Lead Automation QA Engineer (JavaScript)

About the Position

N-iX is looking for a skilled Lead Automation QA Engineer (JavaScript) to join our team in Ukraine. This role is a mix of office and remote work.

About the Project

Our customer is a full quote-to-cash ERP/PSA used by field service companies (system integrators) that install and maintain physical equipment - AV systems, security cameras, fire alarms, HVAC. The platform covers several modules and is sold as an all-or-nothing product today - no modular subscriptions.

Responsibilities

• Set up the AQA process from scratch
• Define and enforce QA standards, methodologies, and best practices across the Program
• Implement and maintain test automation framework
• Integrate with CI/CD tools and pipelines
• Triage, troubleshoot, and document defects
• Take ownership of Product quality, report status, and quality metrics to the client
• Lead the planning and execution of testing activities for multiple projects/teams simultaneously
• Cooperate with Program Manager, Enterprise Architect, Product Manager, and other teammates to maximize the value of implementation
• Present key achievements, cooperate with client’s stakeholders (managers, SMEs) on the implementation process
• Review and analyze requirements, specifications, and technical design documents, providing timely feedback
• Supervise key milestones and artifacts delivery in line with the business and technology objectives

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of test automation with solid knowledge and experience in JavaScript/TypeScript
• 6+ years of commercial experience in test automation using Playwright (preferred)/Cypress/Selenium
• Experience designing test frameworks for highly configurable or multi-tenant products
• Experience and understanding of the Test Management process
• Experience with API testing (REST, GraphQL)
• Hands-on experience with SQL (querying, data validation, stored procedures, test data management)
• Practical experience leveraging AI in QA/AQA processes (requirements analysis, test case generation, test data creation, AI-assisted code review, AI-powered test maintenance)
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle, agile methodologies, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (Azure DevOps) practices
• Experience in setting processes from scratch (inc. Framework and CI process)
• Experience working with scalable multi-stream projects and providing consolidated reporting to C-level management
• Experience in team leading and coaching (team of 10+ QA/AQA)
• Experience in planning and estimation
• Fluent English (B2 as a minimum)
• Excellent communication skills, including presentation and knowledge sharing experience

Nice to Have

• Experience with performance testing
• Experience with mobile testing
• Experience with Azure DevOps
• Experience with Data projects

We Offer

• Flexible working format - remote, office-based or flexible
• A competitive salary and good compensation package
• Personalized career growth
• Professional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more)
• Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharing
• Education reimbursement
• Memorable anniversary presents
• Corporate events and team buildings
• Other location-specific benefits

not applicable for freelancers