QA Automation Engineer

1 big thing: Axios HQ is an AI-powered software that helps organizations of all sizes plan, write, and send essential comms that boost trust, transparency, and alignment. Learn more about Axios HQ:

• Axios HQ raises $20 million in Series A funding
• Read customer reviews on G2
• Visit AxiosHQ.com
• Watch our launch event

Why it matters: Our QA Automation Engineer will play an integral role in driving the vision for Axios HQ as a standalone SaaS company and provide quality assurance by means of both testing and troubleshooting to the development team.

Go deeper: In this role, you will make an impact to Axios HQ through the following responsibilities…

• Design, develop and maintain automated testing frameworks, scripts and tools
• Develop and execute automated test plans and test cases based on software requirements and specifications
• Perform essential manual testing to validate frontend / backend tickets for new and existing features
• Collaborate with development and testing teams to identify and isolate defects
• Provide detailed defect reports to development teams to facilitate defect resolution
• Work closely with project stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of quality software products
• Continuously improve test processes and methodologies to increase testing efficiency and effectiveness
• Provide support and training to other team members on automated testing frameworks and tools

The details: Ideal candidates will embody an entrepreneurial spirit and passion for Axios HQ’s mission and values - raise the bar, stay curious, be inclusive, always, and champion each other - and have the following skills/experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in software testing and test automation
• Experience in developing and executing automated test cases using tools such as Python, Ruby, Selenium, XCUITest, Pyppeteer, Cypress testing, Unit testing
• Good understanding of software testing best practices and methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Don’t forget: 

• Axios HQ believes in fair and equitable pay. Base salary for this role is in the range of $115,000-$125,000 and is dependent on numerous factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, and skills.
• Health insurance (options include 100% paid for individuals, 75% for families)
• Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
• 401K
• Generous vacation policy, plus company holidays
• Company equity
• A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture
• Annual learning and development stipend

Additional pandemic-related benefits:

• One mental health day per quarter
• Monthly work-from-home stipend
• Tele-mental health services 
• OneMedical membership, including tele-health services 
• Virtual company-sponsored social events

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Axios HQ is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Axios HQ makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.