QA Automation Engineer

Syone; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Syone is seeking an QA Automation Engineer to develop and maintain automated test suites for web applications, API validation, and CI/CD pipeline integration. The role requires hands-on experience with major web automation frameworks and API testing tools, plus Docker/Kubernetes in test environments.

You will collaborate with developers and product managers in an Agile setting, write precise defect reports, and ensure data integrity through SQL verification across distributed systems.

Qualifications

• Experience building automated tests for web applications using modern frameworks.
• Experience in API testing and validation with REST tools.
• Familiarity with CI/CD and deployment pipelines.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes in test environments.
• Strong SQL data verification and query skills.
• Proactive collaboration in Agile teams.

Responsibilities

• Automation Framework Development: design, write, and maintain scalable automated test scripts for web apps using Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium.
• API Testing & Validation: build and execute automated test suites for REST APIs and microservices using Postman, Newman, RestAssured, or PyTest.
• CI/CD Integration: integrate automated tests into pipelines with Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Environment & Container Management: work with Docker and Kubernetes to deploy and run tests in isolated environments.
• Data Verification: write and run SQL queries to validate data integrity and create test data.
• Agile Collaboration: participate in Scrum/Kanban ceremonies with developers and product managers to map requirements into testable scenarios.
• Bug Tracking & Quality Control: log detailed defect reports and perform test sign-offs after fixes are deployed.

Skills

Playwright

Cypress

Selenium

Postman

RestAssured

PyTest

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL

Git

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Postman

Git

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

SQL tooling

Job description

QA Automation Engineer @ SyoneBack to all rolesQA Automation EngineerJob detailsProfessional ServicesLisbon (Hybrid), Porto (Hybrid)Full-timeOn-site### What you will do:* **Automation Framework Development:** Design, write, and maintain scalable and reliable automated test scripts for web applications using modern tools like Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium.* **API Testing & Validation:** Build and execute automated test suites for REST APIs and distributed microservices architectures using Postman, Newman, RestAssured, or PyTest.* **CI/CD Integration:** Integrate automated tests directly into continuous delivery pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions to ensure automated quality gates on every release.* **Environment & Container Management:** Work with Docker containers and navigate basic Kubernetes setups to deploy, run, and troubleshoot automated tests in isolated test environments.* **Data Verification:** Write and execute SQL queries to perform database validation, set up dynamic test data, and ensure data integrity across systems.* **Agile Collaboration:** Participate actively in Agile ceremonies (Scrum/Kanban), collaborating closely with developers and product managers to map requirements into testable scenarios and catch edge cases early.* **Bug Tracking & Quality Control:** Perform root-cause analysis on test failures, log highly detailed defect reports with concrete logs or evidence, and perform test sign-offs once fixes are deployed.### What you need to bring:* **Web Automation Tooling:** Hands-on experience developing and maintaining automated test scripts using at least one major web automation framework (Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium).* **API Testing & Automation:** Proficiency in functional and automated API testing using tools or libraries such as Postman, Newman, RestAssured, or PyTest**.*** **CI/CD Platforms:** Direct experience integrating automated test suites into DevOps deployment pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.* **Containers & Orchestration:** Solid understanding of Docker for containerizing test environments, alongside practical knowledge of Kubernetes concepts.* **Version Control:** Mastery of Git for source code management, branching strategies, and collaboration.* **Database & Data Querying:** Competency in writing and executing SQL queries to validate backend data integrity and prepare test data.By applying, you accept our GDPR policies. Your personal data in your CV and documents will be used solely for processing your application at SYONE. SYONE, S.A. (NIPC 504729624) is the data controller, located at Rua Alfredo da Silva, 8-A, Edifício Stern, Piso 3D, 2610-016 Amadora. We will use your data to tailor your application to relevant vacancies and for potential employment contracts. If selected, your data will be kept during your employment and for at least two years after. If not selected, your data will be kept for two years for future vacancies and then deleted, except for your contact details. You can exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, etc.) by emailing [e-mail]. Your data may be shared with our HR service providers and will be stored securely. You can withdraw your consent at any time. We will not use your data for other purposes without your express consent. For more information, email [e-mail]. Your data will not be used for other purposes without your express consent.