Lead Test Automation Engineer in Python Remote

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automation and performance testing solutions that meet organizational standards and create reliable, reusable, and maintainable automated test suites and frameworks
• Identify test cases suitable for automation and implement robust test automation strategies
• Develop tools and frameworks with quality code to streamline complex testing scenarios
• Create detailed test plans and test cases, execute them, and analyze/report results to relevant teams
• Collaborate closely with development teams to ensure timely delivery of functional, high-quality software that meets specified acceptance criteria
• Lead testing efforts by planning and delegating tasks to other team members and ensuring timely completion
• Offer technical guidance to project staff, ensuring compliance with testing best practices
• Perform reviews and approvals of test scripts, results, and defect descriptions created by team members
• Enhance, debug, and execute test cases while resolving issues effectively
• Manage and monitor the defect management lifecycle
• Develop and optimize testing for web applications, APIs/services, and database functionalities
• Participate actively in Agile environments, including scoping sessions, functional reviews, technical design reviews, and test planning
• Contribute to discussions on test automation strategies during architecture and design reviews
• Leverage CI/CD processes and continuous testing methodologies to improve testing efficiency
• Analyze risks and estimate workloads to ensure quality deliverables
• Collect and report quality assurance metrics to drive informed decision-making

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in software testing across all phases, including planning, execution, and closure
• Knowledge of QA methodologies, best practices, and testing strategies
• 5+ years of background in automation testing with expertise in Python and Selenium
• 4+ years of background in Agile processes, preferably Scrum
• Skills in designing, creating, and maintaining test automation frameworks
• Proficiency in using SQL for database query operations
• Familiarity with distributed version control systems such as Git
• Expertise in test data management techniques
• Competency with defect tracking and change management tools

Nice to have

• Showcase of experience in developing tools to simplify test scenarios
• Familiarity with performance testing strategies and tools
• Capability to assess and improve the defect management lifecycle
• Understanding of risk-based testing approaches in Agile environments
• Flexibility to adapt to shifts in testing priorities and requirements

We offer

• We gather like-minded people:
  • Engineering community of industry professionals
  • Friendly team and enjoyable working environment
  • Flexible schedule and opportunity to work remotely within Poland
  • Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually
  • Relocation within our 50+ offices
• We provide growth opportunities:
  • Outstanding career roadmap
  • Leadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programs
  • Certification (GCP, Azure, AWS)
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, Cloud Guru
  • English classes
• We cover it all:
  • Stable income (Employment Contract or B2B)
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)
  • Strategically located offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, fantastic coffee, and more
  • Referral bonuses
  • Corporate, social and well-being events
• Please, note:
  • The set of bonuses might vary based on the role you apply for – specifics will be discussed with our recruiter during the general interview
  • We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively