QA Automation Engineer

About the role

JetBrains is built on the conviction that writing code should be a precise and enjoyable craft, and our tools exist to remove friction from the development lifecycle. As a QA Automation Engineer on the IntelliJ IDEA Ultimate team, you will own the quality narrative for a sophisticated IDE that powers the backend development of thousands of engineers worldwide. Your primary responsibility will be to design, implement, and maintain automated test suites that validate complex enterprise features such as Spring Boot integration, data access tooling, and application server configurations. You will act as the gatekeeper of release stability, ensuring that regressions are caught before they reach our global user base. This role requires you to bridge the gap between technical implementation and user expectations by translating product requirements into robust test strategies. You will work at the intersection of software engineering and quality assurance, applying your technical skills to solve intricate problems in a high-performance environment. Ultimately, your work will directly influence the reliability and user satisfaction of the flagship IDE that defines modern Java and JVM development.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Design and execute automated test strategies for IntelliJ IDEA Ultimate, focusing on backend development scenarios involving frameworks, HTTP clients, and data persistence tools.
• Develop scalable and maintainable test automation frameworks that operate reliably across Linux, Windows, macOS, Docker, and WSL environments.
• Collaborate closely with developers and product managers to define test coverage for enterprise features such as Spring Boot, Jakarta EE, Quarkus, and Micronaut support.
• Implement domain-specific test extensions that validate the behavior of application servers including Tomcat, WildFly, and Jetty within the IDE.
• Monitor and analyze test execution metrics, including coverage, failure rates, and flakiness, to drive continuous improvements in test reliability.
• Debug and resolve complex test failures, distinguishing between product defects and automation instability to ensure accurate quality signals.
• Partner with QA and development teams to perform release quality assessments and define comprehensive test strategies for new product capabilities.
• Conduct manual validation and exploratory testing to complement automated suites where full automation coverage is not yet feasible.
• Document test processes, procedures, and results to ensure clarity and maintainability for current and future team members.
• Contribute to the broader test ecosystem by integrating CI/CD tools like TeamCity and reporting solutions such as Allure to streamline quality workflows.

Requirements

• Bring proven experience in test automation with the ability to write production-quality code in Kotlin or Java at a professional level.
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in JUnit or TestNG frameworks, along with hands-on experience using build automation tools such as Maven or Gradle.
• Show a solid understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices in the context of complex desktop and server-side applications.
• Have practical experience with CI/CD pipelines, particularly with TeamCity, and be comfortable using reporting tools like Allure to communicate test results.
• Possess expertise in version control using Git and exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Be self-motivated, disciplined, and capable of managing independent work while maintaining high standards of quality and attention to detail.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can manage shifting priorities and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Hold the right to work and reside in the location mentioned during the application process without requiring additional sponsorship.

Nice to have

• Demonstrate previous experience testing developer tools, IDEs, and desktop applications, with a deep understanding of UI and integration testing challenges.
• Show familiarity with JVM-based frameworks such as Spring and Jakarta, as well as common databases and persistence technologies.

Practical notes

Why Join JetBrains

This role offers a strong base salary that reflects your skills and experience. You will enjoy flexible work location options and the opportunity to work on tools used by developers in every corner of the globe. If you are passionate about quality, automation, and developer tools, we invite you to apply through our official channels and help shape the future of IDE testing.