Senior QA Automation Engineer

We're seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer who is passionate about building scalable automation frameworks and ensuring high product quality through cutting-edge tools and practices. This is a high-ownership role with a chance to lead automation strategy and directly influence product delivery quality.Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain robust and scalable automation frameworks using Python + Selenium for both web and mobile platforms
• Own and evolve automated test suites for regression, integration, functional , and performance testing
• Collaborate with developers, DevOps, and product teams to define QA strategy and integrate tests with CI / CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub, and GitLab
• Analyze product requirements, create detailed test cases, and drive test coverage across features and microservices
• Triage test failures, identify root causes, and continuously optimize reliability of test automation
• Mentor junior QA engineers and developers on automation best practices
• Stay current with automation trends and tools, and proactively recommend improvements to the QA processRequirements
• 5+ years of experience in QA, with at least 3+ years focused on automation
• Strong expertise in automation using Selenium / WebDriver, Playwright and Javascript / Typescript?
• Deep understanding of QA methodologies, SDLC , and test-driven development practices
• Hands-on experience with CI / CD tools like Jenkins , version control with Git , and workflows in GitHub / GitLab
• Solid experience writing clear, maintainable, and modular automated test scripts
• Strong debugging and analytical skills for root cause analysis
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• High ownership, self-starter attitude, and ability to work independently
• Strong aptitude and reasoning ability with a growth mindsetNice to Have
• Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman , REST-assured )
• Performance testing knowledge using JMeter , k6 , or similar tools
• Experience working in a SaaS or product-driven startup
• Exposure to mobile automation using tools like Appium
• Familiarity with solar industry workflows or simulations (preferred but not required)Key Benefits
• High-impact work in a deep-tech energy product
• Competitive salary and early-stage equity
• Flexible hybrid working environment
• Patent filing bonuses
• Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family
• Life insurance coverage for all employees
• Opportunity to shape the automation culture and tooling from the ground upIf you're looking to work on meaningful products in a fast-paced and mission-driven team , Arka Energy is the place for you.