Senior Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

Crossover; Remote; ZAR 1 640 000; Full time

Job summary

A global software leader is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Automation Engineer to design AI-driven test automation frameworks and enhance product delivery cycles. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in Selenium and programming languages like Python, Java, or JavaScript. This full-time remote position offers competitive compensation of $50 USD per hour, and encourages innovative approaches to software quality assurance. Join a diverse team benefiting from a global working culture.

Benefits

Remote work flexibility

Competitive remuneration

Diverse workplace culture

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a QA automation role.
• AI-First mindset is essential.
• Familiarity with automation in a coding environment.

Responsibilities

• Design AI-driven test automation frameworks.
• Apply GenAI technologies to evaluate testing results.
• Generate load scenarios to detect potential failures.

Skills

Proficiency in Selenium

Python

Java

JavaScript

Tools

CI/CD platforms (Jenkins, GitHub Actions)

AI tools for automating QA workflows

Job description

The software sector is hindered by prolonged release timelines and defect-laden products, primarily because of legacy testing approaches. Conventional QA methodologies, even when augmented with rudimentary automation, consistently miss critical defects during early development stages, resulting in expensive delays and dissatisfied end users.

Industry data shows that more than 60% of software defects are identified after release, and quality-related issues impose a cost exceeding $2 trillion annually on the software industry. The need for accelerated, more dependable software necessitates a fundamental transformation in quality assurance strategy.

IgniteTech is spearheading this transformation by embedding GenAI capabilities throughout every phase of the QA lifecycle. Through AI-powered simulation of user interactions, automated generation of sophisticated test scenarios, and intelligent analysis of defect patterns, we achieve expedited releases with reduced bug counts. Becoming part of our team positions you at the cutting edge of innovation, leveraging AI to remove bottlenecks and anticipate issues before they materialize.

This position differs substantially from conventional QA roles. If you seek a traditional setting focused on manual test execution or monotonous automation scripting, you will find this opportunity unsuitable. In this role, you will take ownership of designing and advancing AI-powered test automation frameworks, implement predictive analytics to surface concealed risks, and contribute directly to the evolution of software quality practices. You will serve as the designer of adaptive, scalable solutions that respond to the demands of contemporary development—not a participant in an inflexible, obsolete workflow. If this represents the challenge you have been seeking, submit your application now to influence the trajectory of software development.

What You Will Be Doing

• Design and sustain AI-driven test automation frameworks that produce test cases, automation scripts, and test data for thorough validation coverage
• Apply GenAI technologies to evaluate testing results, detect defect patterns, and deliver actionable recommendations for ongoing enhancement
• Generate simulated user interactions, load scenarios, and boundary conditions to detect potential failures before they reach end users

Senior Quality Assurance Automation Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Leverage AI and automation technologies to accelerate product delivery cycles and reduce product defect rates

Basic Requirements

• AI-First Mindset (if your default approach is to write code first and then use AI tools to verify or enhance your code, rather than the other way around, then please do not apply)
• At least 2 years of experience in a QA automation role
• Proficiency in Selenium and one of the following languages: Python, Java, JavaScript
• Professional experience using AI tools to automate QA workflows
• Familiarity with CI/CD platforms, such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions

About IgniteTech

World-class talent. 100% global remote.

Ready to be a part of the top talent that IgniteTech has curated from thousands of applicants throughout the world? Come join us.

Through our portfolio of leading enterprise software solutions, we ignite business performance for thousands of customers globally. We’re big believers in the remote-work-from-anywhere lifestyle, which creates freedom for our team members and enables us to hire the best and brightest from around the world. A career with IgniteTech is challenging and fast-paced and we’re always looking for energetic and enthusiastic team members.

We’re an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity employer and we value the strength that diversity brings to our workplace.

There is so much to cover for this exciting role, and space here is limited. Hit the Apply button if you found this interesting and want to learn more. We look forward to meeting you!

Working with us

This is a full-time (40 hours per week), long‑term position. The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation level for this role is $50 USD/hour, which equates to $100,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult www.crossover.com/help-and-faqs for more details on this topic.

Crossover Job Code: LJ-5475-ZA-CapeTown-SeniorQualityA.001