QA Automation Engineer

About the role

At Smart Working, we believe your job should not only look right on paper but also feel right every single day. This is not just another remote opportunity; it is truly about finding where you belong, no matter where you happen to be located geographically. As a QA Automation Engineer, you will take full ownership of quality across a mature, multi-repository digital health platform. You will build and maintain a robust automation framework while simultaneously improving test coverage and overall platform reliability for the entire system and its users.

Key facts

What you'll do

Take ownership of quality across a mature, multi-repository digital health platform and ensure all standards are met consistently.

Build and maintain a robust automation framework to support ongoing quality assurance efforts across the entire engineering organization.

Improve overall test coverage to ensure comprehensive validation of the digital health platform and its various interconnected components.

Enhance platform reliability by identifying and addressing potential software defects early in the development lifecycle before they escalate.

Collaborate closely with a small engineering team to align testing strategies with broader project goals and business objectives.

Work directly with stakeholders to understand business requirements and define expected system behaviour very clearly and accurately.

Document anticipated system behaviour thoroughly and translate those specific requirements into effective automated test cases for validation.

Play a key part in enhancing software quality for faster and more reliable releases across the entire platform.

Ensure the platform delivers a seamless experience for clients, end users, and internal teams without any disruptions.

Operate in a highly hands-on and autonomous role to drive continuous quality improvements and foster team accountability.

Requirements

Demonstrate substantial experience in quality assurance and software testing within a professional environment over multiple years.

Possess strong skills in building and maintaining automation frameworks for digital platforms and complex software systems.

Have a proven track record of improving test coverage and overall software reliability through rigorous testing practices.

Excel at collaborating with small engineering teams and diverse stakeholders to achieve shared quality objectives effectively.

Show the ability to understand business requirements and document expected system behaviour accurately for development reference.

Translate business needs into effective automated tests that validate correct system functionality and expected user interactions.

Thrive in a hands-on and autonomous work environment requiring minimal supervision while managing your own priorities.

Commit to enhancing software quality to enable faster and more reliable product releases for all users.

Nice to have

Familiarity with multi-repository codebases and digital health industry standards is highly beneficial for this role.

Experience working with remote teams and contributing to a distributed global workforce is always valued here.

Knowledge of continuous integration and delivery pipelines helps improve release reliability and overall deployment speed significantly.

Understanding of end-to-end testing strategies for complex web applications and diverse user workflows is a great plus.

Skills & tools

Proficiency in automation testing languages and frameworks is essential for successfully executing this role effectively and efficiently.

Strong analytical skills help in defining expected system behaviour and accurately documenting detailed technical requirements for developers.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are needed for successful collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders daily.

Ability to work independently in an autonomous role while managing your daily tasks and consistently meeting strict deadlines.

Familiarity with digital health platforms and multi-repository environments is highly advantageous for long-term success in this permanent position.

Experience with test coverage analysis and platform reliability monitoring tools is useful for maintaining high standards continuously.

Practical notes

This role is part of a fully remote-first company that values genuine community and long-term professional growth for everyone.

You will join a high-rated workplace on Glassdoor that genuinely invests in your long-term career success and personal development.

The position is full-time and long-term, connecting skilled professionals with outstanding global teams and innovative digital health products.

We break down geographic barriers to help you find meaningful work and truly thrive in a remote setting daily.