QA Automation Engineer

About the Company

Armada is an edge computing startup that provides computing infrastructure to remote areas where connectivity and cloud infrastructure is limited, as well as areas where data needs to be processed locally for real-time analytics and AI at the edge. We’re looking to bring on the most brilliant minds to help further our mission of bridging the digital divide with advanced technology infrastructure that can be rapidly deployed anywhere.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive QA Automation Engineer to join our Quality Assurance team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining automated UI tests to ensure the delivery of high-quality web and mobile applications. You will work closely with developers, designers, and product managers to ensure all user interfaces are thoroughly tested and meet usability and functionality standards.

Location. This role is office-based at our Trivandrum, Kerala office.

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Design, develop, and execute automated UI test scripts using tools such as Playwright or WebDriver IO.

• Maintain and enhance the automation test framework for web and mobile applications.

• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for continuous validation.

• Perform functional, regression, and cross-browser/device testing.

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into test cases.

• Document and track defects using bug tracking tools (e.g., JIRA).

• Continuously identify opportunities to improve the testing process and automation coverage.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.

• 3+ years of experience in UI test automation.

• Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript for test development.

• Experience with testing frameworks such as Playwright or WebDriver IO.

• Understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and responsive design testing.

• Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or CircleCI.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mobile automation tools like Appium.

• Knowledge of BDD frameworks (e.g., Cucumber, Gherkin).

• Exposure to performance and accessibility testing tools.

• Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms like Browser Stack or Sauce Labs.

Compensation & Benefits

For India-based candidates: We offer a competitive base salary along with equity options, providing an opportunity to share in the success and growth of Armada.

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You're a Great Fit if You're

• A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge

• A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude

• Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company

• A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda

• Highly organized and results-driven. Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.

Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates

Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page. Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.