Sr. Automation Engineer

Quality Ai; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Healthcare benefits

Employee perks

Job summary

QualityAI is seeking a Sr. Automation Engineer to help ensure the quality and reliability of our software products. The role focuses on automated and manual testing, crafting robust test scripts, and driving defect identification and resolution.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, leverage SQL for data validation, and participate in Agile ceremonies to refine User Stories and testing processes. A strong attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as an Automation Tester or similar role.
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and automated testing to identify defects and improve quality.
• Develop and execute test scripts based on User Stories and acceptance criteria.
• Identify defects, document, and retest after fixes.
• Collaborate with developers, BAs, and PMs to clarify requirements.
• Use SQL to query databases and validate test cases.
• Conduct regression testing to ensure changes don’t break existing functionality.

Skills

Automation testing

Agile methodologies

Analytical thinking

Tools

SQL

Job description

Sr. Automation Engineer

Date: 12 Oct 2026

Company: QualityAI

Country/Region: US

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Automation Tester to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a mid-level proficiency and a strong ability to quickly learn new applications.

As an Automation Tester, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products through thorough testing and analysis. Your attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work collaboratively will be essential to your success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform Manual & Automation & Develop Automated Test of software applications to identify defects, inconsistencies, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and execute test scripts based on project User Stories and Acceptance Criteria and specifications.
• Identify and document software defects and retest defects once fixed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and project managers, to ensure effective communication and timely issue resolution.
• Utilize SQL to query databases and validate test cases during testing.
• Conduct regression testing to ensure that software changes and updates do not negatively impact existing functionality.
• Participate in the creation and maintenance of test documentation, including test plans, test scripts, and test reports.
• Ramp up on business application knowledge quickly.
• Provide input into the design and improvement of testing processes and methodologies.
• Identify and test edge cases to ensure comprehensive test coverage and uncover potential issues that may not be captured by the acceptance criteria alone.
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, and developers to gain clarity on User Stories and gather additional information to enhance the testing process.
• Proactively communicate with stakeholders to clarify requirements and gather feedback on test cases, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning and backlog refinement, to contribute to the refinement and improvement of User Stories.
• Ability to locate the test data, create new or modify existing data.
• Perform back end data driven testing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Automation Tester or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, processes, and best practices.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.

Benefits

Why QualityAI?

• Be a part of a company who strives to support for diversity and inclusion in the workplace – we are one, we are many at QualityAI. Celebrate culture, share knowledge with engineers from around the globe, and inspire each other through our differences.We have more than 40% women and around 120 different nationalities.
• Local and global opportunities – we offer you internal rotation and international mobility opportunities to grow your career.
• Clear view of your career and progression with the company – QualityAI is growing massively (since 2021 – tripled our employees base – we now have more than 8,000 engineers) and giving you the opportunity to grow with us.
• Work hard and play harder with our flexible and casual culture. Take a break from work and join an employee event, orenjoy the amenities and games provided from one of our Employees Centers. Save your earnings and prepare for your future by enrolling in our 401k plan where QualityAI will match your contributions accelerating your savings plan.
• Take care of health with enrollment into one of our competitive healthcare benefits. QualityAI will match towards your HSA if you choose to participate.
• Never stop experimenting and learning withQCraft – our Learning & Development platform: 50,000+ courses, 300+ virtual labs, mentorship and leadership programs, professional tribes, sponsored certifications, and much more.
• Earn bonuses via our Client Referral and Employee Referral Program’s. Refer and earn – tap your network for net-worth.
• We recognize our employees work via our Qudos platform - You can earn bonuses and spot awards by celebrating your and your peers’ achievements.
• Planning a vacation? Looking for car insurance? Get access to QualityAI Employee Perks for discounts on anything from travel to electronics. With so many offerings the savings are endless!
• A Competitive pay, the salary range for the role is $100,000 - $115,000.
• Intrigued to find more about us?
• Visit our website at https://www.quality-ai.com/