Work Arrangement : Fully Remote – Must have reliable overlap with MST working hours
Job Type : Independent Contractor, Full-time
Work Schedule : Locations :
- LATAM : Mexico City (Mexico), Bogotá (Colombia), São Paulo (Brazil), Buenos Aires (Argentina)
- Philippines : Manila, Cebu, Davao
- Eastern Europe : Hungary, Ukraine, Poland
About Pearl Talent
Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They’re looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we’ve hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.
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Why Work with Us?
At Pearl, we’re not just another recruiting firm—we connect you with exceptional opportunities to work alongside visionary US and EU founders. Our focus is on placing you in roles where you can grow, be challenged, and build long-term, meaningful careers.
About the Company
The company is a fast-growing software company focused on delivering high-quality digital products to enterprise and startup clients. They emphasize reliability, scalability, and user experience — making quality assurance a central part of their product development process.
Role Overview
As an Automation QA Engineer , you’ll ensure that every release is reliable, scalable, and user-friendly. This role suits someone who thrives on analytical problem-solving, creative thinking, and testing products from a real user’s perspective. You’ll design and run automation frameworks, apply AI tools for testing, and work cross-functionally to maintain product excellence.
Core Responsibilities :
1. Automation Development (50%)
Develop and maintain automated test frameworks using tools like Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, Tosca, or KatalonConduct end-to-end testing across web, database, and API layers2. AI-Driven Testing & Optimization (20%)
Use AI tools to optimize QA processes and speed up testing cyclesApply user-centric testing approaches to identify real-world edge cases and usability gaps3. Collaboration & Quality Improvement (20%)
Collaborate with developers to debug issues, verify fixes, and improve release qualitySuggest process improvements and contribute to a culture of product reliability and excellence4. Documentation & Reporting (10%)
Analyze testing results, maintain documentation, and continuously improve automation coverageRequirements
Must-Have :
5+ years of experience in QA automation or software testingStrong understanding of automation testing tools (e.g., Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, Tosca, or Katalon)Familiarity with AI tools for product QA and workflow automationProficiency in database testing and API validationExcellent logical reasoning, problem-solving, and attention to detailAbility to think both critically and creatively, seeing from both technical and user perspectivesFast learner with adaptability to evolving tools and testing environmentsNice-to-Have :
Experience in performance or load testingExposure to DevOps pipelines and CI / CD integrationsFamiliarity with JavaScript, Python, or similar scripting languagesUnderstanding of UX testing principles or accessibility standardsTools Proficiency :
Automation : Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, Tosca, KatalonAPI Testing : Postman, REST Assured, SwaggerDatabase : MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDBVersion Control & CI / CD : Git, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similarAI & Automation Enhancements : ChatGPT, Testim, or similar AI-assisted QA toolsNice-to-Have :
Experience in performance or load testing (e.g., JMeter, Locust)Exposure to DevOps pipelines and CI / CD integrationsFamiliarity with JavaScript, Python, or similar scripting languagesUnderstanding of UX testing principles or accessibility standardsBenefits
Competitive Salary : Based on experience and skillsRemote Work : Fully remote—work from anywherePerformance Bonus : Based on data accuracy, reporting timeliness, and overall sales efficiencyTeam Incentives : Recognition for maintaining 100% CRM hygiene and on-time reportingGenerous PTO : In accordance with company policyHealth Coverage for PH-based talents : HMO coverage after 3 months for full-time employeesDirect Mentorship : Guidance from international industry expertsLearning & Development : Ongoing access to resources for professional growthGlobal Networking : Connect with professionals worldwideOur Recruitment Process
ApplicationScreeningSkills AssessmentTop-grading InterviewClient InterviewJob OfferClient OnboardingReady to Join Us?
If this role aligns with your skills and goals, apply now to take the next step in your journey with Pearl.