Senior QA Automation Engineer

As part of the growth of our client's Software Quality Engineering division, we are looking for a Senior QA Automation Engineer to join their Test Automation Factory (TAF) and support the Digital Delivery Services (DDS) Home Healthcare (HHC) department.

You will act as a technical leader and a key member of the local team. You will define, oversee and actively execute a robust automation strategy to ensure high-quality software delivery. You will lead the design of scalable automation frameworks while remaining hands-on with test script development and defect management.

This role combines the strategic oversight and leadership expected from a Lead with the practical, detailed execution of an experienced Engineer.

Your Responsibilities:

• Strategy & Framework Design: Define the QA automation strategy for ERP/CRM platforms and in-house solutions, and design and implement scalable frameworks tailored to these systems.
• Hands-on Development: Design, develop and maintain automated test scripts for critical enterprise platforms, including SAP, Salesforce and Dynamics 365, as well as in-house web and mobile applications.
• Team Coordination & Mentoring: Coordinate a team of engineers, assign tasks, review deliverables and provide technical guidance to ensure high-quality outcomes. Act as the local point of contact for the Test Automation Factory Manager, ensuring alignment and smooth execution of the global strategy within the Valencia team.
• CI/CD Integration & Optimization: Monitor and optimize the integration of automated testing tools into GitLab CI/CD pipelines and AWS cloud environments.
• Defect & Performance Management: Identify, document and track defects in collaboration with development teams. Monitor team performance through operational KPIs such as test coverage and automation stability.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with developers, operations teams, business analysts (BAs) and product owners (POs) to identify and assess automation opportunities across web, mobile and API applications.

• Expert knowledge of Playwright (required).
• Knowledge of Tricentis Tosca (preferred).
• In-depth understanding of GitLab CI/CD workflows, AWS cloud environments and containerized execution.
• Advanced scripting and programming skills in TypeScript, JavaScript or Python.
• Familiarity with ERP/CRM ecosystems, including Salesforce, SAP and Dynamics 365, and with REST API testing methodologies.

AI & Innovation – A Plus

• Ability to implement and/or maintain AI Agents, such as Smart Root Cause Analysis and automated test case generation tools.
• Experience with GitHub Copilot and Gemini to optimize test design and reduce scripting effort.

Skills & Mindset

• Proven ability to drive cross-functional collaboration, build consensus and mentor junior team members.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex automation challenges and technical roadblocks.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills in English (required).

Spanish is highly preferred; French is a significant advantage.

Working at Athenco means joining a group that puts people at the heart of its priorities and has been recognized as a Great Place to Work several times. We value knowledge sharing, team spirit and everyone's commitment to collective success. We offer a stimulating environment where you can develop your skills, contribute to innovative projects and grow within an international team.

If you are passionate about technological challenges and want to contribute to a dynamic and fast-growing company, your place is with us!

Athenco is committed to fairness and diversity in recruitment. All our job opportunities are open to everyone, including people with disabilities.

Join Athenco and help shape the future of technology with us. Apply now!