Senior QA Engineer (Test Automation & Platform Quality)

TL;DR

Senior QA Engineer (Test Automation & Platform Quality): Own end-to-end platform quality for deployed Kubernetes clusters, APIs, and the user interface with an accent on expanding automated test coverage and ensuring reliability through CI/CD integration. Focus on designing and maintaining automation frameworks, performing exploratory testing for uncovered areas, and troubleshooting issues with detailed engineering feedback.

Location: Czech Republic, Prague

Company

hirify.global empowers organizations to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and maintain automated tests for the platform (UI, APIs, and deployed cloud infrastructure).
• Expand end-to-end test coverage using Python and Playwright and other automation tools.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines in collaboration with development and DevOps.
• Run manual and exploratory testing for features not yet covered by automation.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and report issues with detailed feedback to engineering teams.
• Identify test coverage gaps, improve QA processes, and mentor junior QA engineers.

Requirements

• 4+ years of relevant QA experience with strong knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Hands-on experience with Python or Playwright for end-to-end testing.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes or containers.
• Experience with test automation in CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency with Linux command-line usage and troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective collaboration and communication.

Nice to have

• Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, RestAssured, Swagger).
• Knowledge of performance/load testing tools (e.g., k6, Locust).
• Exposure to Infrastructure-as-Code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Experience with hyperscalers (AWS, GCP, Azure) and/or contributions to open-source projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous PTO policy and support for work-life balance with Unplugged Days.
• Flexible WFH policy.
• Mental & physical wellness programs.
• Phone and internet reimbursement.
• Access to continued career development and comprehensive benefits.
• Paid volunteer time and employee resource groups.

Hiring process

• Interviews to assess QA automation experience, testing approach, and collaboration skills.
• Discussion of automation frameworks, CI/CD integration, and quality ownership.