
Senior QA Engineer M/F/Other
Santévet • Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Role & seniority: Senior QA Automation Engineer
Stack/tools: Automation (E2E, integration, unit); Cypress or Playwright; test automation frameworks/tools; test data management; mobile testing a plus; ISTQB Test Automation a plus
Top 3 responsibilities
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Build, maintain, and improve test automation frameworks to enable reliable front-end and back-end tests
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Define testing strategies, ensure high-quality test data, and drive quality practices across teams
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Identify, report, and track defects; mentor teams on quality initiatives and integrate QA throughout the development lifecycle
Must-have skills
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5+ years in QA Automation
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Hands-on automation experience across E2E, integration, and unit tests
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Proficiency with Cypress or Playwright
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Ability to define/implement testing strategies across projects; experience mentoring or leading QA efforts
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Fluent English
Nice-to-haves
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Mobile testing experience
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ISTQB Test Automation certification
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Location & work type: Permanent contract; office-based in central Barcelona (Spain)
Full Description
Our Company Join Santévet Group, a leader in pet health insurance in France and Belgium, with established operations in Germany, Spain, and Italy. With 450 employees across Lyon, Lille, Barcelona, Milan, and Frankfurt, our group is committed to providing comprehensive solutions covering accidents, illnesses, and preventive care. By joining our team, you’ll contribute to the success of our renowned brands such as Santévet, Jim & Joe, and Bulle Bleue. Your Work Environment ⋆ Permanent contract ⋆ 🏢 Our office is located in central Barcelona, easily accessible by metro and bus Job Description 🚀 As part of our hyper-growth, we are looking for a Senior QA Automation Engineer.
🤝 Your responsibilities include
- ⋆ Contribute to overall product quality
- ⋆ Identify, analyze, report, and track defects
- ⋆ Build and maintain test automation frameworks and tools
- ⋆ Enable teams to create and run reliable front-end and back-end tests
- ⋆ Define testing strategies and ensure high-quality test data and coverage
- ⋆ Integrate quality practices throughout the development lifecycle
- ⋆ Ensure continuous and optimal software performance
- ⋆ Guide teams toward better quality practices based on their context
- ⋆ Set up and maintain automated testing tools
- ⋆ Manage test data sets
- ⋆ Raise awareness about the importance of a strong quality strategy
- Profile Required
💪 To succeed in this role
- ⋆ You have 5+ years of experience as a QA Automation Engineer
- ⋆ Strong hands-on experience in automation (E2E, integration, unit testing)
- ⋆ Experience with modern automation tools such as Cypress or Playwright
- ⋆ Ability to define and implement testing strategies across teams or projects
- ⋆ Experience coaching, mentoring, or leading QA initiatives
- ⋆ Strong passion for building a quality-driven culture
- ⋆ Fluent in English
- ⋆ Experience in mobile testing is a plus
- ⋆ ISTQB Test Automation certification is a plus
Your strengths: Communication ⋆ Team spirit ⋆ Proactivity ⋆ Adaptability ⋆ Curiosity Interview Process
Step 1: Phone call with Marie, Talent Acquisition Partner
Step 2: Interview with Roc, QA Manager
Step 3: Technical interview with the QA team The Santévet Environment At Santévet, we want our employees to arrive with a smile — and leave with one too.
You’ll find
- ⋆ Reduced working hours on Fridays and in August
- ⋆ A supportive and friendly environment
- ⋆ A dynamic atmosphere with exceptional double-digit growth
- ⋆ Spacious and comfortable offices
- ⋆ Close and approachable management
- ⋆ Passionate colleagues, just like you!
- Still hesitating to apply?
- ⋆ 86% are satisfied working at Santévet
- ⋆ 91% say Santévet supports work-life balance
- ⋆ 94% value the flexible working conditions
- ⋆ 86% find their work meaningful and stimulating
- At Santévet, we celebrate diversity and inclusion and encourage you to be your authentic self.
- We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or marital status.