Automation QA Engineer

This is a remote position.

At Softgic, we work with the best, with those who build, with those who love what they do, with those who have 100 in attitude, because that's our #Cooltura. Join our purpose of making life easier with technology and be part of our team as an Automation QA Engineer.

Compensation:
USD 25 - 28/hour.

Location:
Remote (anywhere).

Mission of Softgic:
In Softgic S.A.S. we work for the digital and cognitive transformation of our clients, aware that quality is an essential factor for us, we incorporate the following principles into our policy:

• Deliver quality products and services.
  
• Achieve the satisfaction of our internal and external clients.
  
• Encourage in our team the importance of training to grow professionally and personally through development plans.
  
• Comply with the applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
  
• Promote continuous improvement of the quality management system.
  

What makes you a strong candidate:

• You have 2+ years of experience in automated testing, Cypress, and SaaS (Software as a service)
  
• You are proficient in Azure DevOps, CI/CD, JavaScript, and defect tracking.
  
• English - Conversational.
  

Responsibilities and more:
This vacancy is 100% On-site in: Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico, Peru, Chile, Belize, United States, Canada, Spain, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Honduras, Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, South Africa, Kenya, India, Philippines.

The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in automated testing using Cypress, with strong written and verbal communication skills. A solid foundation in both manual and automated testing of SaaS-based applications is essential. This role is responsible for creating and maintaining automated test suites, executing test strategies, and working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the quality and reliability of the company’s software products.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute automated test scripts using Cypress to ensure product quality and reliability.
  
• Perform manual and functional testing of SaaS-based applications as needed to complement automated testing efforts.
  
• Create detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on product requirements and user stories.
  
• Identify, document, and track software defects using defect tracking tools like Jira or Azure DevOps.
  
• Collaborate with development and product teams to understand requirements, provide feedback, and ensure testability of new features.
  
• Maintain and enhance existing automated test suites to improve test coverage and efficiency.
  
• Conduct regression testing to validate that new features and bug fixes do not negatively impact existing functionality.
  
• Integrate automated testing processes into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous deployment practices.
  
• Participate in test case reviews and provide feedback to improve the quality and coverage of test cases
  
• Communicate test results, automation progress, and findings clearly to team members and stakeholders.
  
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in Cypress and other testing frameworks to continually improve automation capabilities.
  
• Support the continuous improvement of QA processes, tools, and methodologies within the team.
  

Requirements

Additional Skills:

• Strong proficiency in automated testing using Cypress.
  
• Proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript.
  
• Experience in working with code management tools (Github).
  
• Experience in manual testing with a focus on validating SaaS-based applications.
  
• Hands-on experience with Jira or Azure DevOps for managing user stories and test activities.
  
• Familiarity with integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
  
• Strong defect tracking and resolution skills.
  
• Experience with performance testing or API testing frameworks (Postman).
  
• Experience with test-cases management tools (TestRail).
  
• Familiarity with additional tools such as Mailtrap, Figma.
  
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
  
• Nice to have: experience with additional testing automation tools (Selenium, Cucumber).
  

Benefits

• We're certified as a Great Place to Work.
  
• Opportunities for advancement and growth.
  
• Paid time off.
  
• Formal education and certifications support.
  
• Benefits with partner companies.
  
• Referral program.
  
• Flexible working hours.
  

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