Senior QA Automation

Softana; Ras Al Khaimah; Presencial; AED 201 000 - 335 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Relocation package

Flights partially covered

Up to 2 weeks hotel accommodation

Full visa support for you and family

Private medical insurance

Paid annual leave

Resumo da oferta

Softana in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE seeks a QA Automation Engineer to drive quality across modern tech stacks. You will design and maintain end-to-end tests in TypeScript, build robust frameworks alongside the application code, and collaborate across the feature lifecycle.

You will champion shift-left testing, CI/CD integration, and test observability, working with Backend, Frontend, and DevOps teams to continuously improve testing practices.

Qualificações

• 3–5+ years in test automation within product or platform teams.
• Hands-on TypeScript/JavaScript and E2E testing experience.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Backend, Frontend, and DevOps.
• Experience with Playwright or similar modern E2E frameworks.
• Knowledge of test pyramids, shift-left and contract testing.
• REST API testing, data validation and system testing.
• Ability to design mocks, stubs and test doubles.
• CI/CD experience and test observability tools.
• Excellent English, both written and spoken.

Responsabilidades

• Design, implement, and maintain end-to-end automated tests in TypeScript.
• Collaborate with developers across feature design, implementation, and fixes.
• Define test strategies at feature and system levels.
• Develop and improve the automation framework.
• Choose mocks, stubs, or real integrations per testing goals.
• Ensure tests are reliable and CI/CD friendly.
• Participate in code reviews for test and application code.
• Provide fast, actionable quality feedback to the team.
• Promote built-in quality and continuous testing improvements.

Conhecimentos

TypeScript

Playwright

E2E testing

CI/CD integration

REST API testing

Test frameworks

Cross-functional collaboration

Mocks & stubs

English communication

Ferramentas

Docker

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Onsite - Ras Al Khaimah, UAE

About the Company

Softana is a product development company based in Ras Al Khaimah. We care about people who'll use our products. That's why we make our software flexible and human- friendly.

What we do:

• Product development - developing end-to-end web and mobile applications and platforms.
• System integration - connecting software, CRMs, and other tools
• After - launch support - performing ongoing monitoring, security updates, or scaling.

About the Role

Are you an experienced QA Automation Engineer passionate about shifting testing left and building robust frameworks alongside application code? Join a high-performing cross-functional team where you will drive quality across modern tech stacks using TypeScript and Playwright. If you thrive in collaborative environments and want to elevate testing strategies for complex platforms, this is the perfect opportunity to make a tangible impact.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain end-to-end automated tests in TypeScript, developed and maintained alongside the application code
• Collaborate closely with developers throughout the feature lifecycle, including design, implementation, and defect resolution
• Participate in defining test strategies at both feature and system levels
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the automation testing framework
• Make informed decisions on the appropriate use of mocks, stubs, or real integrations depending on testing goals
• Ensure automated tests are reliable, maintainable, and suitable for execution in CI/CD pipelines
• Participate in code reviews for test code and, when appropriate, application code
• Provide fast, clear, and actionable feedback on quality and defects to the development team
• Promote a built-in quality mindset and continuous improvement of testing practices across the team

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of experience in test automation within product or platform teams
• Strong hands-on experience with TypeScript / JavaScript
• Experience writing end-to-end tests alongside application code (near-code / monorepo approach)
• Proven experience working in cross-functional teams with close collaboration with Backend, Frontend, and DevOps engineers
• Practical experience with modern E2E testing frameworks (Playwright or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of testing principles and strategies, including the test pyramid, shift-left approach, and contract testing
• Experience with REST API testing, data validation, and system-level testing
• Ability to design and implement mocks, stubs, and other test doubles to ensure stable and isolated tests
• Solid understanding of object-oriented and/or functional programming concepts as applied to test code and frameworks
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar)
• Familiarity with test observability and reporting tools (e.g., Allure, TestOps, CI-based reporting)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to actively participate in technical discussions and challenge requirements constructively
• English proficiency at Intermediate level or higher, both written and spoken

Nice to Have

• Experience writing and maintaining integration tests (service-to-service, contract-based testing)
• Experience contributing to the design and evolution of test automation frameworks
• Practical knowledge of Docker and test environment configuration
• Experience testing GraphQL APIs
• Experience with distributed systems or high-load platforms
• Experience in non-functional testing, including performance, reliability, and resilience testing

What's in It for You

• Financial Growth: Highly competitive remuneration level with structured annual performance reviews.
• Global Mobility: A comprehensive relocation package including flights (partially covered), up to 2 weeks of hotel accommodation, and full visa support for you and your family.
• Work-Life Balance: 21 days of paid annual leave plus an additional 6 fully paid sick days to ensure you rest and recharge
• Health&Wellness: Private medical insurance

Our Recruitment Process

We respect your time and aim to keep our process transparent and efficient:

1. Initial Screen: A casual conversation with a Lionhires Recruiter to discuss your background and expectations.
2. Product Discussion: A deep dive into your product methodology and experience with the Hiring Manager.
3. Final Interview: A strategic conversation with key Business Stakeholders
4. Intro Calls with C-level
5. Offer: Welcome aboard!