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Automation QA Engineer

MWDN Ukraine

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Salary: 29 pa

Posted Dec 12, 2025

Role & seniority: Senior QA / Test Automation Engineer (WebApp) for AI Code Assistant project

Stack/tools: Playwright (or Cypress/Selenium/Puppeteer), TestRail or similar for test case management, CI/CD tooling, E2E test automation, IDE/plugin testing (advantage)

Top 3 responsibilities

  1. Design and implement end-to-end test automation strategy across frontend, backend, and IDE integrations

  2. Lead migration from manual QA to automated tests; create detailed E2E test plans and cases

  3. Build/maintain test suites in Playwright; own CI/CD integration for test automation and quality gates; drive automation standards and coverage

Must-have skills

  • Proven WebApp test automation experience (Playwright or similar)

  • Experience with test case management tools (TestRail or similar)

  • Hands-on startup experience; strong QA fundamentals, CI/CD, test pyramid

  • Maintainable automation code in real-world product environments

  • Excellent communication, attention to detail, ability to work independently

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience testing IDE plugins or developer-facing tools

  • Familiarity with rapid, high-velocity product development

  • Location & work type: Israel or US-based; full-time in a fast-paced startup with flexible schedule, 29 PTO days, 10 sick days, supportive HR and legal/financial backing for private entrepreneurship, English courses available

Full Description

Why does MWDN rock? MWDN connects exceptional tech talent with leading companies across Israel, the USA, Great Britain, and Western Europe. We aim to ensure our employees enjoy a rewarding and secure experience while collaborating with prestigious international clients.

Here’s what you can expect when you get employed by MWDN

  • Security first. We vet our clients to eliminate risks, ensuring reliability and timely payments for your hard work—no fraud or unforeseen events here!
  • Career support. If a match isn't right, we're here for you. We actively assist our employees in finding new opportunities that fit their skills and aspirations.
  • Legal assistance. We provide guidance on legal matters (e.g., opening and administering your private entrepreneur account, taxes, etc.).
  • Professional development. We offer English courses and other engaging activities, including team-building events.
  • Why choose us? MWDN is ranked among the top 5 IT employers in our region by DOU, and we pride ourselves on our transparency and commitment to our team. Curious to learn more? Discover what our employees say about us in their DOU reviews: MWDN reviews.

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-oriented management without bureaucracy The friendly climate inside the company is confirmed by the frequent comeback of previous employees Flexible working schedule 29 paid time off (18 working days per year, plus all national holidays) 10 sick leave days Full financial and legal support for private entrepreneurs Free English classes with native speakers or with Ukrainian teachers (for your choice) Dedicated HR

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