Principal Quality Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Principal Quality Engineer (AI): Leading the design and evolution of automation frameworks with an accent on AI-driven testing methodologies and predictive analytics. Focus on building scalable automation solutions, driving shift-left practices, and ensuring quality across complex CI/CD pipelines.

Location: Must be based in or near Boston, MA (Hybrid: 2 days/week in office)

Salary: $120,000–$140,000

Company

A values-driven insurance company committed to innovation, employee well-being, and community involvement.

What you will do

• Lead the design and implementation of automation frameworks using Playwright and Cucumber.
• Drive an automation-first mindset across UI, API, integration, and regression testing layers.
• Partner with developers to improve code quality through testability reviews and shift-left practices.
• Integrate automated tests into modern CI/CD pipelines like GitHub Actions or Jenkins.
• Define and enforce best practices for defect triage, root-cause analysis, and quality gates.
• Lead enablement sessions on TypeScript and continuous testing best practices.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in software test automation or engineering.
• 5+ years in a principal or lead role.
• Deep hands-on expertise with TypeScript, Playwright, and Cucumber.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native application testing.
• Must be able to work in the Boston office 2 days per week.

Nice to have

• Experience in the insurance or financial services domain.
• Familiarity with Agile/SAFe practices.
• Experience with performance testing and observability tools.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with 401(k) matching.
• Generous PTO policy including 24 days off, 10 holidays, and paid sabbatical after 5 years.
• Paid parental leave and financial adoption assistance.
• Annual fitness reimbursement and mental health support via Headspace.
• Modern office environment with a focus on volunteerism and social responsibility.