Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer - Information Technology

Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in QA automation and performance testing
  • Proficiency in tools such as Selenium, Cypress, JMeter, or LoadRunner
  • Strong programming skills in Java, Python, or JavaScript
  • Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins or Azure DevOps
  • Solid understanding of Agile, Scrum, and DevOps methodologies

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain scalable test automation frameworks for UI, API, and backend
  • Develop and execute performance tests for system scalability and reliability
  • Define and evolve test strategy and quality standards across teams
  • Track and report on key quality metrics to drive improvements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines
  • Mentor junior QA engineers to foster team growth and knowledge sharing
  • Conduct security and compliance testing against standards

Benefits

  • Mentorship and coaching opportunities
  • Exposure to cutting-edge testing tools and technologies
  • Collaboration with diverse teams across the organization
  • A culture that emphasizes quality, transparency, and continuous improvement
  • Growth opportunities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Senior QA Automation Engineer will be a key contributor to our software quality efforts, responsible for building and maintaining robust automation and performance testing solutions. This role goes beyond scripting• it includes ownership of test strategy, architecture, and quality standards. The engineer will mentor junior QA team members, drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality is embedded throughout the development lifecycle. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of hands-on experience in automation, combines technical depth with leadership qualities, and brings a passion for innovation and quality.

You will
  • Design, implement, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks for UI, API, and backend systems.
  • Develop and execute performance, load, and stress tests to assess system scalability and reliability.
  • Define and evolve test strategy, architecture, and quality standards across projects and teams.
  • Establish, track, and report on key quality metrics to assess effectiveness and drive process improvements.
  • Evaluate and introduce new tools, frameworks, and technologies to enhance automation and overall quality.
  • Collaborate with developers, product managers, DevOps, and business stakeholders to integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines and ensure shared ownership of quality.
  • Clearly communicate quality status, risks, and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders, enabling informed decision-making.
  • Mentor and coach junior QA engineers to foster team growth, technical excellence, and knowledge sharing.
  • Conduct security and compliance testing to ensure adherence to internal and external standards.
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to quality-focused development practices.
  • Troubleshoot test failures and work with engineering teams to resolve issues efficiently.
  • Stay current with industry trends and best practices in test automation and performance engineering.

You have
  • 5+ years of experience in QA automation and performance testing.
  • Proficiency in tools such as Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, JMeter, Gatling, or LoadRunner.
  • Strong programming/scripting skills in Java, Python, or JavaScript.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
  • Solid understanding of Agile, Scrum, and DevOps methodologies.
  • Experience with security and compliance testing frameworks is a plus.
  • Proven ability to mentor and lead junior engineers.
  • Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication.
  • Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
  • Adaptability in fast-paced, evolving environments.
  • Growth mindset with a passion for learning and innovation.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Commitment to fostering a culture of quality, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.

About Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification

The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is a non-profit organization that sets standards for the cleaning and restoration industry. The IICRC was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. The organization provides training and certification programs for professionals in the industry, and also serves as a resource for consumers seeking information about cleaning and restoration services. The IICRC has developed several standards for the industry, including the ANSI/IICRC S500 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Water Damage Restoration and the ANSI/IICRC S520 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation. The current President of the IICRC is Kevin Pearson.
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