Staff Web Automation Engineer, Quality Engineering

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Staff Web Automation Engineer, Quality Engineering based in Brazil.

This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of software quality engineering by building advanced automation solutions for large-scale digital products. You will play a key role in designing, improving, and scaling testing strategies across complex systems and customer-facing experiences. The position combines technical leadership, automation expertise, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering teams. You will leverage modern tools, AI-driven approaches, and quality engineering practices to improve development speed, reliability, and product excellence. Working in a fast-paced global environment, you will help create scalable frameworks that support continuous delivery and innovation. This is an opportunity for an experienced engineer to influence engineering standards and drive impactful improvements across the organization.

Accountabilities:: As a Staff Web Automation Engineer, you will lead the development and evolution of automation strategies that ensure high-quality software delivery. You will collaborate with engineering, product, and quality teams to improve testing practices, build scalable solutions, and strengthen system reliability.

Lead the implementation of comprehensive test automation strategies across multiple testing layers, including unit, service, integration, and end-to-end testing.

Design, build, maintain, and optimize automated testing frameworks and tools to improve product quality and engineering efficiency.

Partner with engineering teams to increase test coverage, improve system testability, and promote best practices in software development.

Develop and maintain web automation solutions using modern frameworks and technologies.

Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous validation throughout the development lifecycle.

Troubleshoot complex technical issues, analyze failures, debug defects, and validate solutions before and after releases.

Participate in architecture and design discussions, providing guidance on building modular, scalable, and testable systems.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify quality risks and deliver reliable solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating existing processes, frameworks, and automation opportunities.

Act as a technical leader and mentor, promoting quality engineering practices across teams.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced automation engineer with strong programming skills, a deep understanding of quality engineering methodologies, and the ability to solve complex technical challenges in large-scale environments.

8+ years of professional experience in software testing, quality engineering, and test automation.

Strong programming experience in at least one language such as TypeScript or JavaScript, with strong scripting abilities.

Extensive knowledge of test automation methodologies, frameworks, and industry best practices.

Hands-on experience with web automation frameworks such as Playwright, Cypress, or similar technologies.

Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, Buildkite, Spinnaker, or equivalent platforms.

Strong understanding of version control systems, particularly Git-based workflows.

Ability to design solutions for ambiguous and complex problems involving multiple systems and teams.

Excellent debugging, analytical thinking, and troubleshooting skills.

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and contribute to high-impact technical initiatives.

Benefits:

The role offers a collaborative and innovative environment designed to support professional growth, flexibility, and employee well-being.

Opportunity to work on large-scale technology solutions with global impact.

Flexible working environment with remote work opportunities.

Access to modern engineering tools, technologies, and AI-driven development practices.

Opportunities for career growth, learning, and technical leadership development.

Collaborative culture focused on innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and expertise.

Employee benefits designed to support health, wellness, and work-life balance.

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