QA Automation Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a QA Engineer to ensure the delivery of high-quality software through effective manual and automated testing. The role involves creating and executing test cases, identifying and reporting defects, and collaborating closely with development teams to ensure products meet functional and user requirements.

You’ll participate in sprint activities, validate new features, perform regression testing, and contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes in an Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Developers, BAs, Product Owners) to understand requirements and ensure test coverage.
• Design, develop, and execute test cases for web and backend systems based on functional and non-functional requirements.
• Build and maintain automated test suites using tools like Selenium, Playwright, or REST-assured.
• Validate end-to-end workflows across Pega or enterprise platforms, including business rules, integrations, and case lifecycle.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) and own testing efforts.
• Log, manage, and track defects in tools like JIRA or Azure DevOps, ensuring timely resolution.
• Work with Infrastructure teams to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Perform regression testing, smoke testing, and exploratory testing as needed.
• Contribute to test documentation, best practices, and knowledge sharing within the QA team.
• Continuously assess and improve test processes, tools, and techniques to ensure high product quality.
• Test cloud infrastructure in AWS and/or Azure environments, verifying deployment, configuration, and security of services.
• Ensure compliance with security best practices when testing cloud-based solutions and APIs, with a focus on secure data access and storage.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of hands-on experience in Quality Assurance and Test Automation.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language used for automation, such as Java or JavaScript
• Clear understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and ability to apply them in test automation frameworks.
• Proficiency in test automation tools such as Selenium, Playwright, REST-assured, or equivalent.
• Experience with version control tools (e.g., Git) to manage test assets and work alongside development teams.
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, SDLC, and Agile/Scrum practices.
• Experience testing web applications, APIs, and backend systems.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like AWS, Git, or Azure DevOps.
• Ability to write clear and concise test cases, bug reports, and documentation.
• Working knowledge of defect management tools such as JIRA or Azure DevOps.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

What we offer:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Referral bonus program
• 25 days annual paid leave
• Additional health insurance (outpatient & hospital medical care, dental care, coverage of dioptric glasses, and more)
• Free Psychological Counselling via Green Line and on the spot
• Newborn or newly adopted child bonus
• Food vouchers - 76.70 EUR/month (150 BGN)
• Upskilling & reskilling training programs and e-learning hub
• Recognition awards
• Sports cards (partially covered by the employer) and company sports initiatives
• Special company discounts
• Various social and charity initiatives