Senior QA Automation Engineer

ABOUT APPLY DIGITAL

Who we are: We're a global digital transformation partner for change agents, working to modernize their organizations. 

Who we help: Our 650+ digital specialists have helped global companies like Kraft Heinz, Moderna, Lululemon, Games Workshop, Atlassian, and The Very Group create business impact.

What we do: We offer clients end-to-end expertise across Business Strategy, Commerce, Platform, Products, Innovation, and beyond.

How we help: We work together as one connected team to drive business impact and ensure every strategy is actionable through to execution in the context of your organization’s broader ecosystem. We collaborate as cross-disciplinary pods and as extensions of client teams - ensuring the right perspectives contribute to creating connected, value-generating outcomes.

If you'd like to learn more about Apply Digital's culture click HERE.

LOCATION: The preferred candidate should be based in Santiago, Chile.

THE ROLE:

Are you passionate about shipping digital products of uncompromized quality? Do you constantly look for ways to innovate and expand your knowledge of testing methodologies and processes? Do you embrace challenges head-on with perseverance and a can-do attitude while still having fun? Then you may be ready to take on the overall responsibility of a Senior QA Automation Engineer at Apply Digital.

As a Senior QA Automation Engineer within Apply Digital, you will help contribute to the overall company strategy by validating that the application meets design specifications and requirements. This includes iOS applications, Android applications, Web applications, Voice Recognition, AR, IoT, and other digital-to-human interfaces. The products should be tested for functionality, performance, reliability, stability, and compatibility with the supported devices, browsers, and user interfaces.

ABOUT YOU

• You have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent
• You have 5+ years of experience in a similar role
• You have a deep understanding of software QA methodologies, best practices, tools, and processes
• You have extensive experience with using Javascript, or a similar scripting language
• You having extensive experience creating and maintaining test automation scripts (preferably with Cypress, Cucumber, Webdriver.io and/or Appium using Javascript)
• You have strong understanding of CI/CD principles and incorporating QA best practices into CI/CD pipelines
• You have a deep understanding of Agile/Scrum development principles.
• You have experience providing mentorship to other team members on QA best practices and methodologies
• You possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• You’re self-driven and take ownership of tasks from beginning to completion
• You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• You are able to multi-task and work on multiple projects simultaneously within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• You are detail-oriented, incredibly meticulous, and you enjoy the fine attention to detail required to spot, prevent, and troubleshoot any issues before our clients find them

ABOUT THE JOB

• Test Strategy and Planning: Leading the creation of test strategies and plans for complex projects, considering the project scope, objectives, and risks. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define test approach, test coverage, and test deliverables.
• Test Execution and Coverage: Conducting comprehensive and thorough test execution (automated and manual) for complex software systems. Identifying high-priority test scenarios and ensuring effective test coverage across functional, non-functional, and edge-case scenarios.
• Test Automation Architecture and Development: Leading the design and implementation of scalable and maintainable test automation frameworks. Collaborating with development teams to promote automation practices, maximize test coverage, and improve overall efficiency. Incorporating test automation into CI/CD pipelines.
• Test Leadership: Taking ownership of the testing process and providing technical leadership to the QA team. Mentoring and guiding junior and intermediate QA engineers, fostering their growth and development in software quality assurance.
• Test Environment Management: Overseeing the setup, configuration, and management of test environments. Ensuring the availability of properly configured hardware, software, network, and databases to support testing efforts.
• Test Metrics and Reporting: Defining and monitoring key test metrics and KPIs to measure the effectiveness of testing activities. Providing detailed test reports, including analysis of test results, defect trends, and coverage metrics, to stakeholders and project teams.
• Test Process Optimization: Continuous evaluation and enhancement of the test process to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and overall quality. Implementing new methodologies, tools, and best practices to streamline testing efforts and achieve higher productivity.
• Risk-Based Testing: Applying risk-based testing principles to prioritize and allocate resources effectively. Identifying critical areas and potential risks in software systems, and tailoring testing activities accordingly.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and project managers, to ensure proper alignment of testing activities with project objectives. Managing stakeholder expectations and providing regular updates on the status of testing efforts.
• Quality Advocacy: Advocating for a strong quality culture within the organization and ensuring adherence to established quality standards and methodologies. Participating in quality governance forums and driving initiatives to continuously improve software quality practices.

LIFE AT APPLY DIGITAL

• Flexibility - work where you work best
• Competitive benefits plan
• Generous paid time off - take the time you need to be balanced and energized
• A growing company means many opportunities for advancement - we like to promote from within!
• Regular team and company events (karaoke, escape rooms, axe throwing and more!)
• Training budgets, Days of Learning, company-wide training