
QA Lead
MWDN • Ukraine
Role & seniority: QA Automation Engineer (mid-to-senior level), startup environment
Stack/tools: Playwright (or Cypress/Selenium/Puppeteer), test cases tools (TestRail or similar), CI/CD tooling, E2E test frameworks, familiarity with IDE plugins/developer-facing tools (advantage)
Top 3 responsibilities
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Design and implement end-to-end test automation strategy across frontend, backend, and IDE integrations
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Lead migration from manual QA to automated testing; create detailed test plans/cases and maintain test suites
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Own CI/CD integration for test automation, drive quality gates, collaborate with developers, product managers, and DevOps; drive test coverage and stability
Must-have skills
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Proven web app test automation experience with Playwright or equivalent
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Experience with test case management tools (e.g., TestRail)
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Strong understanding of QA principles, CI/CD, and test pyramid; robust, maintainable automation code
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Real-world product testing experience; excellent communication and proactive work style
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Startup experience or ability working in rapid, high-velocity environments
Nice-to-haves
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Experience testing IDE plugins or developer-facing tools
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English language skills; ability to work independently
Location & work type: Israel or United States-based role; flexible hours; startup with remote-friendly posture; full-time; strong employee and contractor support (PTO, paid sick days, English classes)
Full Description
MWDN connects exceptional tech talent with leading companies across Israel, the USA, Great Britain, and Western Europe. Our goal is to ensure our employees have a secure, rewarding experience while working with prestigious international clients.
Why does MWDN rock?
Here’s what you can expect when you join MWDN
Security: We carefully vet our clients to minimize risks and ensure reliability and timely payments—no fraud or unpleasant surprises.
Career support: If a project isn’t the right fit, we support you and actively help find new opportunities that match your skills and career goals.
Legal assistance: We provide guidance on legal matters, including opening and managing your independent contractor or sole proprietorship status, taxes, and related processes.
Professional development: We offer English courses and professional growth opportunities, as well as team-building events. Why choose us? MWDN is ranked among the top 5 IT employers in our region according to DOU. We take pride in our transparency and strong commitment to our team. Curious to learn more? See what our employees say about working with us on DOU.
What is your new project?
Domain: AI Code Assistant
Location: Israel, US
Company size: 20+ employees
Founded in: 2019
What makes this project exciting? Are you ready to join an AI-powered revolution in code understanding used by leading enterprises? Our client is redefining how developers make sense of massive, complex codebases and closing gaps in documentation once and for all. This is more than just a job - it’s a chance to make a tangible impact in software maturity.
What makes you a great fit Proven experience in WebApp test automation, using Playwright or a similar framework (e.g. Cypress, Selenium, Puppeteer). Proven experience with tests cases management tools (TestRail or similar) Hands-on startup experience—you’ve seen how quality needs to adapt when speed matters. Deep understanding of modern QA principles, CI/CD tooling, and test pyramid strategies Experience writing robust, maintainable automation code in a real-world product environment
Advantage: experience testing IDE plugins or developer-facing tools. Excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and proactively
Your day-to-day in this position Design and implement the end-to-end test automation strategy across frontend, backend, and IDE integrations. Lead the migration from the existing manual QA processes to automatic ones across the company’s features Create detailed, comprehensive and well-structured E2E test plans and test cases based on the PRD and HLD Build and maintain test suites using Playwright. Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and DevOps to ensure quality is baked into every stage of development. Own CI/CD pipeline integration for test automation and quality gates. Champion automation standards and drive continuous improvement in test coverage, stability, and speed. Lead testing initiatives in a fast-paced startup environment, where quality and velocity go hand-in-hand.
Why work with us? People-first management with minimal bureaucracy A friendly company culture, proven by employees who choose to return Flexible working hours 29 days of PTO (18 working days per year pluse all national holidays) 10 paid sick days Full financial and legal support for independent contractors Free English classes, with native speakers or Ukrainian teachers Dedicated HR support
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