Automation Test Engineer - Shape QA in an Early-Stage Startup

Nicely Co.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicely Co. is seeking an Automation Test Engineer to help build risk-based testing, defect prevention, test design, automation, release confidence, and quality measurement in an early-stage company.

This role offers ownership and direct collaboration across functions, with the chance to define QA standards, processes, and scalable systems as the company grows. You will turn priorities into actionable plans, document decisions, and maintain accurate records while advancing quality and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Experience with risk-based testing and defect prevention.
• Ability to design and implement test automation.
• Strong written and verbal communication across functions.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day work across risk-based testing, defect prevention, test design, automation, release confidence, and quality measurement.
• Translate priorities into documented plans, decisions, and measurable outcomes.
• Build lightweight, repeatable processes suitable for an early-stage company.
• Collaborate across functions to resolve dependencies and deliver complete outcomes.
• Identify risks early and escalate consequential decisions.
• Maintain accurate documentation and handle sensitive information responsibly.
• Use evidence to improve quality, efficiency, and stakeholder experience.
• Communicate progress, constraints, and results to teammates clearly.

Skills

risk-based testing

defect prevention

test design

automation

release confidence

quality measurement

communication

Job description

Nicely Co. is seeking an Automation Test Engineer to help build risk-based testing, defect prevention, test design, automation, release confidence, and quality measurement in an early-stage company.

This role offers ownership and direct collaboration across functions, with the chance to define QA standards, processes, and scalable systems as the company grows. You will turn priorities into actionable plans, document decisions, and maintain accurate records while advancing quality and stakeholder