Senior Automation Engineer - Quality Control

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Software Quality Engineer with 4–6 years of hands-on experience in automation, mobile, and manual testing. This role involves designing and maintaining scalable test automation frameworks, executing comprehensive manual and mobile test strategies, and ensuring end-user experience validation across web and mobile platforms.

The ideal candidate is expected to have strong Python programming skills and a passion for delivering high-quality software in collaborative, Agile environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Automation Responsibilities (with Manual Validation Support):

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, reusable test automation frameworks using Robot Framework, Selenium, or similar tools.
• Lead and execute manual validation efforts for complex workflows, mobile compatibility, and responsive UI across devices.
• Build and maintain mobile test automation scripts using Appium, Robot Framework Mobile Library, or cloud-based platforms like BrowserStack or similar tools.
• Perform comprehensive end-to-end testing, including regression, integration, data-driven, and cross-browser/device testing for web and mobile applications.
• Define and implement test strategies for new features including AI-driven functionalities (where applicable).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Product, Development, QC, and Business Analysts) to review user stories, refine test plans, and align automation scope with sprint goals.
• Maintain traceability between requirements, test cases, scripts, and defects using tools like JIRA, Xray, or similar.
• Integrate test suites into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions) to ensure continuous quality feedback.
• Lead root cause analysis, defect triaging, and provide recommendations for process and automation improvements.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and test documentation reviews.
• Mentor and guide junior QC engineers on automation, mobile testing, and test strategy best practices

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 4–5 years of hands-on experience in automation, manual, and mobile testing.
• Strong proficiency in Python for automation and scripting (must-have).
• Experience with Robot Framework, Selenium, and optionally Appium or other mobile test frameworks.
• Proficiency in API testing tools such as Postman, and familiarity with XPath, CSS Selectors, and browser/mobile developer tools.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools like Git, Jenkins, and GitHub Actions.
• Comfortable working with mobile testing platforms including emulators, real devices, or cloud device labs.
• Strong grasp of test design techniques, bug life cycle, Agile principles, and quality assurance best practices

Added Value:

• Familiarity with the Salesforce platform, including Lightning UI, custom objects, flows, and validation rules.
• Exposure to AI/ML testing, including model fairness, accuracy validation, and explainability.
• Awareness of compliance or regulatory frameworks such as:
• o ISO/IEC 29119 – structured testing processes
• o FDA 21 CFR Part 11 – audit trail and electronic record standards

Soft Skills & Professional Attitude:

• Clear communicator with the ability to work in regulated, compliance-sensitive environments.
• Self-motivated, “go-getter” attitude with ownership of deliverables.
• Excellent problem-solving skills across automation, AI, and mobile domains.
• Strong organizational and prioritization abilities in fast-paced Agile environments.
• Collaborative team player and share domain knowledge.
• Passion for continuous learning in areas like AI ethics, mobile usability, and QC best practices.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

• Real-world impact in building quality-first Salesforce-based web & mobile platforms.
• Mentorship in regulatory testing aligned to compliance standards frameworks.
• Full access to modern automation and mobile testing stacks (Robot Framework, Appium, etc.).
• Exposure to Salesforce products, clinical workflows, patient safety-critical software, and AI/NLP validation.
• Flexible work culture emphasizing quality, traceability, compliance, and professional growth.