Senior QA Automation Engineer

About Our Client: The organization operates in the cybersecurity industry, addressing challenges related to the reliability, security, and quality of cybersecurity products. It focuses on developing robust cybersecurity platforms with an emphasis on quality assurance and automated testing to ensure secure and reliable product releases. About the Opportunity: The SENIOR QA AUTOMATION ENGINEER role is critical to leading and scaling quality assurance efforts across the cybersecurity platform. The position involves designing, implementing, and improving automated testing frameworks to enhance product quality and security. This role contributes by mentoring junior engineers, influencing engineering practices, and integrating automated testing seamlessly into the development lifecycle, thereby ensuring high-quality and secure software releases. Responsibilities: Lead design and execution of QA strategies, frameworks, and automated test plans Identify and define opportunities and strategies for automation Participate in early lifecycle reviews to assess quality risks Define quality metrics and report on automation coverage and product quality Continuously improve QA tools, techniques, and processes Design and develop automated testing frameworks using Playwright and JavaScript Create maintainable automated tests covering backend, frontend, and infrastructure components Establish and promote coding standards and testing best practices Manage CI/CD-integrated testing infrastructure and quality gates Improve existing automation reliability and coverage Troubleshoot flaky tests and complex environment issues Analyze test results to differentiate product defects from other issues Contribute to automated security checks in CI/CD pipelines Mentor junior QA and automation engineers and conduct code reviews Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop effective test strategies Advocate for early testing and quality engineering practices Promote a culture of quality and accountability Requirements: 5+ years in Software Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, or SDET roles Strong experience designing automated tests for modern web applications Proficient with Playwright and JavaScript or TypeScript; experience with other frameworks is a plus Solid understanding of various testing methodologies Experience integrating automated tests with CI/CD pipelines Familiarity with complex applications involving role-based access and security policies Experience mentoring engineers and providing technical feedback Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Preferred: Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, or similar technologies Experience in security-critical or infrastructure-heavy systems Familiarity with API security and data protection Experience leading QA in Agile environments Familiarity with security testing tools such as OWASP ZAP or Burp Suite Pay Range and Compensation Package: Base salary: $90,000 – $120,000 401(k) with company match Generous paid time off and holidays Performance bonus and equity eligibility Remote work Benefits & Perks: Medical insurance Vision insurance Dental insurance 401(k) with company match Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin. Note: RemoteHunter is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.