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Pearl • Ciudad de México, Mexico
Role & seniority: Automation QA Engineer (mid-senior level)
Stack/tools: Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, Tosca, or Katalon; API testing (Postman, REST Assured, Swagger); database (MySQL/PostgreSQL/MongoDB); CI/CD basics; AI-assisted QA tools (AI for testing workflows)
Develop and maintain automated test frameworks; perform end-to-end testing across web, DB, and API layers
Apply AI-driven testing to optimize processes and identify real-world edge cases and usability gaps
Collaborate with developers to debug, verify fixes, improve release quality, and document results
Must-have skills: 5+ years in QA automation or software testing; strong automation tool proficiency (Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, Tosca, or Katalon); API and database testing; familiarity with AI tools for QA; excellent problem-solving, logical reasoning, and attention to detail; fast learner adaptable to tools/environments
Nice-to-haves: Performance/load testing; DevOps/CI-CD exposure; scripting in JavaScript or Python; UX testing or accessibility knowledge
Location & work type: Fully remote; independent contractor, full-time; overlapping MST hours required; LATAM (Mexico City, Bogotá, São Paulo, Buenos Aires) or Eastern Europe (Hungary, Ukraine, Poland) locales supported
Work Arrangement: Fully Remote – Must have reliable overlap with MST working hours
Job Type: Independent Contractor, Full-time
LATAM: Mexico City (Mexico), Bogotá (Colombia), São Paulo (Brazil), Buenos Aires (Argentina)
Eastern Europe: Hungary, Ukraine, Poland
About Pearl Talent
Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They’re looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we’ve hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.
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Why Work with Us?
At Pearl, we’re not just another recruiting firm—we connect you with exceptional opportunities to work alongside visionary US and EU founders. Our focus is on placing you in roles where you can grow, be challenged, and build long-term, meaningful careers.
About The Company
The company is a fast-growing software company focused on delivering high-quality digital products to enterprise and startup clients. They emphasize reliability, scalability, and user experience — making quality assurance a central part of their product development process.
Role Overview
As an Automation QA Engineer, you’ll ensure that every release is reliable, scalable, and user-friendly. This role suits someone who thrives on analytical problem-solving, creative thinking, and testing products from a real user’s perspective. You’ll design and run automation frameworks, apply AI tools for testing, and work cross-functionally to maintain product excellence.
Automation Development (50%) Develop and maintain automated test frameworks using tools like Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, Tosca, or Katalon Conduct end-to-end testing across web, database, and API layers AI-Driven Testing & Optimization (20%) Use AI tools to optimize QA processes and speed up testing cycles Apply user-centric testing approaches to identify real-world edge cases and usability gaps Collaboration & Quality Improvement (20%) Collaborate with developers to debug issues, verify fixes, and improve release quality Suggest process improvements and contribute to a culture of product reliability and excellence Documentation & Reporting (10%) Analyze testing results, maintain documentation, and continuously improve automation coverage
Requirements
5+ years of experience in QA automation or software testing Strong understanding of automation testing tools (e.g., Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, Tosca, or Katalon) Familiarity with AI tools for product QA and workflow automation Proficiency in database testing and API validation Excellent logical reasoning, problem-solving, and attention to detail Ability to think both critically and creatively, seeing from both technical and user perspectives Fast learner with adaptability to evolving tools and testing environments
Experience in performance or load testing Exposure to DevOps pipelines and CI/CD integrations Familiarity with JavaScript, Python, or similar scripting languages Understanding of UX testing principles or accessibility standards
Automation: Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, Tosca, Katalon
API Testing: Postman, REST Assured, Swagger
Database: MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB
Version Control & CI/CD: Git, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar
AI & Automation Enhancements: ChatGPT, Testim, or similar AI-assisted QA tools
Experience in performance or load testing (e.g., JMeter, Locust) Exposure to DevOps pipelines and CI/CD integrations Familiarity with JavaScript, Python, or similar scripting languages Understanding of UX testing principles or accessibility standards
Benefits
Competitive Salary: Based on experience and skills
Remote Work: Fully remote—work from anywhere
Performance Bonus: Based on data accuracy, reporting timeliness, and overall sales efficiency
Team Incentives: Recognition for maintaining 100% CRM hygiene and on-time reporting
Generous PTO: In accordance with company policy
Health Coverage for PH-based talents: HMO coverage after 3 months for full-time employees
Direct Mentorship: Guidance from international industry experts
Learning & Development: Ongoing access to resources for professional growth
Global Networking: Connect with professionals worldwide
Our Recruitment Process
Application Screening Skills Assessment Top-grading Interview Client Interview Job Offer Client Onboarding
Ready to Join Us?
If this role aligns with your skills and goals, apply now to take the next step in your journey with Pearl.