About the company
:
We are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions and services that
empower businesses to achieve their goals. Our team is composed of highly skilled
professionals who are passionate about technology and innovation. We provide a dynamic and
collaborative work environment where you can grow your career and make a significant impact.
Job Overview:
We are looking for a Lead Test Automation Engineer who has a strong background in both
automated and manual testing. In this role, you will develop and maintain robust automated
testing solutions using modern tools like Cypress and Playwright, while also applying your
skills in manual testing, including exploratory testing, black-box testing, and integration testing.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in automation testing, as well as a solid
understanding of testing methodologies and a passion for creating efficient, scalable, and
high-quality solutions.
Responsibilities:
Test Automation Development:
Lead the design, development, and execution of automated test scripts for web
applications using Cypress or Playwright.
Guide the team in selecting appropriate automation tools and frameworks that
align with project requirements and team capabilities.
Technical Leadership:
Serve as the technical authority on testing and automation practices, setting
standards for automation development and testing methodologies.
Provide technical guidance and support to team members, helping them
troubleshoot complex issues and implement best practices in test automation.
Automation Framework Maintenance:
Oversee the development and maintenance of automation frameworks that are
robust, reusable, and scalable. Ensure ease of maintenance for both technical
and non-technical team members.
Manual Testing:
Perform exploratory testing to identify unexpected behaviors and issues in the
application.
Conduct black-box testing to evaluate functionality from an end-user perspective.
Execute integration testing to ensure seamless interaction between different
parts of the application.
Test Execution and Reporting:
Run both automated and manual tests, analyze results, identify issues, and
report defects. Collaborate with QA and development teams for efficient test
coverage and defect resolution.
Collaboration:
Foster a collaborative environment by working closely with cross-functional
teams to align on test coverage, priorities, and automation goals.
Cultivate relationships with stakeholders to ensure testing objectives are met and
to communicate testing progress effectively.
Team Leadership:
Mentor and guide team members, promoting professional development through
training, knowledge sharing, and conducting code reviews.
Lead team meetings, facilitating discussions around testing strategies, progress
updates, and challenges faced by team members.
Continuous Improvement:
Stay updated on trends in test automation tools and best practices. Implement
improvements to enhance automation efficiency, reduce maintenance overhead,
and increase test coverage.
Encourage team members to contribute ideas for process enhancements and
foster an environment of innovation.
Documentation:
Maintain clear documentation of automation processes, manual testing
methodologies, frameworks, and scripts to ensure transparency and knowledge
sharing.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Lead Automation Engineer with a strong focus on web test
automation using
Cypress or Playwright.
Extensive hands-on experience in automating web application tests with
Cypress or
Playwright.
Strong proficiency in programming/scripting languages
(JavaScript, TypeScript, or
similar)
for writing automation scripts.
Experience with manual testing methodologies, including exploratory, black-box, and
integration testing.
Solid understanding of
Agile methodologies and the software development life cycle (SDLC)
, with experience in an Agile environment.
Proven track record of developing and maintaining automation frameworks that enhance
testing efficiency and coverage.
Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot complex issues and provide practical solutions.
Experience with version control tools, particularly Git.
Excellent team collaboration and leadership skills, with the ability to work independently
with minimal supervision.
Experience with other automation tools or frameworks (e.g., Selenium, TestNG).
Familiarity with performance/load testing tools.
Experience in cloud-based testing environments.
Familiarity with test data management and creating test scenarios based on business
requirements.
We offer:
$120,000 to $130,000 pesos monthly gross
Mandatory Basics: Legal Benefits:
The company will provide a laptop, charger, and chair.
$600 MXN per month as remote work support.
15 days of Christmas bonus.
Statutory vacation days.
Vacation premium of 25%.
Maternity and paternity leave.
Social Security (IMSS).
INFONAVIT.
Profit sharing.
Travel expense payment/reimbursement.
Mexican public holidays.
Additional Benefits:
Major medical expense insurance with coverage extended to dependent family members.
Payment/Reimbursement for courses or certifications.
3 days of PTO from the start.
Annual performance bonus.
Annual salary increases.
Employee referral bonus.