with QA analysts to extend test coverage through automation
• Build, enhance, and maintain automation frameworks following best practices
• Execute automated regression and integration tests, ensuring early defect detection
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
• Perform API testing and validate responses, headers, authentication, and data integrity
• Work with developers, product owners, and stakeholders to clarify requirements and ensure proper automation coverage.
• Contribute to QA strategy and propose improvements to testing processes
• Write clear documentation, test reports, and provide feedback during review meetings
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Requirements

Experience

• 2–5 years of experience in QA automation (web, API, mobile, or desktop apps)
• Experience in writing and maintaining automated test scripts
• Strong knowledge of one or more programming/scripting languages: Python, JavaScript/TypeScript
• Proficiency with test automation frameworks/tools, such as:  Cypress, Playwright
• Experience with API testing tools such as: Postman
• Ability to design, build, and maintain test automation frameworks.
• Experience integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub)
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git
• Good grasp of SDLC/STLC, test strategies, and test plans
• Understanding of defect tracking and bug lifecycle

Nice-to-Haves

• ISTQB or other testing certifications
• Experience testing in cloud or microservices environments
• Performance or load testing exposure (e.g., JMeter, Gatling)
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related IT field

Soft Skills

• Problem-solving mindset and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• Communication skills for working with devs, product owners, and other stakeholders
• Writing clear documentation and test reports

Working at HomeStory provides:

• Full-time employment
• Competitive compensation
• 25 days of paid vacation
• Paid home and mobile internet
• Private health insurance
• 100% paid sick leave for up to 30 days a year
• Equipment for the Home Office
• Virtual and real team gatherings and activities