The Role
Build and maintain automated test frameworks and functional, integration, and API test suites using TypeScript and Playwright. Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines, debug issues, perform root-cause analysis, and contribute independently to production backend code. The role may expand into Java or Kotlin backend engineering and may involve cloud platforms, containerized services, microservices, performance, reliability, accessibility, and contract testing.
Summary Generated by Built In
AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with strong test automation expertise to build automated test coverage for a large-scale platform, working in TypeScript and Playwright initially with opportunities to expand into broader Java or Kotlin backend engineering work. You will create and maintain test frameworks, write functional, integration, and API tests, integrate suites into CI/CD pipelines, and contribute independently to production code.
MUST HAVES
- 4+ years of professional backend engineering experience.
- 4+ years of test engineering and automation experience.
- Hands-on experience developing backend services using Java or Kotlin.
- Advanced TypeScript skills.
- Hands-on Playwright experience, including creating and maintaining test frameworks.
- Experience writing functional, integration, and API tests.
- Ability to write clear, comprehensive, and maintainable test cases.
- Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills.
- Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and automated test execution.
- Ability to contribute independently to production code, not only test code.
- Upper-intermediate English level.
NICE TO HAVES
- Experience with cloud platforms, containerized services, or microservice architectures.
- Experience with performance, reliability, accessibility, or contract testing.
- REST APIs and backend services.
- Git and pull-request workflows.
- CI/CD platforms.
- Web and mobile web testing tools.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- Growth without limits: build your skills through mentorship, internal TechTalks, challenging projects, and a dedicated annual learning budget
- Competitive compensation: get recognition that reflects your skills and impact, with regular performance and compensation reviews
- Flexibility: work 100% remotely with flexible hours that support focus, autonomy, and a healthy work rhythm
- Meaningful, modern projects: build impactful products using modern technologies alongside global teams and leading brands
- Collaborative culture: join a supportive environment with zero micromanagement where ideas are welcomed and contributions are recognized
- Well-being & support: access local well-being programs and people-focused support tailored to your location
Skills Required
- 4+ years of professional backend engineering experience
- 4+ years of test engineering and automation experience
- Hands-on experience developing backend services using Java or Kotlin
- Advanced TypeScript skills
- Hands-on Playwright experience, including creating and maintaining test frameworks
- Experience writing functional, integration, and API tests
- Ability to write clear, comprehensive, and maintainable test cases
- Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills
- Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and automated test execution
- Ability to contribute independently to production code, not only test code
- Upper-intermediate English level
- Experience with cloud platforms, containerized services, or microservice architectures
- Experience with performance, reliability, accessibility, or contract testing
- Experience with REST APIs and backend services
- Experience with Git and pull-request workflows
- Experience with CI/CD platforms
- Experience with web and mobile web testing tools
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The Company
What We Do
AgileEngine is a privately held company established in 2010 that builds dedicated teams of designers and developers. We turn good ideas into awesome software that people actually want to use. Some of the biggest names and the hottest startups around the world chose us to build their tech.
