Test Automation Engineer I

KNAPP

$70K — $95K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • 3-5 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance with expertise in test automation.
  • Proficiency in JavaScript or Python for test automation.
  • Experience in building and optimizing CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing.
  • Intermediate knowledge of SQL and PL/SQL for data validation.
  • Understanding of software design practices and architectural patterns.
  • Experience in scripting CI/CD pipelines using YAML, Bash, or PowerShell.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain automated test frameworks for testing functions and integrations.
  • Implement automated test suites aligned with project and product needs.
  • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for continuous validation.
  • Enhance automation KPIs, like pipeline stability and defect detection.
  • Document automation approaches and support knowledge sharing.
  • Foster collaboration by sharing best practices in test automation.
  • Engage in continuous improvement activities like peer reviews and problem-solving.
  • Contribute to the design and enhancement of automation frameworks.

Benefits

  • 2 remote days per week
  • Half day Fridays
  • Beautiful new office complex in Kennesaw, GA
  • Industry competitive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Generous 401k match with no vesting
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Profit sharing and subsidized daycare
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Pet insurance and subsidized food delivery
  • Monthly celebrations and quarterly employee events
  • Focus on corporate social responsibility initiatives.
Full Job Description
WHAT YOU GET TO DO

The Test Automation Engineer will develop and maintain automated testing solutions that enhance product quality, strengthen CI/CD processes, and support reliable, efficient software releases. This role is suited for someone with strong problem-solving skills who is committed to improving test efficiency, preventing defects, and driving continuous quality improvements.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain automated test frameworks for functional, integration, and regression testing.
  • Implement automated test suites aligned with project requirements and product lifecycle needs.
  • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous validation and fast feedback loops.
  • Contribute to improving automation KPIs, including pipeline stability and early defect detection.
  • Document automation approaches, maintain test artifacts, and support internal knowledge sharing.
  • Support a collaborative environment by sharing knowledge, reusable assets, and best practices focused on test automation.
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities, including peer reviews and collaborative problem-solving.
  • Contribute to the design and enhancement of automation frameworks to ensure scalability, reliability, and long-term sustainability.


WHAT YOU HAVE
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • 3-5 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance with a proven track record in test automation strategy and implementation.
  • Intermediate to advanced level of proficiency in at least one programming language relevant to test automation, with JavaScript or Python preferred due to their central role in our automation frameworks.
  • Intermediate experience building and optimizing CI/CD pipelines that support continuous testing, validation, and automated reporting.
  • Intermediate knowledge of SQL and PL/SQL for data validation and database-related automation.
  • Demonstrated understanding of modern software development technologies and design practices and common architectural patterns.
  • Preferred Experience scripting CI/CD pipelines (YAML, Bash, PowerShell).
  • Demonstrated Understanding logistical workflows and processes with the ability to automate end-to-end integration tests.
  • Prior Linux experience, including automation in mixed Linux/Windows environments.

WHAT YOU WILL GET

  • 2 remote days per week
  • Half day Fridays
  • A beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GA
  • Industry competitive compensation
  • Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
  • 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Subsidized Daycare
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Pet Insurance
  • Subsidized food delivery
  • Monthly celebrations
  • Quarterly employee events
  • Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteering


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