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Svitla Systems Inc. is looking for a Senior Automation QA Engineer for a full-time hybrid position (40 hours per week) in Kraków, Poland. Our client is one of the world's largest food retailers.

You'll join the team to help build reliable, scalable, and high-quality products across web, mobile, and API platforms. If you thrive on solving complex problems, automating at scale, and working in a collaborative environment, this will be the perfect place for you.

Office work in Kraków is expected 3 days per week (but some flexibility is possible).

Requirements:

6+ years of experience as an Automation QA Engineer.
Strong understanding of QA methodologies with a focus on backend testing across Java/Kotlin microservices and APIs, complemented by frontend test automation experience.
The ability to quickly learn and understand business requirements and the domain.
Hands-on experience with one or more backend testing frameworks (e.g., REST Assured, Karate).
Understanding of frontend testing with Playwright, with familiarity with Selenium and the BDD framework (Cucumber).
Knowledge of CI/CD tools and pipelines, particularly GitHub Actions.
Solid understanding of HTTP protocols, RESTful APIs, eventing and tools like Postman, Bruno or Insomnia.
Familiarity with service mocking and contract testing tools (e.g., WireMock, Pact).

Nice to have:

Experience in building and maintaining testing environments.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate early with engineering teams during refinement sessions to influence requirements and define effective test strategies for backend services, APIs, and frontend user journeys.
Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test suites for functional, regression, end-to-end API, and customer journey testing.
Automate service-level tests using modern frameworks such as REST Assured, JUnit, Karate DSL, Postman/Newman/Bruno.
Conduct frontend/UI testing primarily using Playwright; knowledge of Selenium and Cucumber is considered beneficial.
Validate service interactions and data flows across distributed systems.
Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions) and maintain test environments.
Prepare and present clear, actionable test reports that document coverage, results, and defects.
Participate in code reviews of test automation scripts to ensure maintainability and adherence to best practices.
Manage test cases and cycles using Jira Zephyr.
Define and implement a robust framework for automated backend testing, with a focus on Java/Kotlin services and strategic APIs that support complex customer journeys.
Ensure test coverage across the full end-to-end application flow, including backend services, frontend user journeys, and integrations with multiple external services.
Utilize AI-supported tools to enhance test design, execution, and maintenance.
Align with the company's established AQA practices to ensure consistency across teams.

We offer:

US and EU projects based on advanced technologies.
Competitive compensation based on skills and experience.
Regular performance appraisals to support your growth.
Flexibility in workspace, either remote or our welcoming office.
Bonuses for article writing, public talks, and other activities.
Generous time off, including vacation, national holidays, sick leaves, and family days.
Personalized learning programs tailored to your interests and skill development.
Free tech webinars and meetups organized by Svitla.
Regular corporate online activities.
Awesome team and a friendly, supportive community!