Contract QA Engineer (Remote - EU)

Jobgether; Portugal; Teletrabalho; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive compensation for contract engagement

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunity to work with innovative teams

Exposure to complex software systems

Collaborative work environment

Resumo da oferta

A tech company is seeking a Contract QA Engineer to ensure software quality through automated and manual testing. Responsibilities include designing testing frameworks and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates have strong QA expertise, experience in Node.js, and familiarity with testing tools. This remote-first role offers competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements.

Qualificações

• Proven experience as an Automation or QA Engineer.
• Hands-on experience in Node.js environments.
• Familiarity with test automation tools.
• Knowledge of QA methodologies and Agile frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

Responsabilidades

• Design, implement, and maintain automated build and test processes.
• Collaborate with QA engineers to define and improve testing strategies.
• Report bugs and troubleshoot issues.
• Conduct post-release testing to verify changes.
• Drive adoption of tools to enhance code quality.

Conhecimentos

Automation testing

Node.js

Test automation tools (Playwright, BrowserStack)

Performance testing tools (k6, JMeter)

QA methodologies

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Agile frameworks

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Overview

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of YLD. We are currently looking for a Contract QA Engineer in EU.

As a Contract QA Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of software applications by performing automated, manual, and exploratory testing. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify, report, and troubleshoot issues, helping to deliver robust and scalable solutions. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to complex Node.js environments while developing testing frameworks and strategies. You will collaborate in a dynamic, remote-first environment, helping shape testing best practices and ensuring high-quality deliverables that meet both technical and business expectations.

Accountabilities

• Design, implement, and maintain automated build, test, and release processes
• Develop and maintain test automation frameworks and reusable test scripts
• Evaluate product code against specifications and ensure functionality, reliability, and performance
• Collaborate with QA engineers and cross-functional teams to define and improve testing strategies and plans
• Report bugs, troubleshoot issues, and ensure continuous improvement of product quality
• Conduct post-release and post-implementation testing to verify changes
• Drive adoption of tools, frameworks, and best practices to enhance testability and code quality

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Automation or QA Engineer, or in a similar role
• Hands-on experience in Node.js environments
• Familiarity with test automation tools (e.g., Playwright, BrowserStack) and performance/load testing tools (e.g., k6, JMeter)
• Knowledge of QA methodologies, Agile frameworks, and regression testing
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work in a dynamic, remote-first environment with a focus on client expectations
• English fluency

Benefits

• Competitive compensation for contract engagement
• Flexible working arrangements with remote-first setup across EU
• Opportunity to work with innovative teams and develop new skills in QA and software engineering
• Exposure to complex software systems and cutting-edge testing tools
• Collaborative and ethical work environment with a focus on professional growth

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.

Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.

It compares your profile to the job's core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.

Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.

When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Non-profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education