QA Automation Engineer
Air Apps · Paris, Île-de-France, France
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $85,000 / year
- Paris, Île-de-France, France
Job highlights
- Build automated test frameworks for web/mobile.
- Execute regression, functional, API tests.
- Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines.
- Collaborate with development for early defect detection.
- Analyze results and enhance test coverage.
About the role
About Air Apps
At Air Apps, we believe in thinking bigger - and moving faster. We’re a family-founded company on a mission to create the world’s first AI-powered Personal & Entrepreneurial Resource Planner (PRP), and we need your passion and ambition to help us change how people plan, work, and live. Born in Lisbon, Portugal, in 2018 - and now with offices in both Lisbon and San Francisco - we’ve remained self-funded while reaching over 100 million downloads worldwide.
Our long-term focus drives us to challenge the status quo every day, pushing the boundaries of AI-driven solutions that truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be a creative force, shaping products that empower people across the globe.
Join us on this journey to redefine resource management - and change lives along the way.
The Role
As a QA Automation Engineer at Air Apps, you will play a crucial role in building and maintaining automated test frameworks and regression test suites to ensure our applications meet the highest quality standards. You will work closely with developers, product managers, and QA teams to implement automated testing strategies, increase test coverage, and optimize testing efficiency.
Your contributions will directly impact the stability, performance, and reliability of our applications across web and mobile platforms.
This is a fully onsite position, based at our office in Lisbon, where you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in person and contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment. We are open to support with relocation efforts.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for web and mobile applications.
- Create and execute automated regression, functional, performance, and API tests.
- Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing.
- Collaborate with development teams to ensure testability of features and early defect detection.
- Analyze test results, troubleshoot failures, and report issues to development teams.
- Enhance test coverage by identifying critical scenarios and edge cases.
- Work with cross-functional teams to define quality standards and best practices.
- Stay up to date with emerging automation tools, frameworks, and testing methodologies.
Requirements
- Around 3+ years of experience in test automation development.
- Proficiency in test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Appium, Playwright).
- Strong experience in programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, or TypeScript.
- Hands-on experience with API testing (Postman, REST Assured, or similar).
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
- Experience with version control systems (Git) and test management tools (TestRail, Zephyr).
- Strong understanding of software testing principles, SDLC, and agile methodologies.
- Knowledge of performance and load testing tools (JMeter, Gatling) is a plus.
- Experience testing mobile applications (iOS & Android) is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
What benefits are we offering?
- Apple hardware ecosystem for work.
- Annual Bonus
- Top-tier Health and Life Insurance for peace of mind.
- Transportation Budget to support your commute needs.
- Coverflex benefits package for meal allowances, well-being, and more.
- Childcare support.
- Air Conference - an opportunity to meet the team, collaborate, and grow together.
- Pension Fund to support your long-term financial planning.
- Urban Sports Club membership to keep you active.
- Meals 100% free at the hub.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Air Apps, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We enthusiastically welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and believe that varied voices and experiences make us stronger.
Application Disclaimer
At Air Apps, we value transparency and integrity in our hiring process. Applicants must submit their own work without any AI-generated assistance. Any use of AI in application materials, assessments, or interviews will result in disqualification.
Key skills/competency
- QA Automation Engineer
- Selenium
- Cypress
- Appium
- Playwright
- Python
- Java
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- API Testing
Skills & topics
- QA Automation Engineer
- Test Automation
- Selenium
- Cypress
- Appium
- Playwright
- Python
- JavaScript
- API Testing
- CI/CD
- Software Testing
- Agile
- Web Testing
- Mobile Testing
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience with automation frameworks like Selenium, Cypress, Appium, Playwright and programming languages (Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript).
- Showcase API and CI/CD skills: Emphasize experience with Postman, REST Assured, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Git.
- Demonstrate understanding: Detail your knowledge of software testing principles, SDLC, and Agile methodologies.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss test automation strategies, troubleshooting, and test case design.
- Learn about Air Apps: Research their AI-powered PRP mission and their growth from Lisbon to San Francisco.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What programming languages are essential for the QA Automation Engineer role at Air Apps?
- For the QA Automation Engineer position at Air Apps, proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, or TypeScript is strongly required. Demonstrating experience in at least one of these will be key to your application.
- Does Air Apps require experience with specific automation testing frameworks for this role?
- Yes, Air Apps is looking for a QA Automation Engineer with proficiency in test automation frameworks like Selenium, Cypress, Appium, or Playwright. Highlighting your experience with these tools on your resume will be beneficial.
- What is the work arrangement for the QA Automation Engineer position at Air Apps?
- The QA Automation Engineer role at Air Apps is a fully onsite position, based at their office in Lisbon, Portugal. They are open to supporting with relocation efforts for the right candidate.
- What are the key responsibilities of a QA Automation Engineer at Air Apps?
- Key responsibilities for a QA Automation Engineer at Air Apps include designing and maintaining automated test frameworks, creating and executing various automated tests (regression, functional, API, performance), integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with development teams for early defect detection.
- How does Air Apps approach diversity and inclusion in its hiring process for the QA Automation Engineer role?
- Air Apps is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. They welcome applicants from all backgrounds and perspectives, believing that varied voices and experiences strengthen the company. Be assured that your unique background is valued.
- What are the benefits offered to a QA Automation Engineer at Air Apps?
- Air Apps offers a comprehensive benefits package including an Apple hardware ecosystem, annual bonus, top-tier health and life insurance, transportation budget, flexible benefits (Coverflex), childcare support, an annual conference, pension fund, Urban Sports Club membership, and free meals at the hub.
- What is the application disclaimer for the QA Automation Engineer role at Air Apps?
- Air Apps requires that all applicants submit their own work without AI-generated assistance. Any use of AI in application materials, assessments, or interviews will lead to disqualification from the hiring process.