Contractor: Lead QA Automation Engineer

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2 Locations
Remote
Senior level
Edtech
Meaningful classroom learning for every student.
The Role
The Principal QA Automation Engineer will develop and implement a new test automation framework using TypeScript and WebdriverIO/PlayWright. Responsibilities include building scalable automation frameworks, migrating existing tests, developing automated regression test cases, and advocating for software quality throughout the development process while collaborating with various stakeholders.
Summary Generated by Built In

Seeking to hire a long-term Contractor based out of Argentina or Mexico for a Principal Automation Engineer to be an expert in the development and implementation of a new test automation framework. This role focuses on building a scalable typescript/WebdriverIO/PlayWright-based automation framework, migrating existing automated tests, and adding new tests to the new framework with the help of existing QE engineers

Scope of Services:

  • Architect, develop and maintain scalable, automated frameworks and tests.
  • Building a new automation framework using TypeScript and WebdriverIO/PlayWright.
  • Responsible for developing automated regression test cases using existing automated tests and or manual test cases.
  • Build test automation from scratch at the services/API layer.
  • Collaborate with Developers, product owners, and other SDETs to strategize and build automation scripts.
  • Be an advocate for software quality throughout all phases of development.
  • Effectively communicate test status and progress to all stakeholders. You will find, document, and track bugs as needed.
  • Support production releases as needed

Skills & Experience:

  • 8+ years of software testing and quality assurance experience.
  • Strong programming skills in languages such as TypeScript and Python. Proficiency in TypeScript required.
  • 6 + years of experience developing software automation frameworks and test scripts using TypeScript/JavaScript or Python.
  • 4 + years of WebdriverIO/PlayWright experience.
  • 6 + years experience building web and mobile(appium) automated test scripts.
  • Experience with Cloud-Native technologies and platforms like AWS/GitHub Action.
  • Must have proven experience as a technical QA engineer building enterprise-level automation frameworks.
  • Hands-on experience in building automated scripts in an agile environment.
  • A Bachelor's Degree in computer science or engineering is preferred.

Please note that given the nature of the contract, this role will not be eligible to participate in company-sponsored benefits. 

Top Skills

Python
Typescript
The Company
New York, NY
476 Employees
Remote Workplace
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

We are on a mission to deliver meaningful classroom learning for every student. We’re an edtech company that brings together digital content with integrated assessments and insights. The result is more engaged readers—and engaged readers are better learners.

Why Work With Us

Newsela is built on a mission of providing meaningful classroom learning for every student. We’re not only making a difference in the classroom; we’re focused on building an inclusive and supportive culture internally by encouraging continued learning, celebrating what makes our team unique, and working together to empower minds everywhere.

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