Software Quality Engineer Automation

Design & Build Test Automation

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and reusable automation components.
• Perform hands-on automation testing for web applications, APIs, and backend services.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of automation frameworks and standards.

Execute Manual & Exploratory Testing

• Perform manual and exploratory testing where automation is not feasible or appropriate.
• Apply sound test design techniques and QA best practices across releases.

Enable Continuous Testing

• Integrate automated test suites with CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing.
• Collaborate closely with developers, product teams, and DevOps teams to ensure quality throughout the SDLC.

Analyse Results & Drive Quality

• Analyse test results, identify defects, and support root cause analysis.
• Work with engineering teams to resolve issues early in the development cycle.

Leverage AI/LLM Tools

• Use AI/LLM tools for test generation, automation development, debugging, and failure analysis.
• Apply AI-assisted approaches to improve productivity and test quality.

Contribute to the Quality CoE

• Contribute reusable assets, best practices, and quality standards to the Quality CoE.

Technical

• 5–8 years of hands-on experience in Software Quality Engineering and Test Automation.
• Strong experience with automation frameworks and tools such as Playwright, REST Assured, or equivalent.
• Strong programming experience in Python and C#.
• Hands-on experience in Web UI, API, and backend automation testing.
• Solid understanding of software testing methodologies, test design techniques, and QA best practices.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Experience with source control systems such as Git.
• Experience using AI/LLM tools for test generation, scripting, debugging, and productivity improvements.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work closely with developers, product teams, DevOps teams, and the Quality CoE.

Mindset

• Automation-first mindset with strong quality ownership.
• Ability to automate effectively while also performing manual testing when required.
• Hands-on and proactive, with a commitment to continuous learning.
• Passion for modern Quality Engineering practices, AI-assisted testing, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) or Digital Manufacturing domains.
• Exposure to performance testing, security testing, or test data management.
• Knowledge of cloud-based testing or containerised environments (Docker/Kubernetes).