Automation Engineer (Retail, AU, Hybrid
ConnectOS • Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
**Role & seniority: ** Quality Engineer (hands-on), embedded in an offshore squad; seniority not explicitly stated.
**Stack/tools: **
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Test automation: Playwright/Selenium (UI), Postman (API)
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Data/DB testing: SQL
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Defect management: JIRA
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CI/CD: quality gates integrated into CI/CD pipelines
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Observability/metrics: telemetry + quality metrics
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AI-assisted testing: approved AI tools (for test design/automation)
**Top 3 responsibilities: **
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Design, automate, and maintain automated test suites (UI, API, integration)
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Implement shift-left quality gates and embed test execution in CI/CD to protect release confidence
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Use defect data/quality metrics to assess release risk and coach engineers on quality practices
**Must-have skills: **
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Hands-on experience with automated testing (UI + API)
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Ability to define and implement test strategy/quality gates with shift-left practices
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API debugging/defect analysis and effective use of JIRA
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Understanding of CI/CD integration and release risk assessment
**Nice-to-haves: **
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Strong database testing with SQL
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Familiarity with observability/telemetry for quality decision-making
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Experience using AI-assisted testing tools in an approved workflow
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Cross-time-zone stakeholder communication and quality status reporting
**Location & work type: ** Hybrid (location not specified);
Full Description
The Quality Engineer is a hands-on quality and test specialist embedded within an offshore squad, responsible for designing, automating, and maintaining the tests and quality gates that enable safe and confident software releases. This role champions a "shift-left" approach, embedding quality early in the requirements and design phases. The Quality Engineer builds and maintains automated test suites across UI, API, and integration layers, and ensures these are integrated into the CI/CD pipeline to protect release confidence. They use quality metrics and defect data to inform delivery decisions and assess release risk. Furthermore, they coach other engineers on quality practices and contribute to reusable test frameworks, fostering a culture of quality across the squad. They work closely with developers, the Lead Engineer, and Product stakeholders to deliver reliable member outcomes.
Key Skills & Experience
Test Automation: Hands-on experience building and maintaining automated tests, preferably using tools like Playwright or Selenium for UI, and Postman for API testing.
Quality Strategy: Ability to design and implement test strategies, quality gates, and "shift-left" practices (e.g., contributing to test strategy and Definitions of Done).
API & Database Testing: Practical experience with API testing (Postman) and database testing (SQL).
Defect Management: Proficient in debugging, defect analysis, and using tools like JIRA for defect management.
CI/CD & Pipelines: Understanding of quality gates within CI/CD pipelines.
Observability: Understanding of how quality metrics and telemetry are used to inform decisions.
AI-Assisted Testing: Responsible use of approved AI tools for test design and automation.
Collaboration: Strong communication skills to articulate quality status, risks, and blockers across time zones and to stakeholders.
Join the awesome team and enjoy these benefits & perks
Hybrid Medical, Dental Coverage and Life insurance from day 1 of employment Paid Vacation and Sick Leave (with Quarterly Sick Leave Conversion) Competitive salary package and annual appraisal Financial Assistance Program Mandatory Government Benefits and 13th Month Pay Regular Company Events, Work Life Balance, and Career growth opportunities
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