Senior QA Engineer

Ilabs; Munster; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

iLabs is a global software product engineering company offering QA leadership across Web, eCommerce, and cloud platforms. The role focuses on end-to-end QA strategy, automation using Playwright, and AI-assisted testing to improve release quality and speed.

You will collaborate with engineering and DevOps to embed quality in CI/CD, mentor junior QA engineers, and drive metrics and continuous improvement across complex systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance and Test Engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent).
• Proficiency in Playwright with strong automation and manual testing.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools, version control systems, API testing tools, and modern test management platforms.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end QA strategy ensuring high‑quality, scalable releases with minimal defects and faster time‑to‑market across complex web and platform systems.
• Own test architecture using QA automation tool (preferred in Playwright); design, build, and maintain robust automation frameworks and execute comprehensive manual test strategies.
• Leverage AI tools like Claude and Copilot to generate test cases, optimize scripts, and accelerate QA productivity and coverage.
• Partner with engineering, product, and DevOps teams to embed quality early and enable continuous testing within CI/CD pipelines.
• Lead, mentor, and upskill junior QA engineers; enforce best practices, code quality standards, and high‑performance delivery culture.
• Establish quality metrics, dashboards, and reporting to drive data‑backed decisions and continuous improvement.
• Identify risks proactively, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure production stability through rigorous validation cycles.
• Champion test optimization, reduce execution time, and improve coverage through intelligent automation and AI‑driven approaches.

Skills

QA Automation

Manual Testing

CI/CD

Agile methodologies

Software Quality Assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Playwright

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

iLabs is a global software product engineering company headquartered in Sri Lanka, with deep roots in the US Silicon Valley. We deliver world‑class solutions in Web, eCommerce, Mobile, AI/ML, and Cloud technologies, serving industries such as fintech, edtech, medtech, martech, and hospitality. Guided by our vision “to become a global powerhouse in information technology to push humanity forward” we focus on delivering innovative, impactful solutions that empower businesses and create meaningful change in the world.

With a global talent network, we build agile remote teams for leading tech companies worldwide, including Silicon Valley pioneers. Our in‑house ventures include Cloud of Goods, a fast‑growing eCommerce rental marketplace, and Xenia, a customizable web platform for modern businesses.

At iLabs, we’re on a mission to advance lifestyles through technology and empower our partners to scale smarter and faster. Our culture is driven by creativity, innovation, ownership, teamwork, and global impact; giving you the opportunity and freedom to challenge the norm, spark change, and make a real difference.

If you’re ready to break boundaries and create your defining moment, we’re here to make it happen. Be part of something bigger. Join iLabs

Job Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end QA strategy ensuring high‑quality, scalable releases with minimal defects and faster time‑to‑market across complex web and platform systems.
• Own test architecture using QA automation tool (preferred in Playwright); design, build, and maintain robust automation frameworks and execute comprehensive manual test strategies.
• Leverage AI tools like Claude and Copilot to generate test cases, optimize scripts, and accelerate QA productivity and coverage.
• Partner with engineering, product, and DevOps teams to embed quality early and enable continuous testing within CI/CD pipelines.
• Lead, mentor, and upskill junior QA engineers; enforce best practices, code quality standards, and high‑performance delivery culture.
• Establish quality metrics, dashboards, and reporting to drive data‑backed decisions and continuous improvement.
• Identify risks proactively, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure production stability through rigorous validation cycles.
• Champion test optimization, reduce execution time, and improve coverage through intelligent automation and AI‑driven approaches.

Working Hours: 1:00 PM–10:00 PM or 5:00 PM–2:00 AM, depending on the assigned project.

Job Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance and Test Engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency in Playwright with strong capability in both automation and manual testing.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools, version control systems, API testing tools, and modern test management platforms.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies, SDLC, and quality engineering best practices.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset, high ownership, and excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience scaling large web applications and maintaining high availability services
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of E-Commerce and subscription systems
• Experience with AWS is desirable
• Knowledge or experience of E-Commerce systems, Product Information Management (PIM) solutions
• Working experience with ElasticSearch
• Familiar with third‑party backend API integrations
• ISTQB or similar QA certifications.
• Experience with Netlify environments