Software Engineer in Test

Venngage; Brasil; On-site; BRL 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Brazil is seeking a Software Engineer in Test to enhance the quality and reliability of its products. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in software testing with a strong focus on test automation, particularly using Playwright and Selenium. The role involves designing robust test frameworks, collaborating closely with development teams, and managing test cases using tools like Qase and JIRA. This full-time position is suited for those passionate about quality assurance and modern testing practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in software testing with a strong focus on test automation.
• Hands-on expertise with Playwright and Selenium for UI test automation.
• Solid understanding of software testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and designers to define test strategies.
• Manage test cases, execution, and reporting using Qase and JIRA.

Skills

Test automation

Software testing methodologies

UI test automation with Playwright

Defect tracking in JIRA

Agile methodologies

Analytical skills

Debugging

Version control (Git)

Tools

Playwright

Selenium

Qase

Postman

Job description

We're seeking a talented Software Engineer in Test (SEIT) to join our engineering team and play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our products. You'll design, build, and maintain robust test automation frameworks while working closely with development teams to ship high-quality software faster. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong software engineering skills with a passion for quality and a deep understanding of modern testing practices.

What You'll Do

Test Automation & Framework Development

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks using Playwright and Selenium
• Write comprehensive automated tests covering UI, API, integration, and end-to-end scenarios
• Implement and optimize test suites for speed, reliability, and maintainability
• Reduce test flakiness and improve overall test suite stability
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing

Quality Strategy & Process

• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and designers to understand features and define test strategies
• Identify gaps in test coverage and proactively expand automation
• Champion quality best practices across engineering teams
• Participate in code reviews for both production and test code
• Contribute to improving development processes and quality standards

Test Management & Reporting

• Manage test cases, execution, and reporting using Qase and JIRA
• Create comprehensive test plans and maintain test documentation
• Track and report on quality metrics, test coverage, and defect trends
• Triage bugs, document reproduction steps, and work with developers on resolution
• Provide clear visibility into testing status and release readiness
• Partner with developers to implement testability improvements in production code
• Mentor team members on testing best practices and automation techniques
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging testing technologies
• Drive continuous improvement of testing processes and tooling

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in software testing with a strong focus on test automation
• Hands‑on expertise with Playwright and Selenium for UI test automation
• Proven experience with test management tools like Qase and defect tracking in JIRA
• Solid understanding of software testing methodologies (functional, regression, smoke, integration, E2E)
• Proficiency with version control systems (Git)
• Strong analytical and debugging skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with API testing tools (Postman, REST Assured, etc.)
• Experience testing and validating AI results
• Knowledge of performance and load testing tools (JMeter, k6, Gatling)
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Understanding of accessibility testing (WCAG standards)
• Background in security testing fundamentals
• Experience with visual regression testing tools
• Contributions to open‑source testing projects

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet

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