Quality Automation Engineer

Software Testing Notes; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Litera in Denver is seeking a QA/Automation Engineer to empower teams to ship faster by building scalable automation, Azure DevOps workflows, and quality infrastructure that make quality measurable and embedded in the SDLC.

You will own test frameworks, drive shift-left testing, and collaborate across engineering to improve developer productivity and release confidence. The role offers a base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, with a bonus plan.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with modern test automation frameworks (e.g., Playwright, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG).
• Design and build scalable test frameworks, internal tooling, or shared quality platforms.
• Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines and developer workflows (GitHub Actions, GitLab, Azure DevOps).
• Proven impact on developer productivity, release confidence, and cycle time reduction.
• Strong quality engineering mindset with shift-left testing and testability-first design.
• Ability to simplify complex systems and collaborate across engineering teams.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Responsibilities

• Enable higher engineering velocity by reducing test overhead, failures, and manual troubleshooting.
• Increase release confidence by reducing defects and shortening delivery cycles.
• Own test stability and drive root-cause fixes for reliable outcomes.
• Build scalable automation solutions using modern frameworks to support long-term efficiency.
• Design self-service testing systems for independent quality workflow management.
• Embed testing into CI/CD pipelines to accelerate time to market and feedback.
• Develop internal platforms and tooling to improve developer productivity and standardize practices.
• Champion shift-left testing to embed quality early across the development lifecycle.

Skills

Test automation frameworks

Scalable test frameworks

CI/CD pipelines

Developer workflows

Shift-left testing

Collaboration across teams

Cloud platforms

Job description

Where You’ll Work

This role is hybrid based in Denver, Colorado. We’re looking for someone within a reasonable commuting distance who can join us in the office at least three days a week for collaboration and connection.

Why this Role Matters

In this role, you will enable teams to ship faster and with greater confidence by building scalable automation, Azure DevOps workflows, and quality infrastructure that make quality measurable, observable, and embedded throughout the SDLC.

What You’ll Deliver

• Enable higher engineering velocity by reducing time spent on test overhead, failures, and manual troubleshooting.
• Increase release confidence by reducing defects, improving reliability, and shortening delivery cycles.
• Own test stability and flakiness elimination, driving root‑cause fixes and predictable test outcomes.
• Build scalable, maintainable automation solutions using modern frameworks and languages to support long‑term efficiency.
• Design and deliver self‑service testing systems that allow teams to independently manage and scale quality workflows.
• Embed testing seamlessly into CI/CD pipelines to accelerate time to market and improve feedback loops.
• Develop internal platforms and tooling that improve developer productivity and standardize quality practices.
• Champion shift‑left testing practices to embed quality early and consistently across the development lifecycle.

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 4+ years of experience with modern test automation frameworks (e.g., Playwright, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG).
• Proven ability to design and build scalable test frameworks, internal tooling, or shared quality platforms.
• Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines and developer workflows (GitHub Actions, GitLab, Azure DevOps).
• Demonstrated impact on improving developer productivity, increasing release confidence, and reducing cycle time.
• Strong quality engineering mindset, including shift‑left testing and testability‑first design.
• Ability to simplify complex systems and collaborate effectively across engineering teams.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Nice to Haves

• Understanding of modern system architecture and design patterns.
• Exposure to resilience, reliability, or production‑quality engineering practices.
• Experience with AI‑assisted testing or automated test generation tools.

You’ll Experience

• A team that shows up. Work alongside people who collaborate, support one another, and lead with integrity.
• Global reach. Partner with teams around the world to solve complex challenges that matter.
• Real opportunity for growth. Expand your impact through meaningful stretch opportunities, visibility, and career development.
• AI‑driven innovation. Work at the intersection of legal technology, customer outcomes, and cutting‑edge AI.

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $80,000 to $120,000. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, education, and other relevant qualifications. This role is also eligible to participate in a company bonus plan.

In addition to base salary, Litera offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and incentive and recognition programs. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

Litera is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.