QA Automation Engineer II

About us:

Outliant is a fully-remote, US-based, digital product development and startup consulting company, with a team of culturally diverse creators whose exceptional skills and talents help conceive seamless digital products. Our teams exhibit work-play energy that supports individual growth, as well as encourages the freedom of creativity and “thinking outside the box.”

Our Core Values:

Pursuit of Excellence: We are extremely competitive, ambitious, and driven to be exceptional—as individuals, teams, and organizations. There is no standard high enough, and we will never settle. We aspire to attract, retain, and empower the very best people.

Startup Mentality: Outliant began with 5 startup founders, and startup culture is deep in our DNA. It’s a critical advantage that allows us to move faster, be more resourceful, and empower our team at all levels. We are in the early chapters of our journey.

World-Class Remote Collaboration: Outliant is (and always has been) a 100% remote company – we have no offices, and our teams are distributed around the world. Given the freedom and autonomy this provides, we require that our people excel in this remote structure.

About the role:

As a QA Automation Engineer II, you'll be responsible for applying your in-depth knowledge of automation frameworks and best practices to develop and implement robust test automation solutions. You'll work independently within our established automation framework to tackle challenging yet well-defined automation tasks. You'll leverage your understanding of specialized testing principles and methodologies to design, develop, and execute comprehensive test automation scripts for various functionalities.

Seniority Level: Mid Level

Responsibilities:

Primary Responsibilities (90%)

• Test Planning and Strategy: Lead the planning of testing strategies, ensuring comprehensive coverage and alignment with project goals.

• Test Case Development: Independently design, develop, and implement automated test strategies and test cases with minimal supervision.

• Debugging: Use debugging techniques to identify root causes of complex issues uncovered through automated testing.

• Bug Reporting: Accurately document bugs with essential details, using the bug tracking system effectively.

• Version Control (Git): Manage and track changes in code repositories efficiently.

• Programming Languages: Utilize intermediate to advanced knowledge of programming languages (JavaScript, Java, Python, TypeScript) to write test scripts or understand code for test automation.

• Attention to Detail: Maintain high attention to detail to identify even minor issues.

• Root Cause Analysis: Analyze root causes of defects found during testing and make recommendations to prevent similar problems in the future.

• Communication Skills: Report issues effectively and collaborate with the development team.

• Automation Strategy: 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.

Additional Responsibilities (10%)

• Documentation: 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.

• Continuous Improvement: Participate in the analysis of current testing processes and suggest improvements under supervision.

• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand deeper product requirements and ensure test coverage aligns with business goals.

Requirements:

• Has 3-4 years of experience in software testing or a related field, with a strong background in test automation.

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of core testing principles and methodologies.

• Experience with automated testing for web, mobile, and API applications.

• Possesses strong programming skills in scripting languages relevant to test automation (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Java).

• Has a proven track record of independently designing, developing, and maintaining effective test automation scripts.

• Is a strong analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.

• Effectively communicates both verbally and in writing with technical and non-technical audiences.

• Availability to work under EST timezone.

Nice to have

• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.

• Knowledge of using Gherkin syntax for behavior-driven development (BDD)

What’s in it for you?

As a full-time member of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• 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.

• We are a diverse, global team! 🌍

Important Notice

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