QA Engineer – Automation Testing & Risk Management

About the role

Our client seeks an accomplished QA Engineer specializing in automation to join a forward‑looking team in Dubai. The position focuses on architecting reliable mobile UI automation for Android and iOS, building modular testing frameworks, and expanding API test coverage.

Key responsibilities

• Create and sustain robust mobile automation scripts for Android and iOS using Appium or equivalent tools.
• Design scalable automation frameworks in Java or Python with emphasis on maintainability and reuse.
• Drive API testing efforts across HTTP services, incorporating reliability, performance, and security considerations.
• Embed automated tests into CI/CD workflows to accelerate feedback and improve deployment confidence.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to refine acceptance criteria and ensure testability throughout the product lifecycle.
• Mentor junior QA colleagues and advocate best practices in automation across the organization.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in mobile UI automation testing for Android and iOS using Appium or comparable tools.
• Strong coding proficiency in Java or Python, with the ability to craft modular, reusable automation components.
• Hands‑on API testing background, including HTTP services; familiarity with gRPC is advantageous.
• Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines within Agile environments.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and collaborative skills for working with diverse teams.

Required skills

• Appium
• Java
• Python
• HTTP services
• API testing
• gRPC
• CI/CD pipelines
• Agile methodology

What we offer

• Competitive salary with regular market reviews and performance‑based bonuses.
• Extensive health coverage for employee and dependents.
• Generous paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Professional development budget and opportunities for certifications.
• Hybrid work model with a Dubai‑based office and flexible scheduling options.